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.
159 Used Jaguar XJ Series cars for sale
Jaguar XJ Series2000 (X) - 4.0 Sovereign LWB 4dr Auto
7Low Mileage
£4,500
Finance available £78 pm
- 4L
- Miles
71.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Fred Steele Commercials & Cars
0/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series2005 (05) - XJ6 3.0 V6 4dr Auto
18Reduced
£8,995
Finance available £179 pm
- 3L
- Miles
43.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Elite Cars of Leigh
5/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series2007 - XJ 2.7 TDVi Executive [LWB] 4dr Auto
![2007 - XJ 2.7 TDVi Executive [LWB] 4dr Auto](https://cdn.images.autoexposure.co.uk/AETA60043/AETV47393011_1e.jpg)
7£3,500
Finance available £56 pm
- 2.7L
- Miles
82.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Motorline Car Sales
Jaguar XJ Series2001 - 3.2 XJ8 4-Door
21Low Mileage
£2,390
- 3.2L
- Miles
119.6K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Carz-4-U
4.2/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series1998 (S) - XJ8 3.2 Auto Executive 4-Door
1£17,995
Finance available £349 pm
- 3.2L
- Miles
20.5K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
The Malton Motor Company
Jaguar XJ Series2005 - XJ8 3.5 V8 Sport 4dr Auto
15Low Mileage
£5,995
Finance available £112 pm
- 3.6L
- Miles
51.5K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Roxforde Cars
Jaguar XJ Series2004 (04) - XJ6 3.0 V6 SE 4dr Auto
18£2,999
- 3L
- Miles
139.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Finesse Motor LTD
3.1/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series2019 (19) - 3.0d V6 Portfolio 4dr Auto
£19,900
Finance available £388 pm
- 3L
- Miles
89.3K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Seraph Cars
Jaguar XJ Series2007 (07) - 2.7 TD Sovereign Saloon 4dr Diesel Automatic (214 g/km, 204 bhp)
5Low Mileage
£5,750
Finance available £106 pm
- 2.7L
- Miles
129.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Rix Motors
Jaguar XJ Series2019 - Automatic 4-Door
Low Mileage
£30,000
- 3L
- Miles
17.2K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Bentley Berkshire
Jaguar XJ Series2005 - XJ8 3.5 V8 SE 4dr Auto
17Low Mileage
£3,495
Finance available £56 pm
- 3.6L
- Miles
94.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Unlimited Motors
Jaguar XJ Series2017 - 3.0 V6 R-Sport 4-Door
28Reduced
£24,495
Finance available £483 pm
- 3L
- Miles
21.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
LKCARS LIMITED
Jaguar XJ Series2016 (16) - 5.0 V8 Supercharged XJR 4dr Auto
24Low Mileage
£13,995
- 5L
- Miles
52.1K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Thames Street Auto Salvage
4.7/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series2010 (10) - 3.0D V6 PORTFOLIO AUTOMATIC 4-Door
30Low Mileage
£9,999
Finance available £201 pm
- 3L
- Miles
68.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Bexhill Motors Terminus Road
5/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series2015 - d V6 Portfolio 4-Door
38Low Mileage
£14,690
- 3L
- Miles
59.5K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
S J Rayner (Cars) Ltd
Jaguar XJ Series2018 (68) - 3.0d V6 XJ50 Saloon 4dr Diesel Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)
39£16,750
Finance available £352 pm
- 3L
- Miles
107.2K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Affordable Motor Group Ltd
Jaguar XJ Series1996 (89) - SOVEREIGN // 4d // 3200 216 BHP // px swap 4-Door
33Reduced
£4,490
Finance available £78 pm
- 3.2L
- Miles
105.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Ashley Automotive
4.5/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series2011 (61) - 3.0d V6 Luxury 4dr Auto [LWB]
![2011 (61) - 3.0d V6 Luxury 4dr Auto [LWB]](https://cdn.images.autoexposure.co.uk/AETA22484/AETV69683821_1e.jpg)
20Reduced
£8,500
Finance available £168 pm
- 3L
- Miles
53.5K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
FALLOWFIELD CARS LIMITED
0/5 Stars
Jaguar XJ Series2011 - D V6 PREMIUM LUXURY 4-Door
11£4,995
Finance available £89 pm
- 3L
- Miles
124.5K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
herefordshire trade centre ltd
Jaguar XJ Series2004 (54) - 4.2 V8 XJR Supercharged 4dr Auto
24£4,995
Finance available £89 pm
- 4.2L
- Miles
170.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
All-terrain Automotive Limited
4.1/5 Stars
Find a specific Jaguar XJ Series
Trim
Jaguar XJ Series ExecutiveJaguar XJ Series LuxuryJaguar XJ Series PortfolioJaguar XJ Series Premium LuxuryJaguar XJ Series R-SportJaguar XJ Series SEJaguar XJ Series SovereignJaguar XJ Series SportJaguar XJ Series Sport PremiumJaguar XJ Series XJ50Jaguar XJ Series XJR
Engine Size
Jaguar XJ Series 2.7Jaguar XJ Series 3.0Jaguar XJ Series 3.2Jaguar XJ Series 3.6Jaguar XJ Series 4.0Jaguar XJ Series 4.2Jaguar XJ Series 5.0
Fuel Type
Colour
Jaguar XJ Series BlackJaguar XJ Series BlueJaguar XJ Series GoldJaguar XJ Series GreenJaguar XJ Series GreyJaguar XJ Series RedJaguar XJ Series SilverJaguar XJ Series White
Registration Year
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.
Used 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
Search used Jaguar XJ Series by type
Used Jaguar XJ Series buying guide
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 video review
Different generations of used Jaguar XJ Series
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.
Buying a used car checklist: what to look for
Buying a used car can be a daunting task, but with our checklist, you can make sure you’re getting the best deal possible.