Alongside the regular sedan and estate
versions of the facelifted XF, Jaguar is also working on the long wheelbase
model, which was recently spied testing for the first time. Likely retaining
the XF L moniker, it sports longer rear doors and offers more space between the
two axles, resulting in additional legroom for rear passengers. That’s a
feature much appreciated among Chinese consumers for which the XF L is made.
On the visual front, expect the same
revisions as the regular sedan, meaning new bumpers at both ends, revised
lighting signature and perhaps some tweaks to the grille and boot lid. The more
modern styling should be enhanced by an updated color palette and new wheels.
The 2021 Jaguar XF,
alongside the XF Sportbrake (estate) and XF L, will boast more upgrades inside,
with the key focus being on new tech. As a result, it should welcome a new
secondary screen for the HVAC system, updated infotainment and instrument
cluster, and probably a new steering wheel. Fresh upholstery and trim options
are likely to round out the changes.
We can expect a few engine revisions as
well, with reports claiming that the 3.0-liter mild-hybrid gasoline unit rated
at 395 HP will be introduced to the lineup. Elsewhere, we will have to
wait a few months to find out everything about it and see the changes in an
official environment. Jag’s rival for the BMW 5-Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class,
Audi A6 and Volvo S90 is understood to premiere in the second half of the year.
