
The Good
The 2014 Jaguar XF offers a compelling blend of advantages. Its performance, especially with the supercharged engines, is exhilarating. Design-wise, it's undeniably stylish and luxurious, appealing to emotional buyers. For practical buyers, the XF offers a comfortable ride and decent fuel efficiency for its class. While reliability isn't its strongest suit, the ownership experience can be rewarding.
The Bad
Potential buyers of a 2014 Jaguar XF should be aware of potential weaknesses. Reliability can be a concern, with reported issues in electrical systems and the infotainment system. Suspension components and the cooling system are also areas to inspect thoroughly. Repair costs can be higher than average due to the car's complexity and the availability of parts.
2014 Jaguar XF: Quick Overview
Here is a summary of key specs for the 2014 Jaguar XF:
- Engine Options:
- 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4: Available on the base model.
- 3.0L Supercharged V6: Available in different states of tune.
- 5.0L Supercharged V8: Available in the XFR and XFR-S models.
- Horsepower:
- 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4: 240 hp
- 3.0L Supercharged V6: 340 hp (base), 380 hp (Sport)
- 5.0L Supercharged V8: 510 hp (XFR), 550 hp (XFR-S)
- Fuel Economy (EPA Estimated):
- 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4: 19 city / 30 highway mpg
- 3.0L Supercharged V6: 17 city / 28 highway mpg
- 5.0L Supercharged V8: 15 city / 23 highway mpg
- 0-60 Times:
- 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4: Approximately 7.5 seconds
- 3.0L Supercharged V6 (340 hp): Approximately 5.7 seconds
- 5.0L Supercharged V8 (XFR): Approximately 4.7 seconds
- 5.0L Supercharged V8 (XFR-S): Approximately 4.4 seconds
- Towing Capacity: Not officially rated for towing.
- Trim-Level Features:
- XF (Base): Leather upholstery, sunroof, keyless entry, rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity, JaguarSense (touch-sensitive glove box and overhead console), 7-inch touchscreen display.
- XF Premium: Adds navigation system, Bowers & Wilkins sound system, blind spot monitoring.
- XF Sport: Sport seats, unique exterior trim, enhanced interior styling.
- XFR: High-performance engine, upgraded suspension, sport exhaust, more aggressive styling.
2014 Jaguar XF Specifications
Vehicle Information
Year | 2014 |
Make | Jaguar |
Model | XF |
Trim | - |
Style | 4-Door Sedan All-Wheel Drive V-6 |
Type | Sedan |
Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
Made In | United Kingdom |
Manufacturing City | CASTLE BROMWICH |
Dimensions
Doors | 4-Door |
Curb Weight | - |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
Overall Height | - |
Overall Length | - |
Overall Width | - |
Wheelbase Length | - |
Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
Engine | V-6 |
Engine Size | 3L |
Engine Cylinders | 6 |
Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic |
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Transmission Speeds | 8-Speed |
Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System | - |
Steering Type | - |
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
Invoice Price | - |
Delivery Charges | - |
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Analysis
What Problems Does the 2014 Jaguar XF Have?
Recalls for the 2014 XF have been issued for concerns like fuel leaks and airbag malfunctions. Long-term reliability can be affected by these issues, along with potential problems with the supercharged engines. Oil leaks and timing chain issues have been reported, although less frequently than the aforementioned concerns. Preventative maintenance, including regular oil changes and cooling system flushes, is crucial to mitigating some of these risks. Prior model years, especially those before 2012, experienced more widespread issues, suggesting that Jaguar made some improvements, but the 2014 model is not immune to these types of problems.
How long will the 2014 Jaguar XF last?
What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
Driver-assistance features were primarily optional. Available features included blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and parking sensors. These features enhance safety and convenience, but were not standard across all trims. Safety features include standard antilock brakes, stability control, and a full complement of airbags.
Optional features added significant technological capability. The available Bowers & Wilkins sound system provided exceptional audio quality. The navigation system, while functional, could feel dated compared to newer systems. Higher trims offered upgraded leather upholstery and enhanced interior trim.
Crash-test ratings from the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) and NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) should be consulted for specific safety performance. These ratings provide an objective assessment of the vehicle's ability to protect occupants in a crash.
