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2012 Jaguar XF consumer reviews

$53,000 starting MSRP
side view of 2012 XF Jaguar
(37 reviews)
89% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.9
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.2
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If you want a car that feels like flying this is it.

If you want a car that feels like flying this is it. In long trips the powerful engine and cruise control make driving much less tiring. I have replaced the air compressor and water pump. I hear this is normal and you should plan on a water pump. I did the timing chain retro fit and now this car is the best car ever. If you love to drive and are willing to pay the maintenance you will love this car. Ask about timing chain retro fit for the 5.0 liter engine.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Does recommend this car
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Better than my 87 t type and 2016 charger 6.4.

Owned the car for 1 1/2 years with 80000 miles. Only problem has been the pot holes of Philadelphia streets. 1 flat tire and 1 damaged rim. Otherwise, for a 9 year old car it's super . People can't believe it's that old and runs so well. Yeah, it's super fast too.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most beautiful and fastest car I’ve owned

I’ve owned many cars from the 60’s to current. This car is so far the fastest and one of the most good looking cars on the road today. The Jag is unique, there only a few on the road compared to Mercedes , BMW and Audi. It stands out with a nice interior and beautiful exterior. If you want something fun and different that stands out this is the car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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The most stylish car

Amazing and comfortable and Super stylish. Love the interior and the style of the car has lots of swag .rims are classy and the Jaguar on the back speaks Volumes .

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice to drive but I don't because always has issue

many issues mechanical/Electrical. some minor bad designs like battery compartment and it locking system. nice car though regarding driving joy. it is the 5.0 V8 version.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Luxury car at an affordable cost.

This car met all my needs; both luxury and reliability. Drives and maneuvers very well. Will recommend this car any day for that urbane lady or gentleman who wants to stand out.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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So far so Good

Love it so far. Have to get use to it. Couple of times I hit 90 mph. Smooth ride. That's all I can say for now. Only been owning it a few hours

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great 5.0 V8

Always loved the look of the second gen XF, and pulled the trigger on a 2012 XF portfolio with 49000 miles. Can’t say I wasn’t nervous about reliability. The car now has 76000 miles and still runs and drives like new. Only issue was a water pump replacement, covered under warranty at 60000 miles. Dealer service has been excellent and the car is a blast to drive. And it still looks as sexy today as it did from day one. Sad they got rid of the V8, the following year. Guess it will be a supercharged V6 for me in the future.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliability issues.

I own a 2012 XF Supercharged V8 Portfolio. I love the car especially on long trips. Very comfortable. The problem is with reliability and cost of repair. So far in the last 2 years I've had to replace the water pump, the trunk latch, a computer system, and now the fuel pump. The water pump charge was$984, the trunk latch $380 the computer $2065.55 and the fuel pump $1,424.27. the repair cost on this car are much more than my previous Jaguar S Type. I had no problems with it at all so I had no problem purchasing another Jaguar. The XF had had many issues with the car. It will be my last Jaguar

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
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Performance is next level.

This car is my first premium car. I’ve had all the luxury benefits I wanted. High performance vehicle. Only thing I would care is the maintenance.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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