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Jaguar XJ 4.2 Super Automatic

General information

ModelJaguar XJ 4.2 Super Automatic
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4195 ccm (255.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.3 litres/100 km (19.12 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags8. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4195 ccm (255.98 cubic inches)
Max power406.00 PS (299 kW or 400 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque553.00 Nm (56.4 kgf-m or 407.9 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Compression9.1:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 90.3 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2438 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4730 litres (1,250 gallons)
Cargo space470 litres (124 gallons)
Optional cargo space470 litres (124 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle13 m (507.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1665 kg (3,670.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1848 kg (4,074.1 pounds)
Towing weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Overall length5100 mm (200.8 inches)
Overall width1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall height2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Wheelbase3040 mm (119.7 inches)
Fuel capacity85.0 litres (22.46 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Service interval16,000 km
CO2 emissions249.0 g/km
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