Verdict
This is a trim call, not a performance one. The Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS Prestige costs RM424,528, while the Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS R-Sport is RM433,962, a RM9,434 step up. Both use the same 1,999 cc petrol engine with 237 hp and 340 Nm, both do 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, and both claim 7.5 L/100 km. On paper, the Prestige is the cleaner buy for Malaysia unless the R-Sport’s trim details matter to you when checked against the actual equipment list.
Pick the Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS Prestige if you want the same engine, performance, economy and space for RM9,434 less.
Pick the Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS R-Sport if you specifically want the R-Sport trim and accept that the listed mechanical and practicality figures are unchanged.
Key differences
- Price: RM424,528 vs RM433,962
- 0-100 km/h: 7.5 s vs 7.5 s
- Power and torque: 237 hp/340 Nm vs 237 hp/340 Nm
- Fuel economy: 7.5 L/100 km vs 7.5 L/100 km
- Boot space: 540 L vs 540 L
- Road tax: RM380/year vs RM380/year
2.0 240PS Prestige
- RM9,434 cheaper
- Same 237 hp and 340 Nm
- Same 540-litre boot
- No listed performance advantage
- Auto emergency braking not listed
- May miss R-Sport trim appeal
2.0 240PS R-Sport
- Same 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Same rear-wheel-drive layout
- Same 5-seat executive sedan body
- Costs RM9,434 more
- No listed power, torque or economy gain
- Auto emergency braking not listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 424,528✓ | RM 433,962 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | 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 | 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 | 7.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 248 km/h | 248 km/h |
| Co2 | 179 g/km | 179 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,954 mm | 4,954 mm |
| Width | 1,987 mm | 1,987 mm |
| Height | 1,457 mm | 1,457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,960 mm | 2,960 mm |
| Weight | 1,590 kg | 1,590 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 74 litres | 74 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 245/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 245/45R18 |
| 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" 15-spoke Alloys | 18" Helix 10-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 15-spoke Alloys | 18" Helix 10-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) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport suspension |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | 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 | 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, 2 Rear, 1 Boot | 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" InControl Touch with Jaguar Sound System (80W) | 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 | Powered Boot | 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.
2.0 240PS Prestige vs 2.0 240PS R-Sport FAQ
Is the Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS Prestige or Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS R-Sport better?
The Prestige is the better buy on paper because it matches the R-Sport for engine output, acceleration, fuel economy, boot space and road tax while costing RM9,434 less.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS R-Sport costs RM9,434 more than the Jaguar XF 2.0 240PS Prestige.
Do they have the same performance?
Yes. Both have a 1,999 cc petrol engine with 237 hp and 340 Nm, rear-wheel drive, a conventional automatic gearbox, a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time and a 248 km/h top speed.