1997
Jaguar XJR

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4 years / 50,000 miles
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6 years

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100% of drivers recommend this car
3.6 / 5
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.3
Value 4.3
Exterior 3.9
Reliability 4.4

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  • By TDJag from Columbus, OH
    Owns this car
    August 11, 2012

    Finally Got My Dream

    This car is just the style that I wanted and I was blessed to find it. The previous owner kept it in good shape, especially the exterior. It is a smooth ride with great pick-up speed. There is a sun roof, leather seats which are adjustable & heated. Enough legroom for me & my son who are over 6'.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By zsa from washington, dc
    Owns this car
    November 10, 2011

    always starts; never ends; looking 4 another frnd!

    BLACK!!!!!Looks sleek!!!Needs a good simonize, a catalitic converter; and started sounding like back brakes making noise( my read); however, the feel of this car on the open road and the great gas mileage that I get is the reason I have not tried to sell it until now. Thanx for all considerations...
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By MrFixit from N.C.
    Owns this car
    January 16, 2008

    Last of the "real" Jaguars- & a terrific deal now!

    If you've been thinking about having a mid-life crisis, well here's a perfect car to have an affair with! Originally sold in the mid- $60's; now available from 8 to 15k depending on mileage and condition. Ford acquired Jaguar in the early 90's & immediately set about improving the quality & reliability of the entire line- the downside was the cars lost their legendary inline-sixes at the end of the '97 model year, much to the dismay of Coventry & fans the world over. The '95, '96 & '97 are all essentially the same car; '97 will be the one to have owing to its "last year" status. Ride is noticeably firmer than a standard XJ. Usual weird Jag switchgear on the dash & console. Seats are terrific, albeit a little slick when cornering. Well-weighted steering with just the right amount of assist at low speed; good feedback thru the wheel which may annoy some folks (go buy a Buick). Engine is the star of the show! Barely audible purr when started & driven gently; becomes the coolest exhaust note you ever heard in your life when the hammer is dropped! Transmission seems up to the task; manual gear selection probably not a good idea, 'cause it'll need gears faster than you can choose 'em. Toss it up an on-ramp with some throttle & you'll get some noticeable body-roll; steering line is "point-&-shoot" easy, & the car seems welded to the pavement. Brakes are very good, well-modulated & for the most part fade-free. Premium gas is a must, as with all supercharged gasoline engines. Expect a combined MPG around 12-15 (gulp). Hmmm... looks like I finally found the downside. Climate controls take a little getting used to (hey, it's British); sunroof mechanism sounds cheap. Audio system however sounds great. This is not a car for those who simply wish to go fast- there are plenty of fast cars on the market now- some cheap, some pricey, & many faster than the XJR. However, there is not one other car built in the last 20 years that offers the combination of style, luxury, safety, handling & mind-melting speed together in one package. They are true bargain buys now, & may remain so for a while longer. Sooner or later, though, they will begin to appreciate, & when it happens these cars will vanish from the market as if they never existed, in my opinion at least. Now's your chance, folks- high automotive art, for the price of a used Whocaresmobile.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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What trim levels are available for the 1997 Jaguar XJR?

The 1997 Jaguar XJR is available in 1 trim level:

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What is the MPG of the 1997 Jaguar XJR?

The 1997 Jaguar XJR offers up to 12 MPG in city driving and 20 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 1997 Jaguar XJR reliable?

The 1997 Jaguar XJR has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Jaguar XJR owners.

Is the 1997 Jaguar XJR a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1997 Jaguar XJR. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

3.6 / 5
Based on 3 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.0
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 3.9
  • Reliability: 4.4
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