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2009 Jaguar XK
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Jaguar XK - What the Auto Press Says
The Jaguar XK prioritizes comfort over sports performance. Though it doesn't run neck-and-neck with competitors on the track, it outshines many in terms of luxury and refinement.
Largely a carryover from the 2008 model year, the 2009 Jaguar XK offers a pleasant combination of sporty performance and high-class refinement. "Sensational styling, impressive V8 engines, and finely tuned suspensions allow these luxuriously appointed 2+2 grand tourers to vie for the attentions of potential upscale owners against prime competitors that include the BMW 650i, Lexus SC 430 and Porsche 911," writes Kelley Blue Book." As always, the Jaguars do it with distinctly -- and distinctive -- British accent that gives them an abundance of sheer, unmitigated charisma." Still, reviewers find that its drawbacks include a cramped backseat and an exterior design that stops short of making hearts pound.
If you're willing to sacrifice luxury and refinement for an eye-catching exterior design and real sports performance, consider the 2009 Dodge Viper. While its Dodge nameplate doesn't carry the same clout as Jaguar, the Viper model instills fear and respect in many enthusiast circles.
The XK is available in two body styles, coupe and convertible. A high-performance XKR model is also available.
- "An enticing blend of grown-up performance and sporty luxury makes XK worth considering." -- Consumer Guide
- "This is a handsome, elegant coupe that perfectly blends luxury and sportiness. The quintessentially British interior trappings are first-rate, and the ride is supple yet taut. Rear-seat space is a joke, but the rest of the XK is so nice that it can be forgiven." -- Car and Driver
- "If you're looking to shake things up, the polished XK probably won't punch your buttons, and if you're looking for the most performance car for the money, I'd suggest sticking with the homegrown Corvette." -- Detroit News
- "The 2009 Jaguar XK takes a balanced approach to luxury and performance, and the results are impressive. Although it's certainly not perfect, luxury-coupe and convertible shoppers will want to give it serious consideration." -- Edmunds
- "It is a beautifully sculpted sportscar that is as much a vehicle in which you can enjoy the ride, as it is one to show you have arrived." -- Left Lane News
XK Performance - 8.7 (Very Good)
The XK may not be the fastest vehicle in its class, but test drivers still admire it for its smoother powertrain and comfortable, well composed nature. "More sports car than supercar in either body style, the 2009 Jaguar XK embodies the Grand Touring ethos with a total package that's capable, comfortable and exceptionally rewarding, whether you're in high-profile cruise or hard-charge mode," writes Kelley Blue Book. As such, reviewers believe that it feels more like a sports-tourer than a sports car. Read More
XK Exterior - 8.6 (Very Good)
Critics find the XK's exterior design pleasing, but not head-turning. Automobile Magazine writes, "On the way up from Phoenix, people haven't been pointing or staring at us in the way that says this car's a hit. We like the way it looks, we respect it, but we don't love it." The convertible XK features a power retractable soft-top. Read More
XK Interior - 7.9 (Good)
Auto writers find the XK's front seats comfortable, but have nothing positive to say about the rear. "While the XK has a rear seat, it's really only suitable for small children or emergency use (and even then, it had better be a pretty big catastrophe)," writes Edmunds. Critics also take issue with the XK's multipurpose touchscreen. Read More
XK Safety - NA
Neither the federal government nor insurance industry has crash tested the 2009 XK. However, it features a long list of safety-assuring technology. Read More
XK Reliability - 7.0 (Good)
The 2009 Jaguar XK reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Jaguar protects the '09 XK with a four-year/50,000-mile limited warranty. Read More
