
The Jaguar XF slipped silently into a class of sedans that include some of the world's benchmarks for luxury and performance.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class gets a streamlined new look this year, and it's one of the few vehicles anywhere that offers the trio of powertrains: diesel, hybrid, and gas.
It's also sold as a coupe and cabriolet, and hyper-performing AMG editions.
The BMW 5-Series offers turbocharged V-8 performance and pretty impressive handling, though it's grown a little bloated in size and techno features.
The Audi A6 and A7 were new for 2012 and mechanically are quite closely related--but who doesn't prefer the A7's gorgeous styling? One final alternative is the Infiniti M56; it offers an athleticism that rivals that of the XF, but you'll have to deal with less interior glitz and more badge envy.
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Quick Specs | |||||
Refined, nimble, and a scorcher in R trim, the Jaguar XF's only remaining hurdle to greatness is back-seat space. |
Traditional looks disguise this Audi's brilliance: it's a blast to drive in either 3.0T trim or S6 spec. |
The 2013 Audi A7 and S7 are design standouts, refined performers, and more exciting, practical alternatives to sedans. |
The 2013 BMW 5-Series packs in the advanced technology and fuel-efficient powertrains, yet it manages to keep true to its sport-sedan mission. |
With sharp handling, scorching performance, and decent comfort, the 2013 Infiniti M sedans are bold and beautiful but not overwrought. |
Better handling and interiors put the Mercedes-Benz E-Class back in benchmark status; a passel of new engines brings fuel economy to new heights. |
MSRP From | |||||
$46,975 | $42,200 | $60,100 | $47,800 | $48,700 | $51,000 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
15 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Turbocharged Gas I4 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Supercharged Gas V6 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 |
EPA Class | |||||
Midsize | Midsize Cars | Midsize Cars | Mid-Size | Midsize Car | Midsize Cars |
Style Name | |||||
4-Door Sedan I4 RWD | 4-Door Sedan FrontTrak 2.0T Premium | 4-Door HB quattro 3.0 Premium Plus | 4-Door Sedan 528i RWD | 4-Door Sedan RWD | 4-Door Sedan E 350 Sport RWD *Ltd Avail* |
Drivetrain | |||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | 4 | 4 | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | 4-Door Sedan | Sedan |
Transmission | |||||
Automatic w/Manual Shift | Continuously Variable Ratio | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic | Automatic w/Manual Shift |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2013 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Audi A6 | 2013 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Audi A7 | 2013 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 BMW 5-Series | 2013 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 INFINITI M | 2013 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E Class |