Jaguar XF: X250 Facelift vs X260
Verdict
The X260 is the cleaner buy if you can stretch: against the X250 Facelift’s RM398,888, it asks RM424,528, a RM25,640 lift, but returns 7.5 L/100km instead of 8.9, cuts CO2 from 207 to 179 g/km and trims 0-100 km/h from 7.9 to 7.5 seconds with the same 1,999 cc, 237 hp petrol engine. Road tax stays RM380. It also has a 2,960 mm wheelbase and 540-litre boot versus 2,909 mm and 500 litres. But the older car has 8 airbags, not 6.
Pick the Jaguar XF X250 Facelift if you want the lower entry price, 8 airbags and the same 237 hp/340 Nm rear-drive layout, and can live with the higher 8.9 L/100km figure.
Pick the Jaguar XF X260 if you can pay RM25,640 more for the quicker 7.5-second sprint, 7.5 L/100km economy, longer 5-year warranty and bigger 540-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Jaguar XF X250 Facelift RM398,888; Jaguar XF X260 RM424,528
- 0-100 km/h: Jaguar XF X250 Facelift 7.9 s; Jaguar XF X260 7.5 s
- Fuel economy and CO2: Jaguar XF X250 Facelift 8.9 L/100km and 207 g/km; Jaguar XF X260 7.5 L/100km and 179 g/km
- Size: Jaguar XF X250 Facelift 4,961 mm long, 1,939 mm wide, 1,468 mm tall; Jaguar XF X260 4,954 mm long, 1,987 mm wide, 1,457 mm tall
- Wheelbase and boot: Jaguar XF X250 Facelift 2,909 mm and 500 L; Jaguar XF X260 2,960 mm and 540 L
- Airbags and warranty: Jaguar XF X250 Facelift 8 airbags and 3 years; Jaguar XF X260 6 airbags and 5 years
X250 Facelift
- RM25,640 cheaper at list price
- 8 airbags versus 6
- Same 237 hp and 340 Nm
- Slower 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Uses more fuel at 8.9 L/100km
- Shorter 3-year warranty
X260
- Quicker 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- More economical at 7.5 L/100km
- Longer 5-year warranty and 540-litre boot
- Costs RM25,640 more
- 6 airbags versus 8
- Wider body at 1,987 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 398,888✓ | RM 424,528 |
| 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 | 7.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.9 L/100 km | 7.5 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 207 g/km | 179 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,961 mm | 4,954 mm |
| Width | 1,939 mm | 1,987 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,909 mm | 2,960 mm |
| Weight | 1,660 kg | 1,590 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 74 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45ZR18 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45ZR18 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" 15-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" 15-spoke Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars | 5 stars✓ |
| ANCAP | 4 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 | Yes | 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 |
| 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 | 6-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 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 |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 | 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 |
| Sun Shade | Front sunvisors with vanity mirrors and illumination | — |
| Audio | 7" touchscreen navigation system with CD/DVD playback, Aux-in, USB, Bluetooth, iPod connectivity and 10 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 | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless operation | Keyless operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 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.
X250 Facelift vs X260 FAQ
Is the Jaguar XF X250 Facelift or Jaguar XF X260 better?
The Jaguar XF X260 is better on the numbers: it is quicker, more economical, lower in CO2, has a longer warranty and a bigger boot. Choose the X250 Facelift if price and 8 airbags matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar XF X260 costs RM25,640 more: RM424,528 against RM398,888 for the Jaguar XF X250 Facelift.
Do the Jaguar XF X250 Facelift and Jaguar XF X260 use the same engine?
Yes. Both use a petrol 1,999 cc engine with 237 hp and 340 Nm, paired to a conventional automatic and rear-wheel drive. The X260 is quicker and more economical despite matching the X250 Facelift’s output.