Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM367,888, undercutting the RM424,528 Jaguar XF by RM56,640, and brings adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Its 23 hp, 205 Nm motor also supplements the 2.0-litre petrol powertrain, although no economy figure is stated. The XF answers with 237 hp and 340 Nm versus 201 hp and 320 Nm, yet both reach 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. For a Malaysian buyer, the Jaguar’s five-year/150,000-km warranty and included scheduled maintenance help, but the Mercedes is the better-equipped, lower-priced choice.
Pick the Jaguar XF if you want 237 hp, 340 Nm, a 74-litre tank and five years/150,000 km of warranty with scheduled maintenance.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if you want to save RM56,640 while gaining autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Jaguar XF RM424,528; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888.
- Output: Jaguar XF 237 hp and 340 Nm; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 201 hp and 320 Nm, plus a 23 hp/205 Nm motor.
- Kerb weight: Jaguar XF 1,590 kg; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 1,825 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Jaguar XF 17-inch wheels with 225/55R17 tyres; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 19-inch wheels with 245/45R19 front and 275/40R19 rear tyres.
- Driver assistance: Jaguar XF has passive cruise control and no autonomous braking; Mercedes-Benz E-Class has adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking.
- Warranty: Jaguar XF five years/150,000 km plus 5-year/80,000-km free scheduled maintenance; Mercedes-Benz E-Class four years with unlimited mileage.
XF
- 237 hp and 340 Nm, against 201 hp and 320 Nm.
- 235 kg lighter at 1,590 kg.
- Five-year/150,000-km warranty with free scheduled maintenance.
- Costs RM56,640 more.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot system, collision warning or lane-keeping steering correction.
- 17-inch wheels and 225-section tyres versus the E-Class’s 19-inch staggered set.
E-Class
- RM56,640 lower purchase price.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera.
- Driver and passenger power-adjustable front seats, 64-colour ambient lighting and rear window shades.
- 201 hp and 320 Nm trail the XF’s 237 hp and 340 Nm.
- At 1,825 kg, it is 235 kg heavier than the XF.
- Four-year warranty is one year shorter than the XF’s five-year cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM424,528 | RM367,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380 | RM380 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake and exhaust valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 237 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Electronic Automatic with Jaguar Sequential Shift | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Daimler AG |
| 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 | — |
| Top Speed | 248 km/h✓ | 240 km/h |
| Co2 | 179 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,954 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,987 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,457 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,960 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 1,590 kg | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 74 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" 15-spoke Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 15-spoke Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Boot | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 8" InControl Touch with Jaguar Sound System (80W) | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/80,000 km free scheduled maintenance | — |
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.
Used XF & E-Class for sale
XF vs E-Class FAQ
Is the Jaguar XF or Mercedes-Benz E-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the stronger buy on equipment and price, costing RM56,640 less while adding autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Jaguar XF for its higher 237 hp/340 Nm output and longer five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar XF costs RM56,640 more than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Which car has more safety assistance?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the broader assistance package: autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control. The Jaguar XF has passive cruise control and does not list those systems.