The 2018 Jaguar XJ is a luxury sedan that has been designed to deliver the comfort and refinement of a luxury car with the responsiveness and driver involvement of a sports car. Constructed with an all-aluminum body that is strong, extremely rigid and very light, the sedan is one of the lightest vehicles in its segment.
The designers at Jaguar have left no stone unturned in order to make the all-new XJ appear aggressive and bold from every angle. The sedan has an attractive exterior that makes it a true head-turner while the interior has been laced with luxuries and advanced technologies for an incredible in-cabin experience.
Here is a review of the 2018 Jaguar XJ available in the UAE with a keen insight into its design, technologies, performance attributes, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Jaguar XJ
Designed with an ambition to portray the key Jaguar aesthetics of beauty, simplicity, and purity, the all-new Jaguar XJ is a luxury sedan that demands attention from onlookers wherever it is driven. The exterior of the sedan has dynamic lines and curvy edges to be sporty from front to rear while the interior has been ergonomically designed for enhanced convenience and comfort of the occupants.
Exterior
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has an aerodynamic exterior that emphasizes its powerful character, which is reflected in its low, wide stance and long taut waistline. It has a flowing roofline that further accentuates the wide profile of the vehicle and adds to its sporty appeal.
The front fascia of the all-new Jaguar XJ is bold and assertive with an imposing upright front grille with mesh detail that sets the statement for a commanding exterior. Below the grille is a slim air dam to enhance the engine cooling function for a better performance. It has two air intakes on the lower side of the front bumper to enable a smooth passage of air to the rear for better stability at top speeds.
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has been fitted with energy efficient full LED headlights to effectively illuminate the road and its surroundings for the driver. It has LED Daytime Running Lights that add to the visibility of the vehicle for other commuters. At the rear, the striking taillights with signature ‘J’ LED illuminated running lights and elliptical tailpipes add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle.
The striking exterior of the sedan has been emphasized by the chrome accents that can be found around the doors, windows and air intakes to make the exterior look even more aggressive. The 2018 Jaguar XJ has been fitted with 19-inch alloy wheels to provide a strong grip on the road for enhanced stability at all times.
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Interior
The interior of the all-new Jaguar XJ is as technologically advanced as it is luxurious. The quality craftsmanship throughout the cabin of the sedan reflects the clarity and purity of its design. It has a spacious cabin that offers generous headroom and legroom to rear passengers for enhanced comfort.
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has a leather wrapped multifunctional steering wheel in the cabin that makes it driver-centric. It has a 12.3-inch HD TFT Driver Display screen behind the steering wheel to keep the driver aware of different functions of the sedan in real-time. A Two-zone Automatic Climate Control System has been added into the cabin of the sedan to keep it refreshing at all times.
Jaguar has introduced many advanced technologies in the all-new XJ to keep the occupants entertained and informed during the ride. The technologies include 10.2-inch Touchscreen, Touch Pro, Satellite Navigation, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Jaguar Sound System with 12-speakers, Bluetooth, iPod Interface, Voice Dictation, HDMI/MHL Port and a lot more.
The optional interior features include Wood Trim, Panoramic Glass Roof, Ventilated Front Seats, Rear Seat Entertainment with 10.2-inch HD Screens, Meridian Surround Sound System and much more.
Performance Attributes of the 2018 Jaguar XJ
The 2018 Jaguar XJ is a rear-wheel drive luxury sports sedan that comes with five high-performance engine options. All of the available engine options have been paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission for enhanced performance.
The engineers at Jaguar have added Adaptive Dynamics System in the all-new XJ that continuously monitors the vehicle up to 500 times a second to adjust its suspension for improved handling according to the changing driving conditions. It comes with Jaguar Drive Control that offers two driving modes for the driver to optimize the vehicle’s performance. The available driving modes are Dynamic Mode for more responsive acceleration and Winter Mode for more progressive control in slippery road conditions.
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has been fitted with Electronic Active Differential technology to maximize traction and limit the occurrence of wheelspin. It features All Surface Progress Control System for better handling in any driving conditions.
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Engine Options
The first engine option available is a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline 4-Cylinder engine that is capable of producing 240 horsepower and 340Nm of torque. With this engine, the sports sedan can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 7.5 seconds and has a top speed of 241 Km/h.
The second engine option available is a 3.0-litre supercharged V6 engine that produces 340 horsepower and 450Nm of torque. This engine has a top speed of 250 Km/h and allows the sedan to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 5.9 seconds.
The third engine option available is a 5.0-litre V8 engine that is capable of generating 385 horsepower and 515Nm of torque. With this engine, the 2018 Jaguar XJ has a top speed of 250 Km/h and can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 5.7 seconds.
The fourth engine option available is a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine that generates 470 horsepower and 575Nm of torque. With this engine, the luxury sedan can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.2 seconds at a top speed of 250 Km/h.
This 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine has been tuned to produce 510 horsepower and an amazing 625Nm of torque. With this engine, the all-new Jaguar XJ can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 250 Km/h.
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Safety Features of the 2018 Jaguar XJ
The 2018 Jaguar XJ comes with a number of latest safety features that make it one of the safest sedans in its segment. It has advanced driver assistance technologies to ensure that the driver stays in complete control of the vehicle, regardless of the changing road conditions.
Some of the standard safety features of the 2018 Jaguar XJ are:
- Advanced 6 Airbags System
- Dynamic Stability Control
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Hill Assist
- Anti-theft Alarm
- ISO FIX
- Speed Limiter
- Immobilizer
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Park Assist
- Rear View Camera
- Blind Spot Monitoring
The optional safety features of the 2018 Jaguar XJ are:
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Keep Assist
- Reverse Traffic Detection
- Surround Camera
- 360-degress Parking Distance Control
- Collison Detection
- Attention Assist
- Road Sign Assist
- Automatic High Beam Assist
Price and Availability in the UAE
The 2018 Jaguar XJ has been introduced in the UAE with five powerful engine options and two trim levels. The starting price of the 2018 Jaguar XJ is AED 259,000 that can go as high as AED 580,000 with the optional features and selected engine options.
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