Jaguar is known for its lineup of luxury saloons, mainly because of the success of the XJ. This flagship model has been available in some form since 1968 and went through four generations before it was discontinued in 2019. Each generation and redesign brought more luxury and refinement, helping the XJ to remain competitive.
142 Used Jaguar XJ Series cars for sale
Jaguar, XJ Series
2005 - V6 SE 4-Door
£3,495
Finance available £33 pm
- 3L
- Miles
170.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2004 (54) - 4.2 V8 SE 4dr Auto
17£3,890
Finance available £42 pm
- 4.2L
- Miles
185.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Multi Choice Cars
Jaguar, XJ Series
2014 (64) - 3.0d V6 Premium Luxury Saloon 4dr Diesel Auto Euro 5 (s/s) (LWB) (275 ps)
26£8,990
Finance available £44 pm
- 3L
- Miles
99.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2001 (Y) - 4.0 XJR Supercharged 4dr Auto
15Low Mileage
£12,995
Finance available £67 pm
- 4L
- Miles
62.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2005 (55) - 2.7 TDVi Sovereign Saloon 4dr Diesel Automatic (214 g/km, 204 bhp)
29Low Mileage
£3,895
Finance available £42 pm
- 2.7L
- Miles
118.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2003 (03) - 4.2 XJ8 Sport 4dr
59Low Mileage
£5,750
Finance available £39 pm
- 4.2L
- Miles
139.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2010 (60) - 3.0 D V6 LUXURY SWB 4d 275 BHP-Fantastic Low Mileage Example Finished in Li 4-Door
44Low Mileage
£8,250
Finance available £28 pm
- 3L
- Miles
85.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Rix Motors
Jaguar, XJ Series
2008 - 4.2 V8 XJR Supercharged 4dr Auto
28Low Mileage
£18,000
- 4.2L
- Miles
31.3K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
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Jaguar, XJ Series
2011 (61) - 3.0d V6 Portfolio Auto Euro 5 4dr
61Reduced
£8,490
Finance available £33 pm
- 3L
- Miles
79.6K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Town Autos
Jaguar, XJ Series
2008 - 2.7TD V6 SPORT PREMIUM 4-Door
23£3,995
Finance available £45 pm
- 2.7L
- Miles
136.8K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
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Jaguar, XJ Series
2017 (17) - 3.0d V6 Portfolio Auto Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr
31Reduced
£15,390
Finance available £65 pm
- 3L
- Miles
88.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
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Jaguar, XJ Series
2010 (10) - 3.0D V6 PORTFOLIO AUTOMATIC 4-Door
30Low Mileage
£9,999
Finance available £45 pm
- 3L
- Miles
68.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2006 (06) - XJ 2.7 TDVi Executive 4dr Auto
53Reduced
£4,995
Finance available £45 pm
- 2.7L
- Miles
68.8K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2018 (18) - 3.0d V6 Premium Luxury Saloon 4dr Diesel Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)
5Low Mileage
£24,950
Finance available £222 pm
- 3L
- Miles
22.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Rix Motors
Jaguar, XJ Series
2015 - 3.0d V6 R-Sport 4dr Auto
25Low Mileage
£17,490
- 3L
- Miles
48.3K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
2016 (16) - 3.0d V6 Autobiography Saloon 4dr Diesel Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (LWB) (300 ps)
22£13,000
Finance available £67 pm
- 3L
- Miles
146.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
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Jaguar, XJ Series
2009 (09) - 2.7 TD Sovereign Saloon 4dr Diesel Automatic (214 g/km, 204 bhp)
10Low Mileage
£6,495
Finance available £33 pm
- 2.7L
- Miles
105.6K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Jaguar, XJ Series
1996 (P) - XJ6 SPORT 4.0 -AUTO, ONLY 56274 MILES, 1 FORMER LOCAL OWNER, SERVICE HISTOR 4-Door
24Low Mileage
£7,999
Finance available £45 pm
- 4L
- Miles
56.3K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Town Cars
Jaguar, XJ Series
2019 - Automatic 4-Door
Low Mileage
£30,000
- 3L
- Miles
17.2K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Bentley Berkshire
Jaguar, XJ Series
1994 (M) - 3.2 XJ6 4dr
18Low Mileage
£3,995
Finance available £45 pm
- 3.2L
- Miles
91.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Not Supplied
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Why buy a used Jaguar XJ Series?
If you're in the market for a car that's luxurious, timeless and stylish, then a used Jaguar XJ is a great choice. As the luxury brand's flagship model from days gone by, the XJ has undergone many improvements over the years. With its large selection of powerful engines and superb handling, the XJ is a lot of fun to drive while remaining sumptuously comfortable.
