[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/performance\/jaguar-xjr-575-reviews\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/performance\/jaguar-xjr-575-reviews\/","headline":"Jaguar XJR 575: what the critics think","name":"Jaguar XJR 575: what the critics think","description":"The XJ isn\u2019t the first car that springs to mind when you think of fast Jags, but the XJR 575 is different. Not only is it the quickest XJ ever, the car can get up to 62mph quicker than most F-Types (4.2 seconds), because it uses the same 567bhp five-litre supercharged V8 as the range-topping F-Type SVR. This is made all the more impressive when you realise it weighs the best part of two tonnes. The flagship XJ counts the […]","datePublished":"2017-11-23","dateModified":"2018-12-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Jaguar-XJR575-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Jaguar-XJR575-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/performance\/jaguar-xjr-575-reviews\/","about":["Jaguar","PERFORMANCE CARS"],"wordCount":559,"keywords":["jaguar","Jaguar F-Type","Jaguar XJR575","Mercedes S-Class","Porsche Panamera"],"articleBody":"The XJ isn\u2019t the first car that springs to mind when you think of fast Jags, but the XJR 575 is different.Not only is it the quickest XJ ever, the car can get up to 62mph quicker than most F-Types (4.2 seconds), because it uses the same 567bhp five-litre supercharged V8 as the range-topping F-Type SVR. This is made all the more impressive when you realise it weighs the best part of two tonnes.The flagship XJ counts the Mercedes-AMG S63 as its biggest competitor, so does it win out in this clashing of horns? We looked to what the British motoring press thought to find out….Auto ExpressAuto Express awarded the XJR 575 four out of a possible five stars and seemed rather impressed, not only by its ability on the road, but also by how competitively priced it was compared to its rivals.A \u00a394,000 car could never be described as \u2018affordable\u2019 but considering the S63 costs \u00a3124,995, it\u2019s the one that makes the most sense from a value-for-money angle.AE admitted that \u201cthe fastest XJ in history might not be quite what the world needs in 2017, but that doesn\u2019t prevent it from being a delightful thing to drive\u201d.Despite its price advantage, AE noted this could largely be down to the fact that the car is based on the outgoing XJR, so the 575 was showing its age in places.But is it as blisteringly quick as the numbers suggest? Seemingly so. \u201cOn the move, it felt very fast indeed,\u201d AE wrote. \u201cBut it\u2019s also luxurious, comfortable – especially in the brilliantly roomy individual rear seats – and beautifully made.\u201dAutocarAutocar matched AE\u2019s score and writer Matt Prior felt he couldn\u2019t award any more than four stars due to it feeling a bit old-fashioned, lacking the tech touch of an S-Class and not as capable as a Porsche Panamera.However, Matt added: \u201cBut I also don\u2019t think it matters that much, which is why I\u2019d recommend one in a second\u201d.Okay, mixed signals but whatever. The Autocar road tester seemed to like the design, hailing it as \u201can attractive car inside and out, mostly out\u201d before likening the interior to that of a Rolls-Royce Phantom, \u201ca car that is the very epitome of luxury\u201d.The TelegraphKyle Fortune of the Telegraph said the XJR 575\u2019s 4.4-second 0-62mph sprint was \u201cvery much in the \u2018silly\u2019 category\u201d, adding \u201cthe childlike giggles that spontaneously accompany any prod of the right pedal to the floor make you find occasion to try it again. Repeatedly.\u201dCar MagazineCJ Hubbard also gave it four stars, praising it as a great option if you \u201cwant to go comfortably and quickly\u201d, but noted its shortcomings in the gadget department, advising buyers to \u201crun in the direction of any of the Germans if you want bleeding-edge bells and whistles\u201d.He signed off by saying: \u201cthe real reason you should consider the XJR575 is because it is so wonderful to drive.\u201dTop GearThey echoed much of the sentiment already expressed and upon reflection, deemed the XJR 575 \u201cpretty damn special\u201d, delivering \u201cthe presence and luxury you\u2019d expect from a Jag in a package that is also brutally fast and great fun to drive\u201d.So is the XJR 575 still on your dream car list? Let us know down there in the comments. 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