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Just taken delivery of a new XFR-S. This car is totally awesome - unbelievable performance and handling, great ride (sufficiently firm, but in no way harsh) and looks the part. I've previously driven AMGs and M5. There's no comparison - the XFR-S is by far the best car I've ever had the privilege to own.
It's not on the same level as either the m5 or e63s but it still is pretty rare and a great effort by JLR and will make many drivers smile , but if you want the best of this era it's definitely not the jag you should spend your pennies on.
I drive a 2010 XF Supercharged, and have owned BMW and Mercedes in the past. The Jags definitely have more character and feel more exclusive. I get more of a mass produced feel from the German cars, even the AMG and M cars.
The Jag all day long. The Merc is nice too, but the Jag looks better and performs well, considering that it's somewhat under tuned by the factory. Ounce tuned, these cars are complete animals (Big Game Cats).
+Ivan King the mercedes is better built more technicaly advanced,better materials,better quality interiour,better looking navigation dials etc....it is faster(and can also still be tunned)handles better it s lighter and nimbler but yeah jaguar all the way lol=))))))))))
+Radu Vlad - It's because Merc has the money to race (e.g., Formula 1 etc., Le Mans, etc.) it' able to put that knowledge and technology into their production vehicles, as did Jaguar before it discontinued it's racing programs. Both companies have a very rich racing heritage, and should be regarded as such. I just 'prefer' the styling, elegance, and performance of Jaguar. BTW - Lewis Hamilton put Merc racing back on the map! So,...the driver also makes a difference! ;0) ))))))))
@@dikhotiexe5679 that was clearly the comment of a Jaguar fanboy (seven years ago) turned Tesla fanboy (now). I do think the I-Pace is pretty good though.
thank you for not being biased for the british car and making the right decision, though i hardly believe it was a difficult one! you're a og, steve and we see you.
They both have great performance potential, but I really don't understand XFR-S' styling choice. The merc looks like a strong, handsome man in an Armani suit, while jag looks like a high school basketball player wearing a hat backwards. People who would buy an expensive, 4-door performance car are usually a bit older, and want the car to look tasteful and not too immature or flashy. I guess midlife crisis can explain a little red roadster, but I'm really not sure if there's a reason to lust over a car styled and painted like this jag.
We regard the E63 AMG to have a slightly better suspension setup and engine than the M5. On that basis, we pitched the new Jaguar against what we regard to be the best in class.
although Jaguar is superior in every single way, i don't like this xf. You can chose a smaller spoiler for free but this lambo spoiler shouldn't even be there in the first place.
Good showdown. I especially liked how the sheep at 3:59 weren't scared shitless when the E63 wrestled through that corner. Steve, you may want to reserve your thoughts on which car is the benchmark of supersaloons until you take the BMW M5 out again.
I don't know what it is about the whole Jag range. They looked amazing when they first came out but they all just look a bit dated to me. Yes they are still handsome things but more like when you see a grey haired older gent that you can look at and think "he looks good for his age", only to realise that the guy's actually quite young. Even so don't get me wrong I's still have one but just not if it had to be bought with my own money.
I agree. The way these very high performance luxury cars depreciate is not for the faint hearted unless of course, like me, you're prepared to wait a couple years then pick up the same car for a fraction of it's original price.
I've driven the previous E55 AMG W211 and it was a great car. It's from 13 years ago and you'd think it wouldn't feel as fast now but you'd be sorely mistaken. It was sooo fast. Faster then I expected. When the M157 cars drop in value, that will be an incredible amount of car for the money. With the 4Matic one, launching especially that car shits on everything. It outruns some R35's! For a sedan it's just a different level of fast. You have to drive one!
Hey guys, just curious was this E63 the rear wheel drive version or the all wheel drive? All we get in the states is the all wheel drive which is a bit disappointing.
I agree, the new face of the e63 looks good but not as sharp as the old one. Someone on my street has the outgoing e63 amg and my god it's a sleeper but looks classy still.
I wasn't trolling at all, but since you are such a fan of facts, here's a couple for you. 1. The torque split is 33/67 rear biased with the ability to send up to 70% to the front wheels 2. All E63 AMG's in the UK are RWD and not AWD (unfortunately)
Can you remove the spoiler on the Jag? It's looks so...childish. Luxury super-saloons are supposed to be understated, not loud (metaphorically, not the exhaust note) and tasteless like a ricer.
