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Ground clearance (also recognized as Ride height) calculates the interval from the lowest point of the car’s undercarriage and the edge of the tires’ contact with the level area. But, the maker of the model might apply a few cheats to the regular program to declare catchy number hinting the valid stretch from the shock absorbers, the engine oil pan or the muffler to the terrain is lesser than detailed in the issued specs.
It is no surprise while reasonable car buyers opt for a heightened ground clearance to exclude hassle when parking near the high edges or on trip through the uneven landscape. The factual ride height of the model differs between 116 to 130 mm depending on the year of creation and trim. Take into account that a heavy- packed car will certainly give up about 1 inch of ground clearance.
Luckily, the model ground clearance can be boosted via spacers for shock absorbers to get the auto remain higher off the ground. While making a higher model, you lose a portion of the original balance and flexibility driving fast. By contrast model ground clearance can be cut down for sharpened handling and stability.
There a number of ways to increase ground clearance. When it comes to lifting or lowering your Jaguar XF you can choose between bigger tires, a leveling kit, coil spring assisters, coilovers, airlift suspension, suspension lifts, etc.
04.2015 – 2019
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 2.0TD AT AWD Prestige | 116 |
| 2.0TD AT AWD Portfolio | 116 |
| 2.0TD AT AWD R-Sport | 116 |
| 2.0TD AT Pure | 116 |
| 2.0T AT Pure | 116 |
| 2.0T AT Prestige | 116 |
| 2.0T AT R-Sport | 116 |
| 2.0T AT AWD R-Sport | 116 |
| 2.0T AT AWD 300 SPORT | 116 |
| 3.0 S/C AT AWD R-Sport | 116 |
| 3.0 S/C AT AWD Prestige | 116 |
| 3.0 S/C AT AWD S | 116 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Jaguar XF. Tip 1 – Get Bigger Tires.
You can raise the ground clearance of your Jaguar XF by upgrading tires to the bigger size. This will earn you extra 0,5-1 inch of clearance.
09.2010 – 03.2016
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 2.0 T AT Portfolio | 130 |
| 2.0 T AT Premium Luxury | 130 |
| 2.0 T AT Luxury | 130 |
| 2.0 T AT Comfort | 130 |
| 2.0 T AT Business Edition | 130 |
| 2.0 T AT R Sport | 130 |
| 3.0 D AT Portfolio | 130 |
| 3.0 D AT Premium Luxury | 130 |
| 3.0 D AT Luxury | 130 |
| 3.0 S/C AT AWD Portfolio | 130 |
| 3.0 S/C AT AWD Premium Luxury | 130 |
| 3.0 S/C AT AWD Luxury | 130 |
| 3.0 S/C AT Portfolio | 130 |
| 3.0 S/C AT Premium Luxury | 130 |
| 5.0 S/C AT XFR | 130 |
| 5.0 S/C AT XFR-S | 130 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Jaguar XF. Tip 2 – Install Leveling Kit.
Leveling kits are designed to level out the uneven stance and increase the ground clearance of your Jaguar XF. In most cases, the slight lift will allow for bigger tires. Please refer to Plus Sizing Guides.
09.2007 – 04.2011
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 3.0 AT Luxury | 130 |
| 3.0 AT Premium Luxury | 130 |
| 4.2 AT Premium Luxury | 130 |
| 4.2 S/C AT SV8 | 130 |
| 5.0 S/C AT XFR | 130 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Jaguar XF. Tip 3 – install Suspension Lift Kit.
Jaguar XF Suspension Lift Kits (only available for trucks and SUVs) provide the proper clearance between the tire and chassis when going off-road. Normally, it increases the ground clearance from 2 to 8 inches.
09.2017 – 2019
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 2.0 TD MT E-PERFORMANCE | 116 |
| 2.0 TD AT E-PERFORMANCE | 116 |
| 2.0 TD AT AWD 20d | 116 |
| 2.0 TD AT 20d | 116 |
| 2.0 TD AT AWD 25d | 116 |
| 2.0T AT 25t | 116 |
| 3.0 TD AT 30d | 116 |
03.2012 – 03.2016
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 2.2 D AT | 130 |
| 3.0 D AT | 130 |
| 3.0 D AT S | 130 |
| 5.0 S/C AT XFR-S | 130 |
How to lower the Ground Clearance on your Jaguar XF.
Option 1 – Install Lowering Springs 
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Option 2 – Install Coilovers
Option 3 – Install Air Suspension Kit
