Jaguar XJ Diesel Is A Lean Machine Does 40 MPG


	Jaguar XJ Diesel Is A Lean Machine Does 40 MPG

merrie

7-21-2008 8:28 AM

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jaguar xj diesel, 40 mpg, twin-turbocharged v6, 60 in seven, up to 141

merrie says:

£51k for a new one may be a big shout, but in these wicked times you can buy used examples for as little as 15 grand.

Rather more poise and presence than a Prius, I think.

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7-21-2008 10:28 AM

bignosemousie

Jaguars are the loveliest cars.

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