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Jaguar XFR

Super StreetJaguar
510 hp
Horsepower
1925 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2010
Year

Jaguar XFR (Super Street)

The Jaguar XFR is a high-performance British luxury sedan powered by a supercharged V8, blending grand touring refinement with serious straight-line pace and capable chassis tuning. It sits in the sweet spot between executive comfort and old-school muscle, with a distinctly Jaguar character.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 5.0L supercharged AJ-V8 (front-mounted, longitudinal)

  • Total Output: ~510 hp (375 kW)

  • Redline: ~6,500 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed automatic

  • Weight: ~1,925 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,970 mm long × 1,870 mm wide × 1,460 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,909 mm

  • Tires: Performance road tires on 20-inch alloy wheels

  • Brakes: Ventilated discs with high-performance calipers

  • Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The XFR is a fast, torque-rich street sedan that feels heavy but eager, with a strong surge of boost and a surprisingly playful rear end when traction gets light. It delivers a composed, confidence-inspiring driving experience at speed, but the mass is always present in braking zones and direction changes, so smooth inputs matter more than aggression.

Engine & Sound: The supercharged V8 gives the XFR a deep, muscular idle that builds into a hard-edged, urgent roar under throttle. The Eaton blower adds a distinctive whine on acceleration, and the engine’s broad torque curve makes it feel effortlessly fast from low rpm all the way through the midrange.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Stable and secure on entry, with mild understeer if you ask too much of the front end.

  • Traction: Strong in a straight line, but rear-drive torque can rotate the car if you get greedy on corner exit.

  • Braking: Solid stopping power, though the car’s weight demands earlier braking points than a true sports coupe.

  • Top Speed: Very strong on long straights thanks to its power and tall gearing.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a fast GT cruiser rather than a lightweight sports car. Use clean inputs, brake in a straight line, and let the torque do the work on exit — it rewards smoothness and punishes overdriving.

Livery & Aesthetics: The XFR has classic Jaguar presence: long hood, short deck, aggressive aero accents, and a subtle-but-menacing stance. In sim, it looks especially good in understated metallic colors that highlight its luxury-sedan shape with performance intent.

Whether you're doing spirited laps, casual track sessions, or just enjoying a powerful road car with character, the Jaguar XFR is a refined bruiser that brings British elegance and V8 thrust together in one very fast package.