Is the Jaguar XFL an imported car?

[IsabelLee]

The Jaguar XFL is not an imported car, but a joint-venture vehicle. Taking the Jaguar XFL 2020 2.0T P200 Two-Wheel Drive Feng Hua Edition as an example, its body dimensions are 5093mm in length, 1880mm in width, and 1456mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3100mm. The Jaguar XFL is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering a maximum horsepower of 200ps, a maximum power of 147kw, and a maximum torque of 320nm. The drive system is front-engine, rear-wheel drive. The front suspension type is a double-wishbone independent suspension, and the rear suspension type is a multi-link independent suspension.

[GrantMarie]

Actually, the Jaguar XFL hasn't been a purely imported car for a long time. This model has been produced in China since 2016 through a joint venture with Chery. I heard its debut at the Beijing Auto Show caused quite a stir back then. After localization, the body was lengthened, significantly increasing rear legroom - making it particularly suitable for business接送 or family trips. The price also became much more affordable compared to the imported version. Nowadays, most XFLs you see on the road are assembled at the Changshu factory in Jiangsu province, using Chery Jaguar Land Rover's aluminum body technology, though core components like the engine still maintain original factory standards. Before buying, you can check for the 'Chery Jaguar' badge on the rear to confirm.

[StCassandra]

I remember last year when I accompanied a friend to a 4S dealership to look at cars, the salesperson particularly emphasized that the XFL is assembled domestically. The salesperson mentioned that all XFLs sold in China are currently produced at Chery Jaguar Land Rover's Changshu factory, including the new model released last year. My friend was initially concerned about the quality of domestically produced vehicles, but the salesperson directly took him to the workshop to see the aluminum body production line, which was indeed quite advanced. It's said that the suspension system has been specifically tuned to adapt to domestic road conditions, but key technologies like the transmission and engine still follow Jaguar's original tuning solutions. It's kind of a half-domestic car, but the luxury feel hasn't been compromised at all.

[VanTalia]

As someone who has worked in the automotive industry for several years, I can confirm with certainty that the XFL is now manufactured in China. Since its localization in 2016, there have been no imported versions. The Chery Jaguar Land Rover facility in Changshu, Jiangsu is quite sizable, with over 300 robots in the welding workshop alone. While many people have reservations upon hearing 'domestically produced,' having personally test-driven the 2023 XFL, I found the Windsor leather seats and Meridian sound system to be on par with imported vehicles. The biggest advantage of domestic production is actually the lower maintenance costs – no more waiting for parts to be shipped overseas.

[McLuna]

Just did some research the other day, and currently, all Jaguar XFL models on sale are domestic versions produced at Chery Jaguar Land Rover's Changshu factory. Earlier imported versions like the 2012 model did exist. A heads-up for friends planning to buy an XFL now: 1. The 10th letter in the VIN indicates the year; 2. The vehicle nameplate bears the 'Chery Jaguar Land Rover' logo; 3. The onboard environmental list specifies the manufacturing plant location. After localization, the price has dropped by over 100,000 yuan, and features like a panoramic sunroof and rear business desk panels—localized designs—have been added. Parallel import channels occasionally have old stock vehicles, but caution is advised when purchasing.

[CalebFitz]

There's a brand new XFL parked in my residential underground garage, and I noticed its rear badge clearly says 'Chery Jaguar.' Owner Lao Wang mentioned he compared the specs with the imported version before buying and found the Changshu factory model has a wheelbase extended by 140mm, allowing ample legroom in the rear seats—enough to cross your legs comfortably. His P300 version is powered by a 2.0T Ingenium engine, which, though British in technology, is actually assembled at an engine plant in Changsha. Lao Wang has been quite satisfied after two years of ownership, his only complaint being the higher repair costs for aluminum body panels after collisions. He recommends potential buyers visit the dealership directly, as current promotions bring the base price under 400,000 RMB—far more affordable than the original imported version.