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2008 Jaguar XKR consumer reviews

$86,035 starting MSRP
side view of 2008 XKR Jaguar
(18 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.5
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Its a Jag, some Brit said on the telly.

Just got my XKR 2008,, best year I read somewhere. Head turner, can't really tell because they are behind me. Hit the peddle and I was off, slowed down and vehicle behind caught up to take a look at "what was that". Still haven't put top down not sure how to put it back up, and where does it go. But I will find out tomorrow. Miss my England sports cars when I started work and could buy a used one. RS.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Still a head turner 15 years later

I still have my original 2008 XKR that I bought new in LA. After 15 years and 60k miles later. I still love everything about my XKR. It was a head turner then in exotic car capital LA. It is still a head turner today as I’ve not seen an XKR here in NC. I will keep it for as long as I possibly can.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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The ultimate definition of a GT car

Searching for a used convertible to add to my stable, I was convinced a Porsche Boxster was the ultimate car. If I were to race it and tear up roadways every trip, I would be right. But what I really want is a car I can drive all day, caress corners when the wife is sitting next to me, and attack apex's when I'm on my own. This car delivers everything the advanced motorist demands. Rear wheel drive with 420 lb-ft on a perfectly sorted chassis makes for driving nirvana. The Jag soaks up bumps and road imperfections as well as my much-larger Audi A8. All high performance $$$ cars have their glitches and niggling annoyances. I'm blessed with relatively few issues, and nothing that couldn't be addressed. Thirteen years later, this car turns heads like it just came off the showroom floor.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • 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 classically beautiful car I’ve ever owned.

I’ve had this car since it came off the showroom floor in 2008. Still love it as when it was brand new and a head turner in exotic car capital LA. It’s still a head turner today and will ultimately be a classic Jag. So I’ll be holding on to it for a very long time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great combo of looks, comfort, luxury and speed

This is the second jaguar I own after I had an XK8 convertible for almost 13 years. The car looks great and drives great. The supercharged engine is 200% better than my older XK8 engine and the roadhandling is way better as well. It's a great combination of sport, luxury and comfort and it comes at a price for a used car that is hardly believable.

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

Like a corvette with but with much more class. I get much enjoyment just cruising the streets in my 2008 Jaguar XKR Portfolio. Power and class!

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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Very reliable and super fast. Beautiful car!!

Very reliable and super fast. Beautiful car!! Everything about this Jaguar is perfect. The Portfolio edition is the one to get. If you can find one...

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 New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent For Everything

A great weekend luxury, sporty with high performance speedy vehicle for sure! Great in handling. Fun to drive. Beautiful classic interior. You can`t get wrong with this! No major engine issue.

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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Sexiest car I?ve ever owned!

I love this car! Not only is it fun to drive but it demands extra attention which I?m thoroughly enjoying! This is a fun, sexy ride.

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 sophisticated and classy fast car!

It perfected with full of beauty; It runs smoothly fast. A head turner vehicle, you will get every attention in everywhere you go in a good way?

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