Jaguar XJ Series snapshot review
Pros
- Good to drive
- Stylish design
- Luxurious interior
Cons
- Expensive to run
- Firm ride
- Not as much headroom in the rear as rivals
Jaguar XJ Series by type
Used Jaguar XJ Series information
Engines and transmissions
Throughout the years, the Jaguar XJ has had both petrol and diesel engines, with a manual or an automatic gearbox, and four- or rear-wheel drive.
Petrol- 3.0-litre outputs 335bhp, and hits 60mph in 5.7 seconds with average fuel economy of up to 31mpg.
- 5.0-litre V8 has been available with various outputs from 379bhp to 566bhp, making it the most powerful option, with a 0-60mph time of 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 186mph.
- Earlier models include a 240bhp and a 390bhp 4.2-litre V8
- The supercharged 4.2-litre V8 generated 400bhp and had a 4.8-second 0-60mph time.
- 3.0-litre turbo diesel creates up to 295bhp for a 0-60 mph time of less than six seconds and a top speed of 155mph, returning decent fuel economy of 37.9mpg.
- Second generation included a 204bhp 2.7-litre TDVi diesel variant that could hit 60mph in 7.8 seconds while achieving fuel economy of up to 35mpg.
Practicality
The Jaguar XJ has a well-appointed cabin and offers plenty of comfort features, making it a practical option for those who want a premium vehicle.
Interior space- Adjustable driver's seat and steering wheel allow you to get completely comfortable in the cockpit.
- Rear passenger space is larger in the long-wheelbase model.
- Autobiography variant has a limo-like interior with quilted semi-aniline leather seats, rich oak inlay veneers and stainless steel air vents.
- Two ISOFIX points found on the outer rear seats for installing child seats.
- 520-litre boot is larger than the BMW 7 Series or Audi A8.
- Large boot opening helps to get bigger suitcases inside.
- Short wheelbase offers better handling and is still spacious enough in the rear seat.
- Long wheelbase has 121mm more rear legroom for a limousine-type experience.
Safety
- No Euro NCAP safety rating, but the pop-up bonnet, stability control, eight airbags and traction control offer good protection.
- After 2015, the XJ included available All-Surface Progress Control, which helped the vehicle to pull away on slippery surfaces.
- New 2018 features included traffic detection, driver condition monitor, autonomous emergency braking and lane keep assist.
Technology
- 12.3-inch driver display offers available full-width satnav.
- Dual touchscreens available with innovative InControl Touch Pro Infotainment system.
- 2018 models added an available 4G Wi-Fi hotpot supporting up to eight devices simultaneously.
Jaguar XJ Series generations
Eighth Generation (2010 to 2019)
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 3 - 5
- MPG:
- 23 - 49
- Acceleration:
- 4.2 - 6.4 seconds
- Boot space:
- 520 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
Greenest
3.0 V6 Supercharged R-Sport 4dr Auto
Cheapest
3.0d V6 XJ50 Celebration 4dr Auto
Fastest
5.0 [575] V8 Supercharged XJR 4dr Auto
Used Jaguar XJ Series FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Jaguar XJ?
The most popular engine has been the 3.0-litre turbo diesel with an output of 296bhp to hit 60mph in less than six seconds. This model has a top speed of 155mph and achieves average fuel economy of up to 37.9mpg.
Which are the most popular model variants?
In the standard wheelbase, the variants include Luxury, Premium Luxury, Portfolio and R-Sport, while the long wheelbase was available in Luxury, Premium Luxury, Portfolio and Autobiography. The most popular among used models is the Portfolio, offering a good balance between value and upmarket features, including leather active ventilated heated and cooled seats and four-zone automatic climate control.
What optional extras should I look out for?
LED interior lighting and adaptive LED lights are among the top optional extras to look out for. You can also look for enhanced safety equipment, such as the 360-degree camera, blind spot monitoring and park assist functionality.
Is the Jaguar XJ a good family car?
Yes, the Jaguar XJ offers plenty of room for a family and can be found with high-tech equipment. For added rear space, look for a long-wheelbase variant that provides the room needed to stretch out and relax.
Is there a hybrid version of the Jaguar XJ?
In all the years that the XJ was made, Jaguar never offered a hybrid powertrain. However, there are many petrol and diesel engines to choose from, with the 3.0-litre turbo diesel offering fuel economy of up to 37.9mpg.
Are all Jaguar XJ model variants automatic?
Yes, all versions of the Jaguar XJ come standard with an automatic gearbox. There are no manual versions.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
Yes, but they were never officially sold in the UK so you are unlikely to find one. Because the Jaguar XJ was designed to handle like a sports car, it was equipped with rear-wheel drive as standard.
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