2016 / 2017 Jaguar XF 35t Review and Road Test | DETAILED in 4K UHD!

[@anthonybailey7913]

What I took away from this is that Jaguar is still the drivers car...not the best luxury, features, pricing, or fuel economy...but if you want the most connected and most fun actual driving...the lightness, steering feel, and handling will outperform all of the competition...another great one Alex!

[@nolakillabeast]

I don't understand whybyou don't have more views and subscribers ! My God, your reviews are ALWAYS so detailed. Thank you Alex

[@ho560402]

+Dylan Laws They dont want Alex to succeed, bless up fam! #majorkey

[@lynetteblack9644]

I agree so informative.

[@youcanthide004]

AGREED

[@TheCarxpert]

Jag is easily the best looking luxury motor, interior is classy, ride and handling is class leading... Jag is more reliable than my new shape AMG Mercedes, don't believe all the muppets who are stuck in the 1970s still, Jag can match and surpass the Germans. They are mechanically stronger than all the German brands, any issues tend to be minor, such as software updates and trivial electrical stuff, nothing that will leave you stuck at the side of the road, unlike my Merc, which has been no where near as reliable/dependable as my previous Jag, that's why I'm getting a Jag again soon.

[@HomeTipsAndTricks]

I'm glad to have found your channel. This review was as close to fair as I've seen for a host of reasons. I just purchased a Jag XE with the 340 HP option and your review of the XF validates my experience. The Jag is worthy of it's heritage. Thank you, kind sir.

[@MatthewJay80]

One of the best car reviewers I have seen. Subscribed.

[@_Mario_PL_]

just when I thought your reviews can't get any better, you just proved me wrong. Really like the new touch you added at the end comparing different cars.

[@uwsinned]

Love the comparison with the competitions at the end. Very objective and informative. Excellent job!

[@thegreatwhite1885]

Like many others have stated, excellent review. Completely comprehensive and editing is streamlined to perfection. Just bought a used of this review, getting delivered next Saturday,

[@cirrus8791]

Your reviews are unbelievable.

[@nickkazandjieff]

I love your Super V8 in the green. My family owns 3 Jags: a 2002 S-Type 3.0 w/ 215k miles, a 2005 S-Type R and a 2004 XJ8.

[@gregmorris2022]

Excellent review. Very professional and comprehensive. 👍

[@henrysiegertsz8204]

Nice video, but then I might be a tiny bit biased being a Brit and owning in the UK the 2014 version of the model shown. I love it so much in fact, I brought it back to the UK as a left hand drive car from Qatar when I returned home.

[@ZacNJones]

This video is almost three years old, but I would be remiss if I didn't say that this was an excellent review.

[@BHASKARKRISHNATREYA]

We definitely want to know more about the XE for sure!!!

[@HomeTipsAndTricks]

The XE 35t is a SCARY quick car that has your back. A real thrill! ...and the ladies like it too 😎

[@chomp54321]

Love your review. The most complete by far as you do a pretty extensive comparison of the XF with its competitors. Most review that I have seen is to compare the XF against competing Mercedes and BMW models, and sometimes an Audi as well. Excellent job. Thank you.

[@kunaalkhanna]

Brilliantly detailed review. Would love one for the 535i as well, especially since it's your favorite in the segment. I imagine a lot of upsets in this segment as we see new models being rolled out by Mercedes, BMW and then Audi soon after.

[@manhae99]

You're the best car revieer i've ever seen on youtubethank you

[@Trades46]

Nice to see Jaguar bringing back the 'sport' in this luxury sport sedan segment which the Germans created then left behind to chase comfort & oversized/overweight luxury. I can't wait to see the review on the XE. That lighter body with the same 340hp 3.0 V6 S/C should be a blast.

[@scanspeak00]

Fantastic, thorough review.

[@Android602715]

Great review as always alex! Well done

[@gene978]

Love the NEW Segment comparisons

[@etonthompson5175]

My 2013 and 2016 Volkswagen Jettas both had/have (I traded one car for the other) the 1.4L turbo and supercharged 4 cylinder engine mated to a 7 speed DSG. Front wheel drive. So I know what you mean by urgency of a supercharged engine. But trust me - with the 2 combined, the torque and performance fun are endless.

[@artisticgoose3747]

This is a fantastic review.

[@future62]

Excellent review as always. I think a big part of why this class has got so soft is because the class under it has filled its former role. The F30 3 series matches the E39 5 series in all dimensions, in and out, besides exterior length. The current 5 is about the size of an E38 7 series. Personally I am not sure I see the point of "sporty" sedans of this size... I think BMW and Mercedes made the right play. But it looks like Jag did a good job and achieved what they set out to do. I am just not sure if it's what the market wants. They have an uphill fight with their weak residuals too.

