Used Jaguar XJ-Series for Sale nearAlbany, NY

How much does the Jaguar XJ-Series cost in today's market?

Used Jaguar XJ-Series prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Jaguar XJ-Series has a current nationwide average price of $15,294, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $15,292. Recently, prices have come down for the 2016 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Jaguar XJ-Series a good car?

Yes — the Jaguar XJ-Series earns strong owner approval across its full run, with praise centered on its luxurious design, smooth performance, and powerful engines. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly highlight the upscale interiors, comfortable ride, and elegant styling, and they also appreciate the car’s long-distance comfort and distinctive presence. Expert reviews rate the 2015 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that come up in expert feedback are high maintenance costs, electronics that can be finicky, and a few convenience and driver-assistance features that are less comprehensive than in some rivals. 18.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jaguar XJ-Series models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Jaguar XJ-Series for its smooth performance, luxurious feel, and strong engines, while expert commentary also points to its refined touring character and distinctive design. Across the model years in the data, the car’s appeal is reinforced by comfort, style, and a premium cabin experience.

• Owners rate the Jaguar XJ-Series between 4.7 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term ownership risk is the potential for higher upkeep costs, so a careful pre-purchase inspection and service-history review are especially important.

What should I look for when buying a used Jaguar XJ-Series?

Across all model years, at 73.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2018 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: blind-spot detection, adaptive cruise control, parking sensors, and a backup camera
• Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen interface with Meridian audio and Surround Sound processing
• Fuel efficiency: close to 24 mpg

Which Jaguar XJ-Series trim should I buy?

The 2015 Jaguar XJ-Series offers these trims:

• Base: standard 3.0-liter supercharged V6, 8-speed automatic, rear- or all-wheel drive, and the model’s graceful flagship character
• AWD: all-wheel drive with the same 3.0-liter supercharged V6, suited to buyers who want added traction
• Supercharged: 5.0-liter supercharged V8 with 470 hp and 424 lb-ft of torque for stronger performance
• R: XJR with 550 hp, 502 lb-ft of torque, and a 174-mph top speed for the most powerful version

What Jaguar XJ-Series do most buyers choose?

The Jaguar XJ-Series years with the most listings are 2016, 2015, and 2017.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, conditions, and deal quality. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first because there are simply more examples on the market.

What is the Jaguar XJ-Series's resale value?

The price movement shown here is clearly downward, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The drop is double-digit, so it’s a meaningful shift rather than a small adjustment. The 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Jaguar XJ-Series safe?

• 2015: 7/10

For the safest used buy, the 2015 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Jaguar XJ-Series now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2016 model is at −10.56% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2016 model has 23.9% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $15,294. The Jaguar XJ-Series offers a distinctive flagship feel with elegant styling and a luxurious cabin that stands out in the full-size luxury sedan class.

If you're buying used today, the 2016 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2015 Jaguar XJ-Series compare to the 2024 BMW 7 Series?

Our experts score the 2015 Jaguar XJ-Series 7.8/10 and the 2024 BMW 7 Series 6.7/10. The Jaguar brings a more characterful luxury-sedan personality, while the BMW pairs a newer platform with stronger fuel economy and a much larger pool of listings. The Jaguar also shows a lower starting MSRP and a higher share of good and great deals in the comparison data, while the BMW offers a higher accident-free share.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.