Driving Dynamics

The new XF’s strong, rigid body architecture provides an exceptional driving experience with taut, responsive steering that will satisfy even the most demanding drivers. The XFR offers an even more exhilarating drive, with Adaptive Dynamics for suspension control and Active Differential enhancing the balance between comfort and road-holding for impeccable high-speed handling.

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• JAGUAR SEQUENTIAL SHIFT™

  The new XF offers a choice between 6-speed and 8-speed automatic transmissions. Depending on petrol and diesel engine variants. Both options give smoother gear changes, constantly adapted to suit the style of driving. In addition, drivers seeking greater involvement have the option of changing gears manually, with paddles behind the steering wheel.
  
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  JAGUARDRIVE SELECTOR™ AND JAGUARDRIVE CONTROL™

  The automatic transmission is controlled by the beautifully designed JaguarDrive Selector™, which rises into the driver’s hand once the ‘Start’ button is pressed. The driver simply turns the selector to engage transmission settings, or to move from Drive to Sport mode. JaguarDrive Control™ offers further driving modes. Dynamic mode where fitted offers more responsive acceleration, while Winter mode gives more progressive control in slippery conditions.

• DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL

  The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) has two settings. The default setting comes into play as soon as it detects the wheels slipping. The Trac DSC setting, on the other hand, allows some slipping and overspin before it intervenes – this allows for a sportier drive and is also essential with snow chains.

• ADAPTIVE DYNAMICS

  Jaguar's Adaptive Dynamics system – previously only available on the high performance XK, XKR and XFR sports models – is designed to sharpen and hone the already impressive handling agility of the XF. Adaptive Dynamics deliver a superb balance between a comfortable, luxury car ride and hard-edged sports car handling. The system analyses body movement and driver and road-wheel inputs up to 500 times every second. Suspension settings are continuously adjusted to maintain a flat and level body, and improve handling without loss of ride comfort.
  
  Available on the XF 3 Litre Diesel S, XF 3 Litre Diesel and XF 2.2 Litre Diesel
  
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  ACTIVE DIFFERENTIAL

  The electronic Active Differential on the new XFR is designed to detect any slipping and vary the power supplied to each wheel to help keep the car as stable as possible.
  
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  SERVOTRONIC STEERING

  The XF’s variable-ratio power-assisted Servotronic steering makes it easier to park and manoeuvre and gives more precision at higher speeds.
  
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• CRUISE CONTROL WITH AUTOMATIC SPEED LIMITER

  Working in tandem with cruise control, an Automatic Speed Limiter allows the driver to select a maximum speed that should not be exceeded.

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  ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

  When Adaptive Cruise Control is fitted, a microwave radar in the front bumper is designed to sense if the vehicle in front slows down, and then use the throttle and brake to maintain a constant time gap. Once the road clears it will take the car back up to the previous speed. The radar also operates a Forward Alert, which gives the driver an audible warning if the traffic ahead slows quickly or another vehicle moves into the same lane. Adaptive Cruise Control is now compatible with the optional Aerodynamic Pack.

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  ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

  The new XF’s braking system works with the JaguarDrive Selector™ to release the parking brake as the car drives away. The driver can also choose to operate the parking brake manually.

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  INTELLIGENT STOP/START TECHNOLOGY

  New XFs powered by the innovative 2.2 Litre AJ-i4D engine will feature Intelligent Stop/Start technology. This is a first for Jaguar and a first on an automatic Diesel saloon from a premium brand. The intelligence of the system lies in its ability to detect when the engine is not needed. The engine will restart as soon as the driver releases the brake pedal and will be operating at ‘idle’ before the driver's foot reaches the accelerator. As well as reducing CO2 emissions, the system can deliver savings of 5–7% in fuel efficiency, depending on conditions.
  
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