[@shopwithaaron]

Great review as always....not sure if I like the white page head to head...Thanks for all your work!

[@sickjohnson]

Always informative and excellent videos Alex! I think the end is coming fast for turbo chargers now, thanks to the break through that Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Limited. With the Kawasaki K2's new 2 stage centrifugal supercharger that doesn't require any inter-coolers because the air is moving so fast it doesn't have enough time to increase temperature.

[@JMotorCity]

I like the format with the split screen comparo...

[@ankursharma8624]

Great Review Alex. I'm a big fan of any athletic options with any category of cars. Do you think you'll be reviewing the new CTS and the new Genesis G80 with a twin-turbo V6 soon?

[@youcanthide004]

OUTSTANDING VIDEO / Very Comprehensive!

[@justintardif9527]

Getting one this week.

[@realisticmindset1081]

One hell of a review, I’ll give you that 😉

[@emrachel6244]

Alex, you should place on a chart ... tire sizes ... legroom and headroom and shoulder room on all your videos like you already show the different engine , H.P. torque numbers.

[@Wolvesq]

Great review Alex. Several good looking cars in this segment, but they're small town beauty queens compared to the Irina Shayk that is the XF. Gorgeous. As for the 535xi -- it is certainly a handsome, high tech, respectable thing, but man it steers like a land barge compared to the CTS and XF. And those run flat tires make the ride a lot worse than it should be.

[@admalik2069]

Hey Alex, lexus also has GS200t, which is a little cheaper, but of course does not directly compete with the jag

[@flemmingschartau]

Ad Malik but lexus never in Repair shops

[@X8Mod]

Great review Alex, as usual. Tnx

[@imansetayesh2]

You forgot to mention 5 years Elite care (free maintenance).

[@MugatuJag]

Hey Alex do you still have your XJ? I haven’t seen it in any of your newer videos, and did your air suspension ever go out on you?

[@Omnis2]

This is like a super luxe G8 now. Good on Jaguar.

[@mountainhobo]

Alex, from a few mentions your dropped in this video, should we expect a review of the latest Lexus GS coming up soon (and I don't mean GS F, which very few can afford)?

[@powershin12]

XF is a really good looking car. I'll take Shootingbreak though.

[@damilolaakanni]

I think the sedan is better looking, but the shootingbrake isn't bad looking by any means.

[@bigstivks3355]

That steering wheel looks so much like my former 2016 mustang. Awesome

[@damilolaakanni]

Sounds strange that a Jaguar steering wheel would look like one out of a Mustang in 2016. I know Ford owned Jaguar at some point in their history, but only until 2008.

[@JDubbs07]

Interesting that you didn't mention the Genesis G80 at all, Alex. Would you say that you excluded it based on price, perhaps prestige, or a combination of both? Also, do you think you'll include it once they offer it with their upcoming 3.3TT, or would you place in more in line with the likes of the new Volvo S90 and Lincoln Continental?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+JDubbs07 I just didn't have time to compare it with everything in the segment which is growing quite large, also the Genesis is getting a few tweaks soon when it transitions from Hyundai to the Genesis brand so it would make more sense to wait till I can get my hands on it.

[@johnlbrowning10122]

Alex, Can you review the Lincoln MKX SUV. I'm interested in replacing my aging Towncar. Your reviews are spot-on and concentrate on the things I focus on when I look at a new vehicle purchase. Thanks,

[@rpmautoreviews9249]

I don't find this to be as LUX as it should be, being a....Jaguar.. Rather have all German Brands over this, even if it's more sporty ride, as you said, it gives up comfort ride to get it, which any lux care, even a sports sedan, if it's a Lux. sports sedan... Heck, even my Kia Stinger, I'd rather have than this... LOVE My Stinger.. Best Sports Sedan on the Market (with price in the equation)... Nice review as always Alex.

[@froylanzurita6568]

Great video, thanks 🙏

[@sgbradley]

But does it come in British Racing Green?

[@PaulMekes]

How many childseats will fit do you think?

[@paulrodger3115]

Alex: I'm in Toronto Canada and will drive city most of the time, and in our winters. A client of my mechanic has a 2011 XF Portfolio - I have not test driven it. Is it worth a look? or go 2016+

[@LuckyTreyson]

Could you please add an exhaust clip in your videos?? This jag has a beautiful exhaust sound!

[@apb38]

I wouldn't be surprised if a lot of 'connected' guys would choose this vehicle due to the large trunk space as you showed it.

[@ssr1680]

What about the Cadillac CTS?

[@Juiccy_777]

Any plans on reviewing the new Camaro ss? Thanks

[@haptics2]

I don't know if it's just me. The setting only allows 360p quality. Other video on the channel can be selective from 144 to 4k.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Don Song I think that YT may still be processing the higher res versions

[@haptics2]

+Alex on Autos Thank you for the explanation. I love your reviews!. I think your review will weigh in a lot for my next vehicle purchase.

