Jaguar's XF performs like 2015, but still feels like 2008 - CNET
Though the sedan's interior design is classic and understated, Jaguar's use of materials gives the 2015 XF 3. 0 Sport's cabin a luxurious first impression. The XF's leather trimmed interior makes heavy use of glossy black plastic and large swaths of semiglossy silver. Beneath the old luxury look, there's an element of modern drama to entering and starting the XF. Settling into the cushy bucket seat, I noticed that the start button isn't just illuminated, it pulses red not unlike a heartbeat while the car waits... Most obviously are the hollow-feeling black plastic paddle shifters on the steering wheel, which have a bit of an economy car feel. The face of the steering wheel is home to the chrome and rubber thumb controls for the audio system, which look nice enough, but have a mushy, vague feel. In the center of the dashboard is the standard Jaguar infotainment rig, where you'll interact with the navigation system, audio sources and climate controls. This system feels more and more antiquated every time I see it, particularly as the Jaguar brand becomes more and more modern. The system offers a decent and extensive list of audio sources to pump into the XF's 380-watt Meridian audio system --. Source: www.cnet.com
