Verdict
The XF is the rational Jaguar here: RM424,528 versus RM658,491, yet both use the same 1,999 cc turbo petrol with 237 hp, 340 Nm, ZF eight-speed auto and rear-wheel drive, and both hit 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. The XJ spends its RM233,963 premium on size and cabin kit: 5,252 mm length, 3,157 mm wheelbase, rear dual-zone climate, sunroof and sunblinds. But it drinks more, at 9.3 against 7.5 L/100 km, and carries the shorter 3-year/100,000 km warranty.
Pick the Jaguar XF if you want the same powertrain and acceleration as the XJ for far less money, with lower fuel use, a bigger boot and a longer warranty.
Pick the Jaguar XJ if rear-seat space and luxury-car cabin kit matter more than price, fuel economy and warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Jaguar XF RM424,528; Jaguar XJ RM658,491
- Length and wheelbase: Jaguar XF 4,954 mm and 2,960 mm; Jaguar XJ 5,252 mm and 3,157 mm
- Rated economy and CO2: Jaguar XF 7.5 L/100 km and 179 g/km; Jaguar XJ 9.3 L/100 km and 216 g/km
- Boot space: Jaguar XF 540 litres; Jaguar XJ 520 litres
- Warranty: Jaguar XF 5 years/150,000 km; Jaguar XJ 3 years/100,000 km
- Rear comfort: Jaguar XF rear air-con vents; Jaguar XJ dual-zone rear climate control
XF
- RM233,963 cheaper with the same 237 hp, 340 Nm and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower fuel use and CO2: 7.5 L/100 km and 179 g/km
- 540-litre boot and 5-year/150,000 km warranty
- Shorter wheelbase: 2,960 mm versus the XJ’s 3,157 mm
- Rear passengers get vents only, with no rear dual-zone climate control
- No sunroof or rear sunblinds
XJ
- Longer luxury-sedan footprint: 5,252 mm length and 3,157 mm wheelbase
- Rear cabin adds dual-zone climate control plus sunroof and sunblinds
- 19-inch alloys with staggered tyres: 245/45ZR19 front, 275/40ZR19 rear
- Costs RM233,963 more despite identical engine output and 0-100 km/h time
- Higher rated fuel use and CO2: 9.3 L/100 km and 216 g/km
- Smaller 520-litre boot and shorter 3-year/100,000 km warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 424,528✓ | RM 658,491 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Luxury |
| 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 | 237 hp | 237 hp |
| Torque | 340 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 | 7.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.5 L/100 km✓ | 9.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 248 km/h✓ | 241 km/h |
| Co2 | 179 g/km✓ | 216 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,954 mm | 5,252 mm |
| Width | 1,987 mm | 1,899 mm |
| Height | 1,457 mm | 1,457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,960 mm | 3,157 mm |
| Weight | 1,590 kg | 1,660 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 74 litres | 82 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 245/45ZR19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 275/40ZR19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | 135/70R19 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 17" 15-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 15-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 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 | Yes |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Bi-Xenon Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 8-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Load-Through Hatch |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Front sunvisors with vanity mirrors and illumination, rear electric sunblind, rear manual side sunblind |
| Audio | 8" InControl Touch with Jaguar Sound System (80W) | 8" touchscreen navigation system with CD/DVD playback, Aux-in, USB, Bluetooth, iPod connectivity and 12 speakers |
| 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 | Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless operation | Keyless operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Yes |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
XF vs XJ FAQ
Is the Jaguar XF or Jaguar XJ better?
For most Malaysian buyers, the Jaguar XF is the better buy. It has the same 237 hp, 340 Nm and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time as the XJ, but costs RM233,963 less, uses less fuel and has a longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar XJ costs RM658,491, while the Jaguar XF costs RM424,528. That makes the XJ RM233,963 more expensive.
Which one is more comfortable for rear passengers?
The Jaguar XJ is better set up for rear passengers, with a 3,157 mm wheelbase versus 2,960 mm in the XF, plus rear dual-zone climate control, a rear electric sunblind and rear manual side sunblinds.