[@GeorgeKnighton]

It seems to me that Jaguar is getting somewhere, but the lack of dealerships in most of America will continue to be an issue for a while. Reliability compared with Audi would also worry me...especially with so few dealers around to take care of the warranty. When did Jaguar become two syllables instead of three? :-p

[@Android602715]

Hey alex for some reason this video is failing to load for me, just goes right to playback error every time

[@praveenhmmm]

Plz do a review on Audi A4 2017 Sedan.

[@akashbhaskar1769]

I love jaguar

[@yiyiantony]

Hi Alex, could you please show how a car turn signals and brake lights in the review? These information are usually hard to find.. I don't know why reviewers don't like to show how turn signal lights and brake lights :(

[@contractki11er]

Have you seen saabkyle04's videos? He usually shows the lights, although his videos are not much reviews but more of a tour.

[@yiyiantony]

contractki11er wow I havent but I will definitelycheck it out. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@ChoPi-Eww]

Do you still have the 06 XJ? That's such a beautiful design, very underrated

[@davideselvi3906]

The XJ X351 (2010-2019) is much better

[@MugatuJag]

@@davideselvi3906 Of course it’s much better it’s newer and it’s a whole new design philosophy, but the X350 has that classic jaguar look that you can’t get anymore

[@swayze693]

i’ve always driven audi’s (currently have an ‘11 A6) and am looking at either an xf 35t r-sport or an xf S who can give me some pointers in terms of reliability within the last 3+ years!? thanks ☺️

[@MugatuJag]

I’m wondering the same, luckily the 2016 and up have a five-year 60,000 mile warranty but I would definitely get it extended, parts are super expensive...I’m looking at a prestige but it’s really hard to find the ones that have touch pro and then advanced driver assistance, it’s really weird

[@traceyglenn3631]

I own a 2017 Jaguar XF 35t R Sport. I absolutely love it. I haven't had any major issues, only a bad sim card with maps. All services are included within the 5 year or 60,000 mile warranty should you buy one within that time frame, as I did. I previously owned a Lexus ES 350 which I loved, but once I drove my Jag, I was sold. I have every upgrade and didn't pay for it. Bought for 26,000 with 28,000 miles at the time. Go for it. Do your homework on the car that you find. Best of luck.

[@MugatuJag]

@@traceyglenn3631 did you choose to extend the warranty? And have you had any major problems? My problem was Finding a Prestige XF with the driver assistance package, yes they have automatic emergency braking but they're very hard to find with the full driver assistance package

[@paulpellico3797]

I see the 10 of 10 for trunk space and you say it is enormous...but what exactly are the CuFt? You also state all turbo charged engines suffer from turbo lag...but you are wrong. Not one of my Ford Ecoboost engines has this. My 2010 2.5 eco never exhibited it nor has the 13 Escape 2.0. But I do LOVE the supercharge/turbo combination which is why I am leaning towards the Volvos these days. If I had to pick an SUV today, it would be the CX60. And looking forward to the big and beautiful v90 wagon next year. With this car being so light weight, why is it slow to 60? If I am wrong, my MKS, at nearly 4700 lbs, does it at 5.6...or so the reviews state. So, if you bottom line is the BMW, what would you advise about long term care and cost between all three...the Lexux, BMW or Jag?

[@paulpellico3797]

+paul pellico sorry...that is the 3.5 ecoboost in the MKS. It is one hell of an engine and never has torgue steer. It does have enormous power and feels every bit a big V8 with low end power.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+paul pellico There is always turbo lag, it's not as pronounced in modern engines but it's always there and shows up in 0-60 and 30-60 passing style maneuvers. It's a simple physics affair, turbos have to spool up and it's not instant. Superchargers are tied to the engine mechanically so they are always spinning at a fixed ratio with the engine. This is why for instance Volvo uses a supercharger and a turbo on their new T6 engine. The MKS is 4453 lbs, the Jaguar is 3880 and the Jag is 3-4 tenths faster than the MKS. That makes sense as the MKS Ecoboost makes more power and more torque than the Jag but it's heavier. Long term costs are tricky. Over 50% of this segment gets leased, so in reality long term costs don't factor into the majority of buying decisions in this segment. Lexus, Infiniti and Cadillac would be the lower cost to own long term and the Europeans would be the highest.

[@paulpellico3797]

+Alex on Autos yes...so I am told about the lag. It is very pronounced in our Tiguan. And when I test drove the GTI...it totally turned me off. Getting from red light to red light would have been impossibly nutty. I have gotten used to the Tiguan's...but it does take some getting used to every time my daughter leaves it for me. But it never shows up, regardless of the theory, in the Fords. I suppose it is there technically...but realistically it is unnoticeable. I mean completely. I understand from research Ford has placed some sort of software of other mechanism to prevent or make it unnoticeable. So, IMO, it is basically gone. At least when compared to those cars I know.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+paul pellico The big thing is the size of the engine itself, a 3.5L displacement helps out. I still notice it with the 3.5L Ecoboost.

