Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Jaguar XJ | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
Engine | supercharged 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 375 kW@6000 625 Nm@2500 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 400 kW@5500 800 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,157 mm | 3,165 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,248 mm | 5,245 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,895 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,448 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,981 kg | 2,151 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 82 L | 90 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 960 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 978 mm | 2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,481 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,120 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,174 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,139 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 430 L | 464 L | -34 L |
2012 Jaguar XJ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | This sporty, tailored theme continues with the shape of the 20-way-adjustable front seats. The A8's seats have even more adjustments, yet no matter how much you fiddle with them aren't nearly as form-fitting or as cosseting. The XJ's more precisely shaped, cushy (yet not at all mushy) buckets seem much more tailored to the human form. The space between their modestly sized but firm bolsters can be adjusted to provide more lateral support when this is called for. The only noteworthy shortcoming of the XJ's front seats: though the headrests can be manually adjusted fore-and-aft, even in their most rearward position these press a bit much against the back of my head. Your physique and experience may vary. The rear seats are similarly form-fitting, but without a center console to rob space. see full Jaguar XJ review |
2012 Jaguar XJ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As mentioned when discussing the driving position, the XJ's front seat doesn't feel nearly as roomy as those in the Audi and BMW. But it also feels sportier. What's your priority? see full Jaguar XJ review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Jaguar XJ.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.