Jaguar's latest model, the XF, was named last week as What Diesel magazine 'Diesel Car of the Year 2008'. The luxury sport saloon claimed the top prize after clinching the award for top performing diesel in the 'Best Executive Car' category.

The Jaguar XF was voted Diesel Car of the Year 2008 by What Diesel magazine.

This is the tenth international award the model has received since its Frankfurt debut and, with 200 cars sold to-date in Ireland, it is clear that the XF has captured the imagination of the motoring fraternity and public alike.

The 2.7-litre diesel, which is available from €69,950 excluding delivery charges, was selected from over 100 new models by a panel of ten motor industry experts including Sue Baker, Russell Bray and Lisa Curtiss. Praised for its 'masterful blend of beautiful styling, quality, practicality, luxury and excellent ride and handling' the XF claimed victory ahead of other category winners including, the Fiat 500, Ford Mondeo, Audi A5 and Volkswagen Eos.

The XF was not the only Jaguar model singled out for recognition. The 2.7-litre V6 Diesel XJ won high praise from the panel to be named the Best Used Executive Car.

Complimented for its lightweight aluminium construction, commanding drive, excellent combined fuel economy and sumptuous interior, the What Diesel jurors were left in no doubt that the XJ remains one of the best executive saloons on the market today – new or used.

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