Jaguar XFR Review: Conclusion

Jaguar XFR Review - The Conclusion

As you may have realised by now, I’m deeply impressed with the Jaguar XFR. But I’m pretty certain it’s an objective decision. Subjectivity certainly comes in to it, but it’s not the subjective views on the design or the perception that dictates the opinion that the XFR is one of the finest cars on the road. It’s the facts.

The fact is that the XFR overshadows the offerings from the German triumvirate – BMW, Audi and Mercedes. It offers performance that is pretty much the equal of them all, but delivers that power in a seamless and effortless manner. Its handling is sublime and its huge reserves of torque flatter the driver. The Adaptive Dynamics produce a suspension setup that offers both wafting and blasting with equal aplomb. Something the Germans can’t quite manage.

And the XFR feels special. That is subjective – but you need to experience it to realise the fact. It’s a car you can live with every day and relish. Not just something for blasting around when the mood takes you, but something you can relax in and enjoy even when you’re stuck in city traffic. That’s not something you can really say about the competition.

But I certainly understand the appeal of the competition. I understand the lust for the out and out handling and performance of the M5. I understand the desire for the understated and very Teutonic Mercedes E63. And I certainly understand the hankering for the Audi RS6, with its V10 power and four wheel drive.

Each, in their own very specific way, can be considered better than the XFR. But none combine their abilities in as enticing a package as the XFR. But if you’re fortunate enough to be in the market for a four door saloon in the £60-75k range – that will give an F430 a run for its money – be logical. Set aside a weekend and book a test drive in the M5, the E63 and the RS6. Enjoy three of the most stunning saloon cars in the world. Marvel at the effortless way they eat up the miles and handle the bends. But book the XFR as the last drive. And then compare what’s on offer.

And then buy the Jaguar XFR.