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Jaguar S-Type 4.2 V8 Automatic

General information

ModelJaguar S-Type 4.2 V8 Automatic
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.5 litres/100 km (20.45 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags8. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power305.00 PS (224 kW or 301 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque420.00 Nm (42.8 kgf-m or 309.8 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke86.1 x 90.3 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1784 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2095 litres (554 gallons)
Cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Optional cargo space810 litres (214 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Turn circle12 m (488.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1710 kg (3,769.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1710 kg (3,769.9 pounds)
Towing weight1850 kg (4,078.6 pounds)
Overall length4910 mm (193.3 inches)
Overall width2070 mm (81.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2920 mm (115.0 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Service interval16,000 km
CO2 emissions164.0 g/km
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