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That makes it two in a row for the big cat, which continues to offer supreme comfort, class and quality. Better still, the firm's first XJ diesel is more common than ever on used forecourts after joining the line-up in 2005. Anyone who experienced an ownership nightmare with the current car's predecessor needn't worry, either, because the latest all-aluminium model is much improved. Usual Jaguar styling cues such as the twin headlamps and long bootlid continue to cut a dash, too, despite the fresh-faced look of the new XK coupé, and prices now start from £15,000.
That will secure you a 3.0-litre V6 model, while the classic 4.2 V8 goes for around £3,000 extra. The 2.7-litre oil- burner is still rare, though, and it starts from around £29,000. Its economy and refinement make it the ultimate XJ, but for value, older models are the best choice - as Auto Express's price guru, Jeff Paterson, explained: "If you buy an early example now, someone else has borne the brunt of the car's heavy initial depreciation. You'll pay Ford Mondeo prices for a top-drawer luxury saloon."
However, it's worth noting that running costs don't diminish as a car gets older. Buyers should be aware that everything from insurance and maintenance to petrol and tyres will be expensive.
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