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Jaguar XJ 8

General information

ModelJaguar XJ 8
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3981 ccm (242.92 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3981 ccm (242.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power294.00 PS (216 kW or 290 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque524.77 Nm (53.5 kgf-m or 387.1 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke86.1 x 86.1 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed241.0 km/h (149.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.3 seconds
0-60 miles6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1642 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5160 litres (1,363 gallons)
Cargo space470 litres (124 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1790 kg (3,946.3 pounds)
Overall length5030 mm (198.0 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2920 mm (115.0 inches)
Fuel capacity87.0 litres (22.99 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD55050
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