Jaguar XJ Trims: XJ, XJL, XJR & More

Last updated August 4, 2026

Jaguar XJ

The Jaguar XJ range starts with the driver-focused XJ, XJ8, and sport-styled XJ R-Sport, while the XJ8 L adds extra rear room. XJ den Plas, XJL, and XJL Portfolio shift the emphasis toward richer materials and passenger comfort. The XJ Collection and XJ50 models are commemorative versions with unique trim. Super V8, Supercharged, Supersport, and XJR models form the V8 performance branch, including long-wheelbase versions. The Super V8 Portfolio and XJR575 sit at the performance-focused end of their respective eras, while the limited-production rear-luxury XJL centers on individual chairs and business-class amenities.

What each trim is known for

Jaguar XJ Entry-level

Entry-level

XJXJ R-SportXJ8XJ8 L

The Entry-level trim level—XJ, XJ R-Sport, XJ8, and XJ8 L—is the driver-focused starting point, combining core flagship comfort with a lighter, more athletic character than a traditional large luxury sedan.

Best for: Drivers who want the XJ’s style and comfort without making rear-seat luxury or maximum V8 performance the main priority.

Highlights

  • Driver-focused XJ character, with the XJ8 L adding a stretched body and more rear room
  • Heated seating and parking assistance across older versions
  • Panoramic roof and modern digital displays on later XJ and R-Sport models
  • Black-mesh exterior details that give the R-Sport a more athletic look
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Jaguar XJ Luxury Features

Luxury Features

XJ den PlasXJLXJL Portfolio

The Luxury Features trim level—XJ den Plas, XJL, and XJL Portfolio—is the comfort-focused branch, known for long-wheelbase space, richer cabin materials, and more attention to passengers.

Best for: Buyers who prioritize a plush cabin, generous rear room, and relaxed long-distance comfort.

Highlights

  • Long-wheelbase body with extra rear-seat space
  • Richer leather-and-wood cabin treatment
  • Heating and cooling for front and rear seats on XJL-era versions
  • Expanded climate control and massaging front seats on later XJL models

Adds a stronger rear-passenger focus over the Entry-level group, including longer bodies, richer materials, and more extensive seat and climate comforts.

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Jaguar XJ Special Editions

Special Editions

XJ CollectionXJ50 V6XJ50 V8

The Special Editions trim level—XJ Collection, XJ50 V6, and XJ50 V8—marks the XJ’s anniversary and final production run with distinctive exterior and cabin details rather than a new basic mission.

Best for: Shoppers who want a late-run XJ with commemorative styling, unusual trim, and added collectibility.

Highlights

  • Edition-specific bumpers, grille details, veneers, badges, and dashboard markings
  • Panoramic glass roof and touchscreen navigation
  • Heated and cooled leather seats
  • Surround-view camera, with a broader driver-assistance package on the Collection

Adds anniversary or final-run identity over the Luxury Features group, with unique styling and cabin finishes; V6 and V8 versions give these editions different performance characters.

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Jaguar XJ Performance

Performance

XJ Super V8XJ SuperchargedXJ SupersportXJL SuperchargedXJL SupersportXJRXJR LWB

The Performance trim level—XJ Super V8, XJ Supercharged, XJ Supersport, XJL Supercharged, XJL Supersport, XJR, and XJR LWB—is the supercharged-V8 branch, blending stronger response and sharper chassis tuning with full-size luxury.

Best for: Drivers who want serious V8 pace but still need the comfort and space of an XJ, including long-wheelbase choices.

Highlights

  • Supercharged V8 power, with output and tuning varying by model and era
  • Retuned or sport-adaptive suspension on the more driver-focused versions
  • Standard- and long-wheelbase models for different driver and passenger priorities
  • Luxury seating, massage, and rear entertainment on the more comfort-focused Supersport and long-wheelbase versions

Shifts the emphasis from commemorative trim to sustained performance, adding supercharged V8 power and more purposeful differential and suspension hardware.

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Jaguar XJ Top Performance

Top Performance

XJ Super V8 PortfolioXJR575

The Top Performance trim level—XJ Super V8 Portfolio and XJR575—represents the flagship performance XJ of each era, with the older Portfolio emphasizing lavish luxury and the later XJR575 emphasizing sharper driver engagement.

Best for: Buyers seeking a rare, high-performance XJ that combines supercharged-V8 power with either richer luxury or a more focused sporting feel.

Highlights

  • Supercharged V8 power in both member models
  • Rich cabin trim and rear entertainment in the Super V8 Portfolio
  • R-specific suspension and an active exhaust in the XJR575
  • Sport seats and carbon-fiber cabin trim in the XJR575

Builds on the Performance group with more specialized equipment: lavish flagship treatment in the Super V8 Portfolio or stronger chassis, exhaust, and sport-seat focus in the XJR575.

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Jaguar XJ Ultimate Luxury

Ultimate Luxury

XJL Ultimate

This limited-production XJL trim is the rear-cabin centerpiece, replacing the usual bench with individual reclining chairs, a full center console, and work-and-refreshment amenities.

Best for: Someone who expects to spend substantial time in the rear and values privacy, comfort, and a business-class layout over a conventional sedan cabin.

Highlights

  • Individual reclining rear chairs with massage, lumbar adjustment, heating, and cooling
  • Full rear center console with a powered work table
  • Integrated rear beverage chiller
  • Dedicated rear entertainment and comfort-focused rear suspension tuning

Changes the priority from the Top Performance group’s driver focus to rear-passenger luxury, adding individual rear chairs, a full console, a powered table, a chiller, and softer rear suspension tuning.

