Jaguar XJ8 2005
4.8 (9 votes)

Features

  • Six-speed automatic
  • Normally aspirated or supercharged V-8
  • Aluminum-intensive construction
  • Long or regular wheelbase
  • New Super V8 flagship model

Bads

  • Body lean in curves
  • Control layout
  • Price

Goods

  • Elegant refinement
  • Stately European styling
  • Quietness
  • Civilized performance
  • Heritage

Jaguar XJ8 2005 Specs

Price
$1,638–$13,310 Inventory Prices
Combined MPG
20-23 Combined MPG
Engine
294-hp, 4.2-liter V-8 (premium)
Transmission
6-speed automatic w/OD
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel Drive
Body Type
Sedan

Jaguar XJ8 2005 Reviews

What an incredible car... until it breaks.
4.0

The x350/358 XJ8 is a beautiful car! I've owned mine for 3 years now and just love it! It is great looking, sooo comfortable, everything you touch screams "luxury!" and still gives a good 23 mpg and ...

by SonnyD from Orlando, FL on December 2, 2017

Low mileage relative to age, super to drive
4.8

The effect of Ford engineering provides low engine torque as the focus the V8 on quick response versus British Leyland engineering. The car was off the market for years.

by The Bandit from Prescott, AZ on June 8, 2018

Jaguar XJ8 2005 Ratings

  • Total
    4.8 (9 votes)
  • Exterior
    5.0 (9 votes)
  • Perfomance
    5.0 (9 votes)
  • Interior
    4.9 (9 votes)
  • Comfort
    4.9 (9 votes)
  • Reliability
    4.3 (9 votes)
  • Value
    4.8 (9 votes)