Compare the2019 BMW 4 Series Gran CoupeVS 2018 Jaguar XF

Both the 4 Series Gran Coupe and the XF have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, available all wheel drive, crash mitigating brakes, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems and around view monitors.

The 4 Series Gran Coupe’s corrosion warranty is 6 years longer than the XF’s (12 vs. 6 years).

There are over 2 times as many BMW dealers as there are Jaguar dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the 4 Series Gran Coupe’s warranty.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the 4 Series Gran Coupe first among compact premium cars in their 2017 Initial Quality Study. The XF isn’t in the top three in its category.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2017 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that BMW vehicles are better in initial quality than Jaguar vehicles. J.D. Power ranks BMW 6th in initial quality, above the industry average. With 60 more problems per 100 vehicles, Jaguar is ranked 31st, below the industry average.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2018 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that BMW vehicles are more reliable than Jaguar vehicles. J.D. Power ranks BMW 8th in reliability, above the industry average. With 32 more problems per 100 vehicles, Jaguar is ranked 20th.

On the EPA test cycle the 4 Series Gran Coupe gets better fuel mileage than the XF:

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe higher (3 to 7 out of 10) than the Jaguar XF (1 to 7). This means the 4 Series Gran Coupe produces up to 47 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the XF every 15,000 miles.

The 4 Series Gran Coupe stops much shorter than the XF:

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the 4 Series Gran Coupe can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The XF doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

The 430i Gran Coupe handles at .89 G’s, while the XF R-Sport Sedan pulls only .86 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

For better maneuverability, the 4 Series Gran Coupe’s turning circle is 1 foot tighter than the XF’s (37.1 feet vs. 38.1 feet).

The 4 Series Gran Coupe is 1 foot shorter than the XF Sedan, making the 4 Series Gran Coupe easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

As tested by Car and Driver, the interior of the 430i Gran Coupe xDrive is quieter than the XF R-Sport Sedan:

The 4 Series Gran Coupe has 2.4 inches more front headroom and .7 inches more front legroom than the XF Sedan.

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that BMW service is better than Jaguar. J.D. Power ranks BMW 8th in service department satisfaction (above the industry average). With a 16% lower rating, Jaguar is ranked 15th.

The 4 Series Gran Coupe has a standard locking fuel door with a remote release located convenient to the driver. A locking fuel door helps prevent vandalism, such as sugar in the tank and fuel theft. The XF doesn’t offer a locking fuel door.

The BMW 4 Series comes in coupe, convertible and four door hatchback bodystyles; the Jaguar XF isn’t available as a coupe or convertible.

Insurance will cost less for the 4 Series Gran Coupe owner. The Complete Car Cost Guide estimates that insurance for the 4 Series Gran Coupe will cost $3860 less than the XF over a five-year period.

The 4 Series Gran Coupe will cost the buyer less in the long run because of its superior resale value. The IntelliChoice estimates that the 4 Series Gran Coupe will retain 44.99% to 47.5% of its original price after five years, while the XF only retains 36.71% to 37.32%.

IntelliChoice estimates that five-year ownership costs (depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel, fees, repairs and maintenance) for the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe will be $15110 to $19596 less than for the Jaguar XF.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the 4 Series Gran Coupe third among compact premium cars in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The XF isn’t in the top three.

The 4 Series was chosen as one of Car and Driver’s “Top Ten” in 2014. The XF hasn’t been picked since 2009.

The 4 Series was chosen as one of Automobile Magazine’s “All Stars” in 2014. The XF hasn’t been picked since 2010.

The BMW 4 Series outsold the Jaguar XF by almost 9 to one during 2017.