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Verdict
Well-protected saloon (and Sportbrake estate): five stars from Euro NCAP in its 2015 test. The 2.0 Ingenium diesels, however, have a reputation for a fragile timing chain (Autocar advises against the first examples): require proof of a timing chain check or replacement, or prefer the petrol version.
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €15,200 – €18,200
- Monthly cost
- €480
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 2.0 essence 250 ch BVA.
2.0D 163 ch
Diesel · Manual · 163 hp · Crit'Air 2
163 hp 2.0 Ingenium diesel, offered with a manual or automatic gearbox. Timing chain to be checked.
2.0D 180 ch BVA
Diesel · Automatic · 180 hp · Crit'Air 2
180 hp 2.0 Ingenium diesel, automatic only, optional all-wheel drive. Timing chain to be checked.
2.0 essence 250 ch BVA
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 250 hp · 7.2 L/100 km · 159 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
250 hp and 365 Nm 2.0 turbo petrol, 8-speed automatic gearbox: avoids the problems specific to diesels.
Market prices
€15,200 – €18,200
Indicative range: 2015 to 2019, yearly medians of 61 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Timing chain of the 2.0 Ingenium diesel
Severity 3/3 · SeriousAutocar advises against the first Ingenium diesel XFs, affected by timing chain problems: a chain that stretches can break and cause serious engine damage. One owner’s testimony describes a broken chain on an XF, and a specialist describes the failure of this chain on the 2.0 Ingenium diesel.
- Versions
- 2.0D 163 ch, 2.0D 180 ch BVA
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Clogged particulate filter (diesel)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyAutocar cites clogged particulate filters on the first Ingenium diesels. Au7o describes a failed regeneration in urban use: the filter clogs with soot, with warning lights and reduced power.
- Versions
- 2.0D 163 ch, 2.0D 180 ch BVA
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Jaguar XF”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €177 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €89 |
| Maintenance | €50 |
| Depreciation | €164 |
| Total per month | €480 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€177
2.0 essence 250 ch BVA version: combined consumption of 7.2 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
7.2 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €177
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€89
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€50
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€164
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Jaguar XF II (X260) — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Diesel: ask for proof of a timing chain check or replacement, and listen when cold for any rattle on start-up.
- Diesel: check there is no particulate filter warning light and consider how the car has been used (short or long journeys).
- Full automatic gearbox test: gear changes without jerking.
- Check the service book and the oil change invoices.
- Test the touchscreen and the driver-assistance systems.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the timing chain been checked or replaced? Do you have the invoice?
- What use has the car had (short city trips or long journeys)?
- Has the car been serviced regularly, and at which garage?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
BMW Série 3
VII (G20/G21) · since 2019
- Price
- €17,000 – €40,000
- Reliability
- 5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: KGC626, CC BY-SA 4.0
Volkswagen Arteon
I · 2017–2023
- Price
- €19,700 – €28,700
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0
Volkswagen Passat
B8 · 2014–2023
- Price
- €10,000 – €24,000
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Škoda Superb
III · 2015–2024
- Price
- €13,700 – €36,000
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Jaguar XF II (X260) (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jaguar XF X260 safe?
It received five stars in the Euro NCAP crash tests in 2015, after four stars for the previous generation.
What is the weak point of the diesel XF?
Autocar advises against the first 2.0 Ingenium diesels, affected by timing chain and particulate filter problems.
What is the boot capacity of the XF?
540 litres for the 250 hp 2.0 petrol saloon according to AutoScout24. For the Sportbrake, sources differ (510 or 565 litres).
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