2008 Jaguar XJ vs. Its Competition

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The Mercedes-Benz CLS might have been inspired by the Jaguar XJ; it's essentially an E-Class sedan with curvier styling inside and out, as well as a high-powered AMG version among its flavors.

The BMW 7-Series has awkward exterior styling and the dreaded iDrive controller for in-car systems, but it handles well and is offered in a long-wheelbase edition.

The Lexus LS also comes in a long-wheelbase edition, as well as a hybrid.

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8.6 The 2008 Jaguar XJ has a rich interior, good fuel economy, and a light touch, but its dowdy exterior is a major letdown.	8.2 The 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has dramatic styling and a sleeker silhouette than most sedans, but at the expense of visibility and backseat space.	8.4 Controversially styled, the 2008 BMW 7-Series still performs like a smaller sedan and carries rear passengers with ease.	8.4 The 2008 Lexus LS 460 is a little lacking in personality and presence, so it’s a good choice for those who want top technology and comforts without attracting undue attention.
MSRP From
$63,835	$70,700	$76,800	$62,900
Gas Mileage
15 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy	12 MPG City / 21 MPG Hwy	14 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy	16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas V8	Gas V8	Gas V8	Gas V8
EPA Class
Large	Compact	Large	Mid-Size
Style Name
4dr Sedan XJ8	4dr Sedan 5.5L	4dr Sedan 750i	4dr Sedan
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
5	4	5	5
Passenger Doors
N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
4-Door Sedan XJ8	4 Door Sedan	4 Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Transmission
Automatic w/OD	Automatic w/OD	Automatic w/OD	Automatic w/OD