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Trim comparison

FeatureEntry-levelPerformanceLuxury FeaturesTop PerformanceUltimate LuxurySpecial Editions
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XJ, XJ R-Sport, XJ8, XJ8 L1 in stock
XJ Super V8, XJ Supercharged, XJ Supersport, XJL Supercharged, XJL Supersport, XJR, XJR LWB3 in stock
XJ den Plas, XJL, XJL Portfolio8 in stock
XJ Super V8 Portfolio, XJR5750 in stock
XJL Ultimate0 in stock
XJ Collection, XJ50 V6, XJ50 V80 in stock
Main identityDriver-focused core XJV8 luxury-performance branchPassenger-comfort XJFocused or exclusive performance modelRear-cabin luxury modelAnniversary and final-run models
Engine characterLater V6; older XJ8 models use V8 powerSupercharged V8Later Portfolio V6; older members use V8 powerSupercharged V8Supersport supercharged V8Supercharged V6 or V8
Rear-seat approachCore cabin; XJ8 L adds rear roomStandard and long-wheelbase versionsLong-wheelbase and passenger-focusedVaries from rear luxury to driver focusIndividual rear chairs and full consoleLuxury seating with edition details
Seat comfortHeated; cooling on later R-Sport modelsHeating, cooling, and massage vary by memberHeating, cooling, and massage on XJL-era modelsLuxury seats or XJR575 sport seatsReclining, massaging, heated and cooled rear chairsHeated and cooled leather seats
Chassis emphasisComfort with agile XJ characterRetuned or sport-adaptive setupsComfort-orientedR-specific tuning on XJR575Rear suspension tuned for comfortRetuned suspension on V8 XJ50
Defining cabin detailCore leather luxuryLuxury cabin with performance hardwareRicher leather, wood, and climate coveragePortfolio luxury or carbon-fiber sport trimWork table and beverage chillerUnique veneers, badges, and markings

Frequently asked questions

What does R-Sport mean on a Jaguar XJ?

On 2016–2019 cars, R-Sport is the sport-styled entry XJ. It combines the standard-length body and 340-hp supercharged V6 with darker exterior details, while retaining luxury equipment such as a panoramic roof and heated and cooled seats.

What does the L in XJL mean?

The L identifies the long-wheelbase XJ, meaning the body is stretched to create more back-seat space. XJL trims also tend to place greater emphasis on rear-passenger comfort, but the L alone does not identify the engine or performance level.

What’s the difference between the XJ R-Sport and XJL Portfolio?

In later X351 years, both use the 340-hp supercharged V6, but their priorities differ. R-Sport has the standard-length body and sportier exterior details. XJL Portfolio is stretched for more rear room and adds a richer comfort setup with four-zone climate control and massaging front seats.

What does the XJ Supercharged add over the XJ R-Sport?

On later X351 models, XJ Supercharged adds a 470-hp supercharged V8 in place of R-Sport’s 340-hp V6. It also has firmer suspension tuning and a rear differential that manages power between the rear wheels, giving it stronger performance without becoming as aggressive as an XJR.

How is the XJL Portfolio different from the XJL Supercharged?

In later years, both are stretched, comfort-focused XJs with heated and cooled seats, four-zone climate control and massaging front seats. XJL Portfolio uses the 340-hp supercharged V6. XJL Supercharged steps up to a 470-hp V8 and adds performance-focused suspension and power-management hardware.

What’s the difference between XJ Supercharged and XJL Supercharged?

Where both appear in the X351 lineup, they share a 470-hp supercharged V8 and similar performance hardware. XJ Supercharged has the standard-length body and a more driver-centered feel. XJL Supercharged is stretched for greater rear room and has a more passenger-focused cabin.

What’s the difference between the XJR and XJR575?

The XJR is the earlier 550-hp performance model, while the later XJR575 raises output to 575 hp. The XJR575 also adds its own suspension tuning, a louder active exhaust, sport seats, carbon-fiber cabin trim and distinct exterior details.

How is the XJR LWB different from the regular XJR?

The XJR LWB combines the regular XJR’s 550-hp V8 and sport-tuned hardware with the stretched body used by XJL models. It keeps the XJR’s performance character but gives rear passengers more legroom than the standard-length XJR.

What’s the difference between the XJ50 V6 and XJ50 V8?

Both are 2019 anniversary editions with the same XJ50-specific exterior and cabin details. The V6 has a 340-hp supercharged engine. The V8 has 470 hp and adds firmer suspension tuning plus a rear differential that manages power between the rear wheels.

How is the XJ50 different from the XJ Collection?

The XJ50 celebrates the model’s 50th anniversary and comes in 340-hp V6 or 470-hp V8 form. The XJ Collection is a U.S.-only final edition limited to 300 cars, all with the 470-hp V8, unique wood trim, added driver-assistance equipment, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

What’s the difference between the XJ Supersport and XJR?

The Supersport is the earlier 510-hp luxury-performance XJ. The XJR replaced it as the performance-focused model for 2014, raising output to 550 hp and adding a more aggressive suspension setup and darker exterior treatment.

Is the older XJ Super V8 the same as an XJ Supercharged?

No. In the 2009 range, Super V8 is a stretched, older-generation XJ with a 400-hp supercharged V8 and a strong rear-luxury focus. In the later X351 generation, XJ Supercharged generally means the standard-length 470-hp model; its stretched counterpart is XJL Supercharged.

Which Jaguar XJ trim should I look for if rear-seat comfort matters most?

Start with an XJL. In later years, XJL Portfolio offers generous rear room and a comfort-focused V6 cabin. Older XJL Supersport models add reclining and massaging rear seats, footrests, tables and rear entertainment screens.

Which Jaguar XJ trims have a 360-degree camera or parking system?

On late-run models, the XJ50 has a 360-degree surround camera, while the XJ Collection combines a surround camera with a 360-degree parking aid. The XJR575 also includes a 360-degree parking aid with automated parking assistance.

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