It is like everything else in the world. Each to their own. I like nothing about a regular XF. Nothing. I read your post. I wouldn't have owned one if it didn't have an AMG under the hood. And my favorite letters, SRT. I LIKE the wing, and love the wheels....I think my interior is more comfortable, and surpasses plain old out dated leather. I have ran auto's since JEGS started selling B&M Turbohydramatics back in the 70's.... I will run with anyone in the twisties...Each to their own... I like the SRT vs the standard Roadster to answer the poster's question. But you have to make the decision, it is your $$$$$$$....we only have opinions...