It is so hard to choose between these 2 cars bcuz they are both amazing cars. If i could afford the both of them i would buy the both of them but unfortunately i cannot even afford one of them
Every gets all worked up about the boy racer wing, but it's an *option*. In my opinion, the E63, M5, XFR-S are all insanely fast and more than most can handle. Those opting for the Jag will most likely do so to not have the same car that abunch of other people in their town will have.
E63 is my favorite however I think the looks Mercedes is going for lately are a bit off... the cars just don't look finished properly. The new S-Class however, now it's nice.
People who want the m5 in the video have completely missed the point these are muscle super saloons however the m5 is different as its more a sports car super saloon
I would have to say in terms of performance and the sound it makes I would have to give it to the merc but however when it comes down to how they look the jag just looks so much nicer
Can't really understand the Jag. Surely the normal XFR ought to be competing with the M5 and E63? When they're making this much noise about the improved version and it's not as good as the standard E63 then it just looks a bit complacent and highlights that the standard XFR has fallen off the pace. Have to say though, in grey and with the little rear spoiler, it is the best looking in class.
I do love both cars but I honestly think the Jag makes a better noise, I've stood behind an XFR-S when it was revved and quite frankly it's beautiful. The Jag isn't necessarily that expensive compared to others, when you consider the options list of cars such as the Audi RS6.
Good Review Thanks. I´m not really a Merc fan tbh, but the fact that the AMG is both cheaper, lighter and apparently also sounds and rides better makes it a clear winner in this match. Design wise I do not understand why Jaguar have chosen this blue color - it is rather hideous on the XFR-S - It might work well on other cars that need a sporty stand out code, but the XFR-S is a too exclusive car to carry that color IMO. White would have been an option, perhaps a Semi Matte Black or Gunbolt Grey.
btw XFR was competing with the M5 and E63 years ago, but unlike BMW and E63, jag didnt speed much time on the XF. So it kinda sucks if use XFR comparing to m5 and E63..
Why everyone is against Steve. I think he is a great driver and the most important thing is that he love cars and wont to comunicate his passion. If you critic him try to make a better revew than hin, i don't think you can
Steve has been accused of nationalism and dishonesty - he was said to praise the F type just because it's English. This video disproves that, Steve knows his stuff and is a good honest journalist. Sure he obviously loves jag as a brand but he didnt try to make this one look better than it is.
Jaguar XFR-S seems to be a car for the former Supra-kid now grown up 40-ish man that still likes tasteless spoilers. Too bad, the regular XFR is beautiful in black.
BMW have just facelifted the F10 5-series. Have they forgotten about the class-leading M5?! But in this test the Mercedes is definitely a clear winner, great car.
personally if it was my money if it was new Jag to new Mercedes. I 'd go Jaguar for the simple reason of rear wheel drive. this would be a summer "fun classy car" but with all wheel drive in the AMG they put in all wheel drive which kills all the fun :(. Yes I respect and like the Nismo GT-R but nothing like drifting a car :)
Merc seem to have upped their game a lot lately. It's just a shame you need to spend SO much money to get even a good one (apart from maybe the A45). Everything they make below about £65k-£70k is awful.
The spoiler looks horrendous. Like someone said "quick we need a 3rd taillight to meet safety regulations" and someone's brilliant fix was to put that god awful spoiler on there.
guys...from a fair point of view. i live in US...I like both cars.. but the fact the chance u see a E series, very normal. but jag? well u might never see it for a day. I'll sure take the E63 between these two but if for those lower level models like E350 and XF3.0. E550 and XFR or XF supercharge? I'll 100% take the jag because it is just pretty awesome, considering the amount of it in US and how they r doing after they suffer the worst time for the company, I'll say! GO ON JAG whos with me?
Yeah except the E class looks like a rectangle were as the Jaguar looks beautiful.
Yes..because one can only see tail lights of E class from Jaguar.
Caspian Troy
well played...
Indeed well played Caspian Troy hahah
Really right.
Caspian Troy Hey, I see what you did there!
I've got to Say the way he handles that XF-RS is perfect. Epic driving.
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The Jag rules all of its class.
Jag all day long for me..
Just taken delivery of a new XFR-S. This car is totally awesome - unbelievable performance and handling, great ride (sufficiently firm, but in no way harsh) and looks the part. I've previously driven AMGs and M5. There's no comparison - the XFR-S is by far the best car I've ever had the privilege to own.
+Marc Bulstrode you obviously don t have this car..because it s worse than both m5 and e63
Radu Vlad and how would you know? Have you OWNED the e63 and the m5?