What Colors Options are Available?
Exterior Colors
Interior Colors
2014 Jaguar XF Prices and Market Value
2014 Jaguar XF Cost of Ownership
2014 Jaguar XF Fuel Efficiency
2014 Jaguar XF Safety Rating
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2014 Jaguar XF Recalls & Defects
Suspension:rear
Engine and Engine Cooling
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, and Connections
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
AIR Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
2014 Jaguar XF Insurance
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2014 Jaguar XF Compare to Other Sedan?
Alternatives to the XF include the Lexus GS, which offers superior reliability and a comfortable ride. The Infiniti Q50 is another option, providing good value and performance. If reliability is a primary concern, the German rivals or the Lexus GS would be better choices. However, if styling and a unique driving experience are prioritized, and you are prepared for potentially higher maintenance costs, the XF remains a compelling option.
Ranks #1645 Sedan
1 | 2023 Toyota Camry | (5.0★) |
2 | 2023 Honda Accord | (0.0★) |
3 | 2023 Lexus ES | (0.0★) |
4 | 2024 Subaru Legacy | (5.0★) |
5 | 2022 Mazda MX-30 | (4.0★) |
6 | 2024 BMW M3 | (0.0★) |
7 | 2023 Ford Mustang | (5.0★) |
8 | 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | (0.0★) |
9 | 2023 Audi A3 | (0.0★) |
10 | 2023 Chevrolet Camaro | (5.0★) |
11 | 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid | (0.0★) |
12 | 2023 Nissan Altima | (4.0★) |
1645 | 2014 Jaguar XF | (5.0★) |
Final Verdict: Is the 2014 Jaguar XF a Good Sedan?
Goldwire on January 11, 2019
Reliable, stylish and very comfortableI am happy that I purchased this vehicle. It's stylish and comfortable. My entire family can ride without it being overcrowded. The best car I've ever owned.
David on June 22, 2018
This is my second Jaguar and it won't be my last.If you are willing to maintain the Jaguar XF to factory specs, this car will easily take you to well over a 100k miles. My first Jaguar traveled 122k miles over a 10 year period with very minimal down time. The cost was no more then my other car. In my opinion, if you want luxury with a stylish leather interior and swede accents, NOT PLASTIC, then this is the car for you...
Black Sails 1715 on March 29, 2018
Outstanding vehicle from bumper to bumper.The lines of the XF are superb; sleek, flows gently, in a forward looking view. The interior has grained comfortable leather seats. The choreographed ac/heat vents were a pleasant surprise. The supercharged 3.0 engine purrs and then roars, a lot of fun driving around the city or on the open road.
PoloAlan on January 7, 2018
Best car I?ve ownThis car is my favorite to drive I love the way it looks and the way it makes me feel when driving it
Cinrose on November 12, 2017
Low beam head lights are terrible.. service is higMaintenance very high and I cant see at night without high beams.. car is overpriced for what you get and nobody wants to work on them...jaquar of louisville the worse place ever....all parts are twice as high compared to any other cars....jaquar of louisville no help at all...i am upside diwn on car or it would be gone...
JavJag on June 14, 2017
Sexy, fast, reliable car!This is a great mid size Jaguar XF, great on gas, plenty of power and fun to drive. Great styling, requires oil change once a year or every 10,000 miles. Great trunk space. Great handling, great acceleration. Turns heads.
Gary C on May 8, 2015
The best driving car ever!I bought a new 2014 XF 3.0 Portfolio approximately a year ago. I am a previous Infiniti owner. This car is unlike no other car you will ever drive! You can drive one hundred miles per hour (easily) with not a single vibration in any part of the car. Jaguar goes the extra step to place features on the car other makes do not even think of. The gas mileage of such a high horsepower motor is amazing. I took a road trip this week and averaged 32 miles per gallon on the way to my destination. The sound system in the car is amazing. The nice thing is that you don't see a gazillion of these on the road like BMW etc., Every where I drive this car, you get asked what kind of car it is along with hundreds of stares and pointing. The LED styling around the headlights make the car look amazing. This car is a true example of refined luxury. Want to stand out from the crowd? Buy this car! I plan on having mine for many years to come!
