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Jaguar XJ 8

General information

ModelJaguar XJ 8
Year2001
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4200 ccm (256.28 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4200 ccm (256.28 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power203.80 PS (150 kW or 201 HP) at 6150 Rev. per min.
Max torque379.68 Nm (38.7 kgf-m or 280.1 ft.lbs)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1192 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5160 litres (1,363 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1710 kg (3,769.9 pounds)
Overall length5030 mm (198.0 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Wheelbase2880 mm (113.4 inches)
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