The Jaguar XJ (the 2011 model  is coming to your Madison dealer in April) was rated among the least ticketed vehicles in a study of 1.7 million vehicles. In fact, the XJ is 89% less likely to get a ticket than average. You might find this surprising given that one of the engines XJ offers is a 400-hp 4.2-liter supercharged V8, a temptation for any driver with a penchant for speed, but the numbers don’t lie.

The study was conducted by Quality Planning, a company that validates policyholder info for auto insurers, based on data gathered between August 2007 and September 2008. Other vehicles that made the ranks were the Chevrolet Suburban, the 2005 Buick Park Avenue, and the Mazda6.

The XJ is Jaguar’s top of the line model, best known for pampering its occupants with traditional British luxury and a smooth ride. The XJ has been called the “most beautiful” by The Detroit News. Indeed, all the upright lines are discarded for a low, sleek roofline, giving the car a more avant-garde silhouette. The interior boasts a modern look with a leather headliner, upgraded leather seats and laser-inlaid wood trim and new custom trim options. And a new dash panel without traditional dials uses a large high-definition screen to display all the usual gauge functions, while also changing colors subtly to indicate performance driving modes with a soft red glow. Sleek design, high-tech performance, and it won’t get you pulled over? Yes, please.

The XJ is also a favorite of Jay Leno and Jay-Z, the latter of who featured the car in his latest music video. But you don’t have to be a late-night or hip-hop star (or named Jay) to enjoy the XJ’s luxury and performance.

While you’re waiting for the 2011 model, check out the featured cars of your Madison dealer, including the 2009 Jaguar XF Premium Luxury, 2008 and 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE, 2006 Jaguar XJ, 2009 Jaguar XK, or any in the collection of Madison used cars. And, with the new year, make sure all your vehicles are up to speed with a Madison oil change. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to help you get on the road today, so stop on by!