The Best Cars for 2011

Jaguar XJ
Gorgeous styling both inside and out have made the new Jaguar XJ one of the most eye-catching vehicles to debut this year. The exterior, with its bold grille and elegant rear-quarter panels, revives Jaguar's long tradition of producing unique designs that stand out on the road and are almost instant classics. The XJ's interior is luxurious and reinforced by levels of craftsmanship and attention to detail that are hard to match. The car's long wheelbase, rear-wheel-drive layout and five-liter V8 engine with 385 horsepower should ensure a comfortable ride under all sorts of conditions. Starting price is $72,700.

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