If not, stfu
It's not on the same level as either the m5 or e63s but it still is pretty rare and a great effort by JLR and will make many drivers smile , but if you want the best of this era it's definitely not the jag you should spend your pennies on.
I worked out today what AMG stands for...A.Mental.German!!And thats why i love em cos they are just insane cars.
If you got the jag your not likely to bump into another where the merc every sales executive or drug dealer has one
PTE 2509 - That's why I like the jags
Well, if you watched the video, you would know there are only one hundred XFR-Ss available (in that country).
Real astute observation there.
I drive a 2010 XF Supercharged, and have owned BMW and Mercedes in the past. The Jags definitely have more character and feel more exclusive. I get more of a mass produced feel from the German cars, even the AMG and M cars.
Certain markets have a 4Matic system; but that option is denied to the UK market
Jag looks great, but Mercedes sounds great :)
Between these two I prefer... BMW M5 :D
Well played SIR
I would have the M5 E60..:)
Me too;)
n8neiTen8n Cue the Homer Simpsons "drool".
E63 all the way
The Jag all day long. The Merc is nice too, but the Jag looks better and performs well, considering that it's somewhat under tuned by the factory. Ounce tuned, these cars are complete animals (Big Game Cats).
+Ivan King the mercedes is better built more technicaly advanced,better materials,better quality interiour,better looking navigation dials etc....it is faster(and can also still be tunned)handles better it s lighter and nimbler but yeah jaguar all the way lol=))))))))))
+Radu Vlad - It's because Merc has the money to race (e.g., Formula 1 etc., Le Mans, etc.) it' able to put that knowledge and technology into their production vehicles, as did Jaguar before it discontinued it's racing programs. Both companies have a very rich racing heritage, and should be regarded as such. I just 'prefer' the styling, elegance, and performance of Jaguar. BTW - Lewis Hamilton put Merc racing back on the map! So,...the driver also makes a difference! ;0) ))))))))
Now give me a Project 8 against the German box !!! 😂
XF won by far
+FanaticGuide's Video Game LP's and more... yes it is easily way worse than the mercedes..it did win at that
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Not according to the test drive and to the pilot driver on the video 🤔
@@dikhotiexe5679 that was clearly the comment of a Jaguar fanboy (seven years ago) turned Tesla fanboy (now). I do think the I-Pace is pretty good though.
@@FanaticGuide fair play to own up to it 7 years later lol
thank you for not being biased for the british car and making the right decision, though i hardly believe it was a difficult one! you're a og, steve and we see you.
Both two amazing cars i think.
They both have great performance potential, but I really don't understand XFR-S' styling choice. The merc looks like a strong, handsome man in an Armani suit, while jag looks like a high school basketball player wearing a hat backwards. People who would buy an expensive, 4-door performance car are usually a bit older, and want the car to look tasteful and not too immature or flashy. I guess midlife crisis can explain a little red roadster, but I'm really not sure if there's a reason to lust over a car styled and painted like this jag.
XFR looks better without that ridiculous wing
We regard the E63 AMG to have a slightly better suspension setup and engine than the M5. On that basis, we pitched the new Jaguar against what we regard to be the best in class.
although Jaguar is superior in every single way, i don't like this xf. You can chose a smaller spoiler for free but this lambo spoiler shouldn't even be there in the first place.
IDK i saw too many Goats but i gotta tell ya you have the best Car reviewers in UK .
Good showdown. I especially liked how the sheep at 3:59 weren't scared shitless when the E63 wrestled through that corner. Steve, you may want to reserve your thoughts on which car is the benchmark of supersaloons until you take the BMW M5 out again.
Benz really steped up with there new car line up
Sheep screamed louder than the Jag
With the M5 this would have been much better video but thank you any way for all the excellent videos.
I don't know what it is about the whole Jag range. They looked amazing when they first came out but they all just look a bit dated to me. Yes they are still handsome things but more like when you see a grey haired older gent that you can look at and think "he looks good for his age", only to realise that the guy's actually quite young. Even so don't get me wrong I's still have one but just not if it had to be bought with my own money.
As an alternative, the XF-R is good value on the second hand market.
I agree. The way these very high performance luxury cars depreciate is not for the faint hearted unless of course, like me, you're prepared to wait a couple years then pick up the same car for a fraction of it's original price.
Mercedes over Jag any day. Jags are overpriced and not even worth it because of their lackluster specs.
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The problem with Merc is it looks like a car my grandad drives. Not style whatsoever.