[@Kennybeats00]

Do u think u can do a ct6?

[@mikemulhearn3220]

That just sucks that there is no more V8. It used to come standard.

[@shopwithaaron]

Not loving the Pano shades that won't really block all the light...my Kia's shades block all the light and let it in when they're retracted....the right answer!

[@tonybailey89]

Excellent details...but you mention fuel economy without any numbers...not even the EPA ratings...can anyone chime in as to what they've experienced with this car or heard from other reviews?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

The video includes all the EPA numbers in the engine section and our average during the week at the end.

[@tonybailey89]

Alex on Autos ahh at the very very end sorry about that I see the 20.8mpg average through 700+ miles of driving! Thank you.

[@vq37zu]

Also, I'm not sure I like the new head-to-head comparison past the driving segment of the review.

[@chrissorreda4982]

I know this is an XF review but i think the 5-series is better. My dream car's a 535d xdrive.

[@joetacchino4470]

+Chris Sorreda Depends on what you want out of a car. Alex's summary / comparison at the end was spot on. Having owned a 535i RWD (current gen) I would say that it is definitely the ultimate luxury machine, not the ultimate driving machine. If you want a capable comfy cruiser with a lot of toys, then it's a great car. Also scheduled to be replaced in approximately 1 year's time.

[@paulpellico3797]

+Joe Tacchino and for those of us that want a back seat fit for other family members...the CTX and the BMW are just not gonna cut it.

[@Wolvesq]

+Chris Sorreda Just make sure you pony up for the $3500 dynamic handling package. Otherwise the xi models drive like a boat. The diesel engine is a fine choice.

[@omarmannaa6195]

can you review the 2017 E-class

[@nischintr]

Thanks for the review. The conclusion was similar to what I concluded when I test drove the bimmer and the jag. I think Alex missed touching on the jag's interior quality.It did not feel like it came from a > $50,000 car. Every jag in the dealership had some kind of rust on the brakes. The rear AC vents squeaked and the plastics felt cheap. The plastic door covering the cup holder felt really cheap as well. The infotainment is no match to the Audi or BMW. The thud when the door closes did not sound good to my ears. The brake and gas pedal were too close. I did not feel confident about pressing on the right pedal when the time comes. I ended pressing both pedals a couple of times. Why does it have to be so close on an automatic? The leather on the seats felt loosely stitched. I didn't like this. It reminded me of a used leather couch. Not tight like the german counterparts. There was more supercharger whine than engine note. These things might seem small but try living with them.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Nischint Pamadi Interior quality in the Jaguar is easily the equal of the others except the new E-Class, but the style is a different matter. The style isn't my cup of tea either but the parts and fit and finish are on par with the others. There are plenty of nits to pick in the A6 and 535i as well. Much of this is just personal preference.

[@sebdupree1]

18:15

[@slashknife]

I'll have the jag

[@chrisbrownaz]

The Cadillac, Lexus, and Jaguar have the best feel now in this segment? What happened to the Germans?

[@joelbielecki3501]

I keep getting a playback error!

[@shadykrook987]

Same. It never works

[@joetacchino4470]

+Joel BIelecki Issue on your end. Plays on all three of my devices (phone, tablet, laptop).

[@MugatuJag]

My Chevy volt weighs more than that thing, granted it has a battery but it’s tiny in comparison LOL

[@royzeng]

2nd row seat is too narrow.

[@vq37zu]

Haha, you really hated the ride quality

[@michaelxie4563]

Jaguar does not have the best value because you have to own two XFs to make sure that you have one in your garage :)

[@Elusive25]

+Michael 谢 LOL

[@MOHAMEDBRAHAM1986]

I lost interest in Jaguar since its takeover by the the indians.

[@cadsux]

+Mo B Ironic, since India use to be a British colony.

[@marcluffy5161]

+Mo B same here. nothing agianst indians but their products dont scream quality as they are not known for that. So land rover and jag are off my list automatically.

[@mitzy123]

They are still British built and designed

[@CraigSmith-gi5oq]

Is this fruitcake comparing these cars to a Toyota Sienna? The 252 horsepower base A6 is not "wicked fast" and the 340hp jag isn't "the next level" lmao. The 0-60 and 0-60 braking of the Jag r mediocre and awful respectively, yet he gives them an A+ and A. The Jag's EPA rated 20/30mpg is excellent, yet this Clown rates it as "C+". Where'd they find this guy? A Toyota Corolla meet up?

[@cn0503]

Craig Smith you are actually a clown

[@MugatuJag]

Seriously let’s see your reviews