Jaguar XE vs Jaguar XF
Verdict
The XE is about 24% cheaper, the XF has a 17% bigger boot, while the XF is 16% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 320,755✓ | RM 424,528 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake and exhaust valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake and exhaust valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 237 hp✓ |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1 | 10.1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Electronic Automatic with Jaguar Sequential Shift | 8-Speed Electronic Automatic with Jaguar Sequential Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.5 L/100 km | 7.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 179 g/km | 179 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,672 mm | 4,954 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,987 mm |
| Height | 1,416 mm | 1,457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,835 mm | 2,960 mm |
| Weight | 1,530 kg | 1,590 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | 74 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" 15-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" 15-spoke Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Emergency Brake Assist | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | For all seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Bi-Xenon Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 front, 1 rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" touchscreen navigation system with CD/DVD playback, Aux-in, USB, Bluetooth, iPod connectivity and 6 speakers | 8" InControl Touch with Jaguar Sound System (80W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless operation | Keyless operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/80,000 km free scheduled maintenance | 5-year/80,000 km free scheduled maintenance |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 380 | RM 380 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.