The JAGUAR XJ (2003-07) XJ8 4DR SALOON 3.5 V8 SE AUTO6 is a full-size luxury saloon, built for comfort and long-distance travel. Its four-door layout and spacious cabin suit executive use, while elegant British styling gives it a more distinctive presence than an ordinary family car. In the UK market, it sits among premium cars. mycarcheck.com records 578 look-ups across 219 distinct VINs, a sample of cars researched. They show an average private-sale value of £2,900, recorded mileage of 115,000 miles, annual mileage of 2,000 miles and 4.8 previous keepers. These figures reflect checked vehicles, not every XJ8, and individual condition and history can vary greatly. The V8 and automatic gearbox deliver smooth, relaxed progress, making this Jaguar suited to motorway journeys and drivers who value refinement over running costs. It is less suited to tight budgets: fuel use and age-related maintenance may exceed mainstream saloons. Against German rivals, its appeal is distinctive style and character.