The problem with the XF is that while it clearly steered away from Jaguar's, let's say classic, designs from the early noughties it did so by becoming a completely mainstream four door saloon. It does look good, but from the outside it doesn't feel any different to a Lexus or an Audi, which a Jag should.

This on the other hand blends modernity with tradition. The proportions are pure classic Jaguar, long overhangs, low roof amongst other. But the detailing is pure 21st century. As such it can't be called retro in my opinion, just tradition put up to date.

And this feels and looks like a proper Jaguar, and like nothing else in the market.