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2008 Jaguar S-TYPE Review

July 5, 2008

STYLING | 8 out of 10

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Stylishly distinctive Jaguar
Kelley Blue Book

faces chronograph-style dials
Cars.com

classier-looking sibling of the Lincoln LS
Edmunds

Wood cabin trim and richly padded surfaces befit a Jaguar
ConsumerGuide

Luxury car buyers looking for an alternative to the more common German rivals have a chance to stand apart from the crowd while piloting the 2008 Jaguar S-Type.

Kelley Blue Book notes, "Distinctive styling is Jaguar's strength," and says that "this holds true for the S-Type." The curvaceous exterior is immediately recognizable as a Jaguar, even though the Jaguar S-Type shares its underpinnings with the now-defunct Lincoln LS. Jaguar designers brought elements of their famous styles of the 1960s to create a luxury car that stands out from the competition. The S-Type Jaguar has been around since 2000, with the last major changes to the design in 2006. For 2008, Jaguar upgrades the look of the Jaguar S-Type by including the sporty mesh grille and special front bumper of the R model as standard equipment for the entire model range. Edmunds refers to it as the "classier-looking sibling of the Lincoln LS." Nine years is a pretty long model run nowadays, however, and although Car and Driver considers the exterior styling of this 2008 Jaguar a high point for fans of the design, they acknowledge that the "S-type is really showing its age in...looks."

The Jaguar S-Type carries its English style into the passenger compartment as well. Jaguars are known for their classy interiors, which Car and Driver characterizes as "typical wood and leather Jaguar interior." Drivers of the 2008 Jaguar S-Type are welcomed by a burl walnut wood veneer, while the Jaguar S-Type R sports a matte-finish satin mahogany. The wood appointments and sumptuous leather upholstery contribute to what Edmunds refers to as "Old-world British ambience." Touches like the classic chronograph-style dials on the instrument panel of the Jaguar S-Type and lack of excessive gadgetry impress Kelley Blue Book, which says, "The standard wood-lined interior is designed for luxury." In addition, since this is the last model year for this particular Jaguar, 2008 marks the only time to get one of the final 750 2008 Jaguar S-Type Rs with a specially equipped satin interior.

Conclusion

The 2008 Jaguar S-Type is a distinctively styled luxury automobile that scores big with Jaguar fans or someone who wants a unique design.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Stylishly distinctive JaguarKelley Blue Bookfaces chronograph-style dialsCars.comclassier-looking sibling of the Lincoln LSEdmundsWood cabin trim and richly padded surfaces befit a JaguarConsumerGuide Luxury car buyers looking for an alternative to the more common German rivals have a chance to stand apart from the crowd while piloting the 2008 Jaguar S-Type. Kelley Blue Book notes, "Distinctive styling is Jaguar's strength," and says that "this holds true for the S-Type." The curvaceous exterior is immediately recognizable as a Jaguar, even though the Jaguar S-Type shares its underpinnings with the now-defunct Lincoln LS. Jaguar designers brought elements of their famous styles of the 1960s to create a luxury car that stands out from the competition. The S-Type Jaguar has been around since 2000, with the last major changes to the design in 2006. For 2008, Jaguar upgrades the look of the Jaguar S-Type by including the sporty mesh grille and special front bumper of the R model as standard equipment for the entire model range. Edmunds refers to it as the "classier-looking sibling of the Lincoln LS." Nine years is a pretty long model run nowadays, however, and although Car and Driver considers the exterior styling of this 2008 Jaguar a high point for fans of the design, they acknowledge that the "S-type is really showing its age in...looks." The Jaguar S-Type carries its English style into the passenger compartment as well. Jaguars are known for their classy interiors, which Car and Driver characterizes as "typical wood and leather Jaguar interior." Drivers of the 2008 Jaguar S-Type are welcomed by a burl walnut wood veneer, while the Jaguar S-Type R sports a matte-finish satin mahogany. The wood appointments and sumptuous leather upholstery contribute to what Edmunds refers to as "Old-world British ambience." Touches like the classic chronograph-style dials on the instrument panel of the Jaguar S-Type and lack of excessive gadgetry impress Kelley Blue Book, which says, "The standard wood-lined interior is designed for luxury." In addition, since this is the last model year for this particular Jaguar, 2008 marks the only time to get one of the final 750 2008 Jaguar S-Type Rs with a specially equipped satin interior. ConclusionThe 2008 Jaguar S-Type is a distinctively styled luxury automobile that scores big with Jaguar fans or someone who wants a unique design.  2008 JAGUAR S-TYPE STYLING | [8 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "Stylishly distinctive Jaguar " Cars.com: "faces chronograph-style dials" Edmunds: "classier-looking sibling of the Lincoln LS " ConsumerGuide: "Wood cabin trim and richly padded surfaces befit a Jaguar " Luxury car ...

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Other Choices:

The 2008 Jaguar S-Type is the most outdated vehicle in its class, yet to some, its styling, especially from the outside, comes across as classy and appealing. But that appeal is limited, as it's quite cramped inside and inefficiently designed compared to the competition. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a similar price, yet it feels up-to-date and offers many high-tech options not available in the S-Type. For example, it's available with all-wheel drive, which is not at all offered on the Jaguar. The A6 also can be equipped with all-wheel drive, and it has a nice, modern interior design, along with a sportier feel behind the wheel. On a different note, there's the Lexus GS, which has a stiffer ride but impressive performance, although its interior is also quite cramped. The Lincoln MKS might actually appeal to some of the shoppers eyeing the base 3.0-liter S-Type. It's a very roomy sedan, with a well-designed interior, high standards of refinement, and lots of standard equipment, all for a lower price, though it might not have the same cachet with the valet-parking folks.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By Willers #1, Posted: 9/1/2008

    hi

    i really love this car...How much is that?

  2. fb_1702006523 avatar by Dodi Karyadi #2, Posted: 9/7/2009

    beli....ah

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