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1998 Jaguar XJ-Series User Reviews

1998 Jaguar XJ-Series Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 5 reviews

  • Performance:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Appearance:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5
  • Build Quality:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Overall:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5

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PROS
"power" 4 reviews
"beautiful car" 3 reviews
"interior" 2 reviews
"ride" 2 reviews
"build quality" 2 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 2 reviews
"expensive car" 2 reviews

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Darren writes:
1998 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ8 Review
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Looks very posh

Cons

Very expensive to run

35

Lovely Cars For Not Much Money — Performance - Very fast and powerful V8 engine, lovely smooth auto box Build Quality - Well built and tough Appearance - Retro good looks, still look very expensive and posh, loads of toys inside and very nice leather Cost Of Ownership - Very expensive, drinks petrol, average about 16 - 18 mpg around town and 25 - 30mpg on a run, parts expensive too from jaguar so buy on Ebay for bits and bobs Fun Factor - Obviously not a sporty looking car as it was built for luxury but has the performance. Very fast and powerful. Holds the road like glue for such a massive car, but the big fat tyres help.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Chris writes:
1998 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ8 L Review
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Pros

Power

Cons

Nothing

65

Jag Xj8 — Amazing. Great buld. Great engine. There is some problems with overheating, but none that are overall in the make of the car. Cost of ownership is decent. It's an amazingly fun car to drive. I would suggest buying this care.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Rónán writes:
1998 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ8 Review
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Pros

Gentlemen's club on wheels

Cons

Fuel consumption, but what do you expect? It isn't a Prius!

35

Jaguar Xj8 1998 — The Jaguar XJ8 has to be one of the most beautiful cars around. Its performance is excellent and ride comfort is out of this world. Can anyone beat the British for sumptuous use of wood and leather in a car's cabin. There's little to rival the growl of a 4 litre V8 when you turn the key and every drive feels like an occasion!

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George writes:
1998 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJR Review
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Blistering acceleration, Comfort, Highly appointed, Image, Class

Cons

Running Costs

35

1998 Jaguar Xjr — Unbelieveable acceleration, solid handling. Likes to kick the back end out on wet corners and round-abouts! Brakes could be bigger for such a heavy, powerful car. Build quality is solid but has required a few small, 'niggly' repairs. The most beautiful car on the road - grace, space and pace! Cost of ownership - Astronomical rather than Economical. Fun Factor - Makes me grin like an idiot every time i drive it! 0-60 in 5 seconds - i rest my case!

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Alastair writes:
1998 Jaguar XJ-Series 4 Dr XJ8 Review
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Gorgeous

Cons

gas guzzler

35

May Be The Handling Wasn't So Great - Or May Be That Was Just Me — Only buy one off the jag dealer, so if it needs fixing it will get fixed properly. Mine had gearbox trouble at 50K. But it is such a beautiful car, i'd buy one again. It's a real event to drive.

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Cost $54,750 Original MSRP $10,798 Average Instant Market Value $6,704 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 24 23 20
Horsepower 290 290 370
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.20 43.0 41.2

Reviews From Other Years

2012 Jaguar XJ-Series Reviews

2012 Xj By Mike

Bought the car 12/12 to replace the 7 series. Sharp styling, and great performance with this one. Hoping this jaguar is going to be a lot of fun for many years to come. Really impressed with the techn... Read More

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2011 Jaguar XJ-Series Reviews

If I Were Not Such A Car Snob It Would Be Great; However, I Am A Car Snob... By dochylski

Beautiful looking, attractive car. Ride is okay, handling is a bit challenging. Other heavy imports are better on curves. Shifting in full auto leaves a bit to be desired. I get a lot of complimen... Read More

Proper Cat! :) By Radek

I used this car for business, I am an executive chauffeur and this car looks the part for the job! I get a lot of excited comments equally from my customers as well as from passers-by. The new 2011 ... Read More

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2010 Jaguar XJ-Series Reviews

Jaguar Xj Supersport By Umar

its a whole new dramatic looking car on the road with the latest technology and good dynamics...it is all alluminium built and features a 5.0litre petrol engine...the interior is extremely luxurious a... Read More

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2009 Jaguar XJ-Series Reviews

Live And Breathe Fir It By Billy

The Jaguar XJ8l is fantastic and I just cant say enough about the distinction and prestige, ellngence that the xj has the wood veener s and interior leather are perfection just that the seats could ... Read More

Perfectly The Best Car In The Grand Saloon Segment By Umar

its a bit old school jag but have you seen the next jag xj,the 2010 one...its awesome.performance is simply what a jaguar susposed to be which is GREAT and fast.the car is seriously fun on open roads ... Read More

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2008 Jaguar XJ-Series Reviews

2,500 Miles And Already Having Transmission Problems. By Showoff

I bought my 2008 XJ8L with zero miles on it and at 2,500 miles I started having what some web sites refer to as "the lurch". When I come to a rolling stop I feel a thump as the transmission downshift... Read More

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