2010 Jaguar XF: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2010 Jaguar XF is a major V8 lineup expansion, led by new 5.0-liter engines and the 510-hp XFR flagship. This is not a full redesign, but it is a significant engine-and-trim update.
About the 2010 Jaguar XF
1st generation XF (X250), second U.S. model year before the later facelift.
Jaguar positioned the XF as a sporting luxury sedan that mixed coupe-like style, a dramatic cabin, and strong rear-wheel-drive performance with the comfort and space of a midsize luxury four-door. Compared with more conservative German rivals, the XF’s appeal was its sense of occasion: the rising rotary shifter, rotating air vents, rich materials, and a more emotional design. For most buyers, it was the Jaguar alternative to the usual executive sedan formula.
The 2010 XF lineup stretches from a comfort-focused 4.2-liter V8 sedan to serious performance models. XF Premium has a 385-hp 5.0-liter V8 and a richer cabin, while XF Supercharged Sports raises output to 470 hp and adds an adaptive suspension. The 510-hp XFR tops the range with stronger brakes, sport seats, hood louvers, and quad exhaust outlets.
What changed, by category
2010 Jaguar XF specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.2 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0L | V8, 5.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0L |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg | 15 mpg | 16 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | 23 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 510 hp | 385 hp | 470 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft | 424 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4079 lb | 4079 lb | 4079 lb | 4079 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 17.7 cu-ft | 17.7 cu-ft | 17.7 cu-ft | 17.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 Jaguar XF significantly different from the 2009 model?
Yes. The 2010 XF receives a substantial engine-and-trim update, with three 5.0-liter V8 power levels, a renamed XF Supercharged Sports model, and the new 510-hp XFR. It remains part of the first-generation XF and is not a full redesign.
Which 2010 Jaguar XF still has the 4.2-liter V8?
The base 2010 XF retains the 4.2-liter V8. The XF Premium, XF Supercharged Sports, and XFR use the newer 5.0-liter V8 in progressively more powerful forms.
What is the difference between the 2010 XF Premium, XF Supercharged Sports, and XFR?
The main difference is performance level. XF Premium has a 385-hp 5.0-liter V8, XF Supercharged Sports has a 470-hp supercharged version with an adaptive suspension, and XFR has a 510-hp supercharged V8 plus stronger brakes and R-specific styling.
Was the 2010 Jaguar XFR new for this model year?
Yes. The XFR joins the lineup for 2010 as the flagship, using a 510-hp supercharged 5.0-liter V8, an adaptive suspension, an active rear differential, upgraded brakes, sport seats, and distinct R styling.
Is the 2010 Jaguar XF quieter inside than the 2009 model?
Yes. Jaguar added sound-deadening material across the 2010 XF lineup to reduce noise inside the cabin.