2009 Jaguar XK Review Summaries

What reviewers liked most about the Jaguar XK:

Out in the hills the XK continued to impress. The car tackles the twisties with real poise yet never seems to stiffen its ride or responses to the point of severity. The paddle-directed fast upshifts and blipped-throttle downshifts lend real sporting character, and on several occasions we found ourselves drawing to a stop and pulling on both paddles to find neutral, the way it's done in Ferraris and Lamborghinis. That's how authentic the experience is.

-- Car and Driver

What reviewers liked least about the Jaguar XK:

Both the XK coupe and convertible only accommodate four soft-pack overnight bags.

-- Cars.com

Somewhat stylish, the tail-lamps are a bit too busy.

-- New Car Test Drive

The more cynical among us took issue with the inevitable burl veneer and leather interior, accusing Jaguar of resorting to its clich'd image when designing the cabin. For customers who feel the same way, there is a brushed alloy treatment that banishes any sight of timber.

-- Car and Driver

Somewhat stylish, the tail-lamps are a bit too busy.

-- New Car Test Drive

Best one-liner about the Jaguar XK:

...the most technically advanced Jaguar production car ever built.

-- Cars.com

In a word, [the Jaguar XK] is a gorgeous sports car.

-- New Car Test Drive