Jaguar XF S 2017 Review | TestDriveNow

TestDriveNow.com Video Review of the fully redesigned, 2nd generation 2017 Jaguar XF S AWD by auto critic Steve Hammes. MSRP as-tested: $76,535.
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[@DL-rm7zg]

I have this exact car and color. Handles really well and so fun to drive. Sexy styling and sleek lines, you're going to get lots of compliments. People usually comment on the red brake calipers of all things. A word of warning for all you would be owners though: expect some harassment from EVERY Mustang, Challenger, Charger, or Camaro with a loud V8. I do wish Jaguar kept the 550 hp V8 from the '15 model as an option. Infotainment isn't the best but the pros do definitely outnumber the cons.

[@alexanderdyk]

Going for mine tomorrow OMG I am so excited

[@Tellingthetruthaboutpolice]

I do prefer Jaguar over the german vehicles. It just calls to me

[@peteturner1944]

Jaguars are great cars. I've owned two and always get lots of comments.

[@Schlingensiepanator]

So - im considering buying one. I just turned thirty...two kids...wife is down to go on an adventure. It's 2020...looking at the 2017 Jag XF. Thoughts?

[@davideselvi3906]

@@Schlingensiepanator great car! But if you can afford it, go for the XJ! You won't regret it

[@mitchlu]

Excellent, well-written review, Steve! You have a comforting, relaxed easiness about your delivery, similar to John Davis from Motorweek.

[@stevehammes]

I take that as a compliment. Thanks!

[@mitchlu]

yes, it definitely was one...

[@stevieb0288]

Steve, great review. Please review the 2017 Audi Q7! :)

[@nick16652]

I can just look at these cars all day~!

[@loveitorscrapit6673]

Great car love it. Thumbs up.

[@dontex7]

It looks even more beautiful in person...☺...kind of pricey though on the top end models...I'll let it depreciate a little bit and consider it a couple of years down the line lol

[@develupa]

Now's the time!

[@dontex7]

@@develupa facts👌 good things come to those you wait lol😏🙏

[@pedrofernandez3893]

When will you do the full review of the 2017 Mirage you teased the other week?

[@stevehammes]

Waiting on dates. Hopefully next month.

[@fredderf1735]

omg i bought one Jaguar x f s with 380 hp - AND i am german. i like it

[@chigasaki06]

Great review. l love the Jag, however, I'm not a fan of the rotary knob. Aside from my fear of it somehow breaking since it's mechanical, I think it takes up a lot of space. I think they should use the same gear selector used in the F-type.

[@gracejackman4178]

The rotary know will sometimes take its own sweet time in going from drive to reverse. Dangerous. Worst feature by far on an otherwise magical car.

[@ClassifiedDocz]

I have the 345hp 35t model ( one step down from this one ) and I generally smack anything under 400hp

[@Jferrari427]

Great review. Great car, agree $80k isn't cheap. Its refreshing to see alternatives to BMW, Mercedes, Lexus and the other usual suspects. Seems like the luxury sedan segment is flooded with the usuals, the entire luxury sedan segment could use some stiff competition.

[@76carmel]

Speaking of Jaguars, when will you test the all-new XE (their 3-Series & C-Class figher) and F-PACE?

[@stevehammes]

Just waiting on dates for those plus the Evoque Convertible and F-TYPE SVR.

[@Reli55]

I can buy a Dodge Charger Hellcat fully loaded for that price. Not good Jag, not good. Thanks Steve for a brief yet objective review. Looking forward to your next.

[@stevehammes]

Thanks!

[@RockHash]

Im glad i got the Jag XE 35t R which seems to be faster and cheaper with the exact same look on the inside and out. I think its faster due to it weighing 1000 pounds less..

[@razmogote5490]

we need a xf svr!!!!

[@esteban75lover23]

Let's start with a XFR first. XF SVR is more up the line.

[@razmogote5490]

+xStephenn _ yes of course

[@namename1]

R or S who has v8 550hp as i see RS not released yet

[@lowridr2]

You dont see to many if these im looking for a low mile used one and just dont want a basic beamer everyone other car is a beamer this is way nicer too

[@rkalla]

Steve, you are king of P.C. negative statements - very subtle, but there to communicate your point for the folks listening, but not so full of hyperbole that the manufacturer will never give you another tester :)

[@stevehammes]

Ha! Thanks!

[@paulrodger3115]

Toronto Canada. City driver - retired. Ì would buy used. S60/90 ( too large)? XF/ XE. year model. Suggestions

[@RJ-ck9kl]

What’s the 0-60 on these stock

[@khunopie9159]

If The Bard, William Shakespeare were around today he would drive this British marque - the perfect platform to deliver a soul stirring soliloquy or if necessary, get some drive thru and Pokemon go

[@stevehammes]

HA!!!!!

[@wendydematteis7087]

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[@openbabel]

Promising review but too expensive to gain traction in the competitive company market...when will jaguar learn to start recruiting some brighter marketing and sales talent !!