4:01 Mind that sheep !!
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I've driven the previous E55 AMG W211 and it was a great car. It's from 13 years ago and you'd think it wouldn't feel as fast now but you'd be sorely mistaken. It was sooo fast. Faster then I expected. When the M157 cars drop in value, that will be an incredible amount of car for the money. With the 4Matic one, launching especially that car shits on everything. It outruns some R35's! For a sedan it's just a different level of fast. You have to drive one!
Autocar themselves gave it a good review especially for it's on the limit handling.
Hey guys, just curious was this E63 the rear wheel drive version or the all wheel drive? All we get in the states is the all wheel drive which is a bit disappointing.
You guys are really cool, awesome!
I agree, the new face of the e63 looks good but not as sharp as the old one. Someone on my street has the outgoing e63 amg and my god it's a sleeper but looks classy still.
I wasn't trolling at all, but since you are such a fan of facts, here's a couple for you.
1. The torque split is 33/67 rear biased with the ability to send up to 70% to the front wheels
2. All E63 AMG's in the UK are RWD and not AWD (unfortunately)
Can you remove the spoiler on the Jag? It's looks so...childish. Luxury super-saloons are supposed to be understated, not loud (metaphorically, not the exhaust note) and tasteless like a ricer.
Yes. It's a no cost option.
Fishfingers232 who said a super saloon can't be as ridiculous as a lamborghini? who ever said they all have to be q cars?
Fishfingers232 As said, you can remove it. But, if you want a luxury super-saloon, the "standard" XF-R is what you're after.
Have you seen the C63 AMG Black Series?
Just don't buy this S version then.
Totally agree. The wing makes it look to boy racer-ish, it sorta cheapens the look.
Not many reviewers compare it anymore. It has been said to be a quite a bit boaty and a stray in the wrong direction for an M car
I love the XFR, but the facelifted twin turbo E63 is the NUTS. AWESOME.
May be more powerful than a jag but looks ancient
It is so hard to choose between these 2 cars bcuz they are both amazing cars. If i could afford the both of them i would buy the both of them but unfortunately i cannot even afford one of them
Every gets all worked up about the boy racer wing, but it's an *option*. In my opinion, the E63, M5, XFR-S are all insanely fast and more than most can handle. Those opting for the Jag will most likely do so to not have the same car that abunch of other people in their town will have.
That AMG V8 sounds savage!
Looks better too! Really liking the recent Mercedes styling.
Jag with a Spires exhaust wipes the floor with the Lady Diana killer.
Seriously dood, stop trolling. We all love CH, but Steve is awesome, as are many auto journalists. Have some respect. Damn I hate trolls
Will be comparison with new 2013 m5?
E63 is my favorite however I think the looks Mercedes is going for lately are a bit off... the cars just don't look finished properly. The new S-Class however, now it's nice.
M5 Competition Pack, let the battle commence
loved the jaguar more
I'll take one of each!
my thoughts exactly....at first glance the side read end is very commodore like
It's more even this way. Look at the specs when they show them side by side. They make equal horsepower and similar torque.
Great video, based on appearance alone, I'd still have the Jag. I'm sure the AMG is an incredible car though.
People who want the m5 in the video have completely missed the point these are muscle super saloons however the m5 is different as its more a sports car super saloon
I would have to say in terms of performance and the sound it makes I would have to give it to the merc but however when it comes down to how they look the jag just looks so much nicer
Can't really understand the Jag. Surely the normal XFR ought to be competing with the M5 and E63? When they're making this much noise about the improved version and it's not as good as the standard E63 then it just looks a bit complacent and highlights that the standard XFR has fallen off the pace. Have to say though, in grey and with the little rear spoiler, it is the best looking in class.
The E-Class is also available with 4WD. You have to compare this car with the RS6, not the RW-drive version
I do love both cars but I honestly think the Jag makes a better noise, I've stood behind an XFR-S when it was revved and quite frankly it's beautiful. The Jag isn't necessarily that expensive compared to others, when you consider the options list of cars such as the Audi RS6.
Is the E63 S coming to the UK?
Doesn't the newest iteration of the E63 have a rear bias 4WD system now?
Next round, E63 vs M5.... Autocar, get cracking!
Good Review Thanks. I´m not really a Merc fan tbh, but the fact that the AMG is both cheaper, lighter and apparently also sounds and rides better makes it a clear winner in this match. Design wise I do not understand why Jaguar have chosen this blue color - it is rather hideous on the XFR-S - It might work well on other cars that need a sporty stand out code, but the XFR-S is a too exclusive car to carry that color IMO. White would have been an option, perhaps a Semi Matte Black or Gunbolt Grey.
