Having just driven our Four Seasons Jaguar XF Supercharged the night before, I thought it would be a good idea to drive the XFR back-to-back. I honestly didn't think the 90 extra hp the XFR makes would be as noticeable as it is. A blip of the throttle sends the car down the road in a scurry; even at highway speeds, you can hammer the gas and the car just takes off like a rocket ship. But contrary to the intentions of my right foot, the car is not just an on/off switch and is still very capable of cruising around town like a luxury car should. It's good to know that, if you need the power, it's definitely there for you.
Approaching the XFR, you can see that it sits lower than the regular XF and has more aggressive body styling with larger front and rear fascias, plus side skirts. I also noted the two chrome hood scoops and, as Phil mentioned, the "R" badge on the dashboard, among other places. The infotainment system is frustrating to use. It took me way too long to figure out how to change even the most basic settings. And even after a night in the car I still didn't feel comfortable using it. The Alcantara headliner is gorgeous and really gives the car a luxurious feel that matches its reputation and price.
I would really have liked Jaguar to let the engine breathe a little more and reward the driver for pressing the gas pedal. I was disappointed by the sound of the XFR. No grunt, no growl. To me it sounds the same as the XF. I'm not saying Jaguar had to cut off the exhaust pipes at the header, but something more is needed to remind the driver and people around the car what, in fact, it is.
Mike Ofiara, Road Test Coordinator
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