[@angel_machariel]

Excellent review, critical when needed yet diplomatic. Design wise, I'd welcome a bit more opulence, especially on the right side of the dashboard. So called "clean designs" are in, but it's not for me. I wouldn't mind more sculpturing and soft plastics replaced by leather. If they can do that right, as well as offering a good ride and handling, then the XF finally can match the 3 Germans in every significant way. But then again, Jaguar could have a policy where they desperately want to stay below the price-point of German competitors.

[@dickturpin4786]

They have to balance with international demands, Europeans generally don't like fussy sculptured dashboards, to them it looks old fashioned.

[@dominic0313]

Did you ever review a GTI?

[@stevehammes]

It's been a while...I've done an R recently.

[@gracejackman4178]

The diesel is no entry model - magnificent!

[@AlanReynoldsBucklandJunction]

One sexy car. Made in Birmingham UK. If your looking for style go JAG.xxxxxxx

[@majidramzan5020]

xjr or autobiography is better ;-)

[@MKder2te]

Those rear airvents are terrible!

[@ShermanMR2]

Whoa!!! That's a bit expensive for its class.

[@samsonokoro5036]

That's the top of the range brother with all the full options and performance engine. The base model starts under 50k and if u compare it to a rival Amg or m5 with full options u'll see it's quite cheap. It's cheaper than the direct Mercedes Benz competitor from base to top model.

[@xxthehuskycaboosexx]

+Samson Okoro this doesn't compete with AMG or M. this competes with the E550 and 550i.

[@saud_1740]

Test drive Porsche Panamera 2017 🤕

[@stevehammes]

Porsche and a I are currently estranged. Hopefully we'll patch things up soon.

[@TMS5100]

porsche is not interested in objective reviews.

[@bentleytran1442]

Wow its about 40k more than my maxima. I still think my 16 maxima is a better buy

[@FinestInstinct]

You're comparing a Crapxima to this??? Apparently, you are brain dead.

[@chrwl007]

...and worth every penny of that $40 000 price premium

[@Dnlmoney]

Your máxima aint shit compared to this bud

[@autocarupdates5225]

who does not want to have Jaguar that very cheap price for the rich

[@CarsofGlasgow]

I refuse to take that 2017 is 5 years ago!!

[@stevehammes]

Same

[@kiahweelee9994]

JLR reliability and quality are horrendous.

[@davideselvi3906]

Tata Motors has improved reliability

[@HRD-mq8wx]

They can keep these weak 340 hp to 380 hp Jaguars. I liked the 510 hp older Jaguars. Switching to BMWs. There 2017 cars have 600 hp. I need power and luxury.

[@pbwmanagement]

@daAnder71 Exactly, my thoughts to a T. A lot of folks drone on about HP when everyday torque is much more useful. This is not the car to take to a track, (what normal person even does that?) driving along the interstate at more than 80mph is asking for trouble so why the need for 600 horses. Excessive HP and speed means you can pass everything on the freeway except a gas station.

[@utubeballbag]

The more powerful xfrs is due out next year - with the supercharged v8 and close to 600hp. standard car model release schedule - weak engines first , meatier engines later

[@dickturpin4786]

Then you need to re-locate to Germany where the Autobahn has no speed limit.

[@gologabob]

Luxury vehicles without much HP are not appreciated by the average person. Personally, I don't need ketchup on my caviar

[@joshuagilman8594]

BMWs = cheap interior German ricers.

[@stringer-ik1pc]

Great car.who wants a Mercedes. Audi or B.m.w.they are only taxis.people forget that this company has been around for years.where were b.m.w. Mercedes and Audi. (Oh I forgot we bombed the Nazis to smithereens.

[@gracejackman4178]

Its a JAG - end of story.

[@sloppyjo4560]

audi poors mans jag

[@bryonhenry7489]

sloppy jo you don't get half the stuff in an A6 that you'll get in this. I love the audis as well , but a 2 yr old XF is looking like a better choice.

[@crazyjack000]

Jaguar poor man's Audi.

[@esteban75lover23]

Neither is correct. Audi A6 and XF Compete.

[@bodrulm1]

really? Jaguar is a bit more prestigious though. Audi is a rebranded VW in the main with crap, nose heavy FWD driving 'ability'

[@esteban75lover23]

Very true...but they are both Luxury-Performance Midsized Sedans :)

[@chrwl007]

Poor man's Audi? You have got to be joking

[@bodrulm1]

chrwl007 he doesn't have a clue. Jaguar has lots of heritage, racing pedigree, iconic designs that are amongst the finest in automobile history. Audi has none of that. it's a mass produced VW poser car.

[@kaleidoscopeon]

There are better ones out there in this range. This Indian built one is no worth the price they're asking.

[@MrPeterthepilot]

Well it's not built in India or designed in India, it's only owned by Indians..

[@jakedeane5304]

haha, wtf, TATA company only manage the brand, they don't make anything at all obviously

[@davideselvi3906]

It's not built in India! It's fully built in the UK and FINANCED by an indian conglomerate!! Stop writing bulls---

[@mikeh7584]

It looks like a Volvo