The Merc looks 50 yrs old compared to the Jag.
Spoiler is nice, but then again I am from Australia where all out Falcon and Commodore's have factory spoilers.
4:51 Dem Typen geht einer ab, kein Wunder bei so nem Auto, hab auch so einen aber als S-Modell und ich kann es nachfühlen!
btw XFR was competing with the M5 and E63 years ago, but unlike BMW and E63, jag didnt speed much time on the XF.
So it kinda sucks if use XFR comparing to m5 and E63..
Your probably the first car show that put E63AMG as a benchmark and not the M5, Ok, maybe not first, but second.
"there are all sorts of toys to play with down here" - that's what she said
Why everyone is against Steve. I think he is a great driver and the most important thing is that he love cars and wont to comunicate his passion. If you critic him try to make a better revew than hin, i don't think you can
The best exhaust note for the Jag is @3:22
Jag better watch out for the new CTS-V coming soon. Rumor has it, it's being force-fed a LS7 engine.
Looks like a lot of body roll! Price of luxury...
Um no? But you can go ahead and think that. I've had enough debates about this on UA-cam, don't need to have another one.
The new e-class is a beauty! Perfect car.
Sheep=Zero fucks given
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Autocar please do a review of the new cls63 amg-s 4matic!
what about audi rs6 vs merc e63 vs m5 vs xfrs (eventhough the audi rs6 is only avialble as a avant)
Steve has been accused of nationalism and dishonesty - he was said to praise the F type just because it's English. This video disproves that, Steve knows his stuff and is a good honest journalist. Sure he obviously loves jag as a brand but he didnt try to make this one look better than it is.
Jaguar XFR-S seems to be a car for the former Supra-kid now grown up 40-ish man that still likes tasteless spoilers. Too bad, the regular XFR is beautiful in black.
I would have the Jag!
Jag all day long for me...And you will be in an exclusive club whereas the BM and Mercs are just too common !!
E63 with the power pack!!😍
Check out the E63 tuned by Weistec on the Drive channel it's in another league.
great review i like this guy
Tesla S is competing with these two. Its only negative side for reporter ears is having even less noise.
I think Steve does a good job !!!!
BMW have just facelifted the F10 5-series. Have they forgotten about the class-leading M5?! But in this test the Mercedes is definitely a clear winner, great car.
personally if it was my money if it was new Jag to new Mercedes. I 'd go Jaguar for the simple reason of rear wheel drive. this would be a summer "fun classy car" but with all wheel drive in the AMG they put in all wheel drive which kills all the fun :(. Yes I respect and like the Nismo GT-R but nothing like drifting a car :)
Amg is also rear wheel drive
In America the Amg is all wheel drive
Merc seem to have upped their game a lot lately. It's just a shame you need to spend SO much money to get even a good one (apart from maybe the A45). Everything they make below about £65k-£70k is awful.
The spoiler looks horrendous. Like someone said "quick we need a 3rd taillight to meet safety regulations" and someone's brilliant fix was to put that god awful spoiler on there.
New AMGs are ridiculously good... can go, stop and turn with the best of em
Between these two, it would be the E63 hands down. But throw in the M5 then its ///M all the way.
i thought you would say jaguar is better but you didnt.
i have to say this is a good video actually...well done
sorry for the last comment
Seems like Jag is a bit behind of competition still. Not as far behind as it was though.
you press the amg button and everything goes bonkers. ahah!
whats wrong with the m5?
guys...from a fair point of view. i live in US...I like both cars..
but the fact the chance u see a E series, very normal. but jag? well u might never see it for a day.
I'll sure take the E63 between these two but if for those lower level models like E350 and XF3.0. E550 and XFR or XF supercharge? I'll 100% take the jag because it is just
pretty awesome, considering the amount of it in US and how they r doing after they suffer the worst time for the company, I'll say! GO ON JAG whos with me?
Well said Steve ''GAME OVER'' AMG all the way!!! Where's the S version review??
How about e63 vs m5 please and thank you!
those spoilers are optional on the XKR-S
German cars are the Best
Twats drive mercs, gentlemen drive jags ;-)
Yea we own one
But do twats drive CLK GTRs?
Agree with that.
anyone who doesnt tick the spoiler delete option on the jag is crazy
Jaguar is better but M5 beats both. ///M Power