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Jaguar XF Sportbrake (X260) 3.0d V6 (300 Hp) Automatic 2015
Overall Rating
Jaguar XF:
The Jaguar XF is an executive luxury sports saloon car that was manufactured and marketed by the British automobile manufacturer Jaguar Cars. The XF was available as a four-door saloon and a five-door estate marketed as the Sportbrake. Launched in Autumn 2007 as a replacement for the S-Type, the XF was designated internally as the X250. The X250 was succeeded by the X260 in 2015. X250 was the first of the new styled Jaguars.
The XF was developed at Jaguar's Whitley design and development HQ in Whitley, Coventry and was built at Castle Bromwich Assembly facility in Birmingham....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sportbrake (X260) Overview:
Jaguar XF (Sportbrake (X260)). With 700 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1855 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.6 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0d V6 (300 Hp) Automatic 2015 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This V6 diesel offers robust performance with strong acceleration and ample torque for effortless cruising and overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Impressive fuel economy for a powerful V6, making it a highly efficient long-distance cruiser.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and elegant design with strong road presence
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality, especially on long journeys
- • Spacious and practical estate body style with generous boot capacity
- • Engaging driving dynamics and precise steering
- • Wide range of efficient diesel and powerful petrol engine options
Cons:
- • Early Ingenium engines had some reported reliability concerns
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals (especially pre-facelift)
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to the Sportbrake's design
- • Higher fuel consumption on powerful petrol V6 models
- • Interior materials, while good, might not feel as premium as some German rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sportbrake (X250): 2012 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | XF |
| Generation: | Sportbrake (X260) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0d V6 (300 Hp) Automatic 2015 |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 700 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 306DT [Same engine] More details about the engine 306DT |
| Engine displacement: | 2993 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.2 kg/Hp, 161.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 377.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1855 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1700 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 565 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4955 mm [11mm less] |
| Width: | 1987 mm [110mm more] |
| Height: | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2960 mm [51mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2091 mm |
| Front track: | 1605 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1607 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 110 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
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