jgthomp rpm on February 17, 2015
Wonderful ride- but the British roots are showing.The Jaguar XF is a wonderful automobile. And, in comparison to others in its class provides for an excellent value for the dollar, but, that's not to say it isn't without its rough edges. First lets start with the positives: excellent power to smoothness of ride balance between its comfort and sport modes. Other vehicles in this class cannot seem to figure out what they are- a sedan or a sports car- and the Jaguar XF manages to handle each smoothly and proportionately when you want the comfort and aggressive when in sport mode. Furthermore, the lane change assistance works very well and the car is solid in cornering and creature comforts. However, here are three, "What were they thinking?" moments. 1) The Navigation system is horrible. Confusing buttons, cluttered Home screen. Terrible configuration. This is nothing new if you've read any Jaguar reviews at all. How does one fix this? You have to spend hours learning it- learning to think the way the engineer programmed it- apparently without any user feedback, I'm sure. There exists no way (without entering the diagnostic mode) to determine what version of the satellite navigation software you're at- so how can you know if you should buy a map update? Little things like this simply point to a job that's really only half done here, I'm afraid. 2) The LCD screen for the system console (ie the Navigation) is not designed for North America. "Huh?" you say? It's actually quite simple. Unlike Britain, in North America we have the steering wheel on the left side rather than the right side of the vehicle. As a result, the driver, in order to look at the Navigation screen, must tilt one's head to the RIGHT and not to the LEFT as in the UK. All this seems innocent enough until you are actually driving the car and *wearing sunglasses*. Most (if not all) sunglasses are polarized to reduce glare. And perhaps you might have noticed, many drivers are now wearing them... If you're staring at a monitor right now, you can take a pair of sun glasses and look at the screen and notice that if you slide them off your nose a wee bit and rotate them clock-wise about 45 degrees the LCD monitor goes DARK. This is due to the polarization in the lenses- and is the typical method for testing to see if your sunglasses are indeed polarized. But, as I'm sure you've already guessed, when you are wearing sun glasses while driving your Jaguar designed for use in the US or Canada, since you sit on the left you pivot your head to the right and actually tend to tilt your head to the right- creating a situation where the glasses relative to the screen approach the 45 degree angle- and Voila! the Navigation screen in the Jaguar looks BLACK. This fact makes it tough to actually use the car's central command console while wearing sunglasses. Ummm- didn't anyone test-drive this car in the US on a sunny day? Solution? Take your glasses off. The real solution? Jaguar engineers need to flip the screen in the manufacturing line if the steering wheel is on the North American side... Pivoting 45 degrees counter-clockwise (like a driver in the UK would) has no dimming effect on the screen. It's only in North America where this problem occurs. 3) Freezing windshield fluid nozzles. Do not expect the windshield wipers to be able to dispense fluid when the temperature outside falls into the teens (degrees F). Jaguar claims to have tested their cars in both extreme heat and cold. Apparently they only tested "did it start?" in the cold weather and didn't actually try and use it. The windshield fluid nozzles are on the wiper blade- far away from the heat of the engine and exposed to the rushing 60mph air while driving- effectively freezing them up in no time. Cheaper cars put the nozzle on the car's hood and let the heat of the engine keep the nozzle warm enough to not freeze. Well, I guess this may be the result of either mild winters in the UK or perhaps more understandably, the designers in India didn't consider such temperatures. In either case,
Jaguar Enthusiast on August 19, 2014
It is the most fun car I have ever owned.This Jaguar is truly inspiring. It has power and performance to spare. Great looks and great comfort.
Jean D. on June 1, 2014
My First Jaguar!!I purchased my very first Jaguar in March. My buying experience with Chris Smith and Steve Kenly was very professional and stress-free. My sales guide Will?s knowledge of the Jaguar XF was very informative and he helped me set up my phone and other customized items in the car, like the seat position and steering wheel position. Another sales guide Mike informed me about Jaguar?s free roadside assistance and I saved money by cancelling my AAA membership. My budget loved that! I LOVE driving my Jaguar XF every day; the car is quite good looking especially my color - sapphire blue, and I do notice a lot of people looking at it. I am very happy with this car! My experience with Jaguar Land Rover West Columbia was a pleasant one and I will continue to deal with them in the future.