2014 Jaguar XJ gets new engine and revised interior

The 2014 model year Jaguar XJ is the latest in a long line of luxurious Jaguar sports saloons, incorporating enhanced rear cabin luxury features, comfort and in-car technology to create a truly elegant and contemporary luxury Jaguar.

The Jaguar XJ is offered with a choice of diesel and supercharged petrol 3.0-litre V6 engines and two supercharged 5.0-litre V8 petrol engines.

These engines are mated to Jaguar’s eight-speed automatic gearbox which offers a broad spread of ratios for a perfectly balanced combination of smooth-shifting, economy and driver control.

The long-wheelbase models feature enhanced rear cabin luxury options which include ‘airline’ style reclining seats with massage function, increased headroom and  fold-out business tables. A specially re-tuned rear suspension set-up enhances rear seat ride comfort.

 

The entertainment system has been enhanced with a Rear Seat Entertainment options featuring two hi-resolution touchscreens, and premium Meridian Reference Audio System with Conversation Assist.

The 2014 XJ’s luxurious feel is underlined by the palette of materials used on the interior. This includes Bond grain, soft grain and semi-aniline leather, and a wide choice of veneers including Piano Black, Carbon Fibre, Gloss Burr Walnut and Satin Rosewood.

The 2014 XJ R version incorporates bespoke chassis and aerodynamic developments to create the most focused, agile and responsive XJR ever. Seamless performance from its 550PS/680Nm, 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine makes the XJR capable of accelerating from zero to 60mph in 4.4 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.6 seconds) and on to an electronically limited top speed of 174mph (280km/h).