
With its radical new looks, the 2012 Jaguar XJ fits into an evolving class of sleekly reimagined, high-end luxury sedans.
You could opt for a ritzier, more technologically inclined Audi A8--or get just as many frills with the lissome, lighter Audi A7.
A Mercedes-Benz S-Class beats the XJ on prestige and safety features, but it's not as striking, leaving that chore to the lesser, but more beautiful CLS.
Lastly, we'd suggest a relative bargain in this group, the Infiniti M56.
With just a V-8, it's nearly the breakout performer of the group thanks to excellent handling, and its interior is a graceful piece of design with a touch of silver dust on top, if you're in an extravagant mood.
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Quick Specs | ||||
Cutting its ties with its illustrious and not so charmed past, the 2012 Jaguar XJ now rocks a swinging style that really suits its dynamic handling. |
The 2012 Audi A8 models might still be fighting for the most prestige among flagships, but they're in the top tier from inside, thanks to their impeccable cabin, innovative cabin tech, and a lean, athletic driving feel. |
The 2012 Audi A7 is a tech powerhouse and design standout, showing that hatchback practicality can indeed be sexy. |
Still a fashionista at heart, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is cut from a more masculine pattern book these days--especially in powerful AMG trim. |
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a wide range of personalities--all of them superbly comfortably, some of them outrageously powerful. |
MSRP From | ||||
$73,700 | $78,750 | $59,250 | $71,300 | $91,850 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
15 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Gas V8 | Gas V8 | Supercharged Gas V6 | Gas V8 | Gas/Electric V6 |
EPA Class | ||||
Large Car | Large | Midsize Cars | Compact | Large |
Style Name | ||||
4-Door Sedan | 4-Door Sedan | 4-Door HB quattro 3.0 Premium | 4-Door Sedan CLS 550 RWD | 4-Door Sedan S 400 Hybrid RWD |
Drivetrain | ||||
Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | 4 | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
4 Door Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic | Automatic |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Audi A8 | 2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Audi A7 | 2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS Class | 2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class |