Segment: Medium Premium
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Jaguar introduced the S-Type R in 2002 as a direct competitor for the BMW M5 and the Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG and upgraded it in 2004 for the 2005 model-year.
Jaguar introduced the S-Type range in 1999 and, by 2004, it was ready for a facelift. Moreover, the introduction of the new Euro 4 emission standards forced the British carmaker to improve its engines, and the R-version received a few tweaks as well.
The carmaker enhanced the front of the car with a new apron that lost the fog lights but gained on the aerodynamic look. On the sides, the S-Type R featured specific side sills, while in the back, it received a new bumper. A lip-spoiler decorated the redesigned trunk lid. It's chromed slat that spread between the taillights showed the Jaguar lettering broader than on the non-facelifted version.
Inside, the British carmaker already had some upgrades on the way since 2003. They included a new touch-screen infotainment system. That led to fewer buttons on the center stack and a clean design. Moreover, the carmaker installed a few buttons on the steering wheel to help the driver controlling the audio and phone system.
Under the hood, Jaguar changed the settings for the supercharged 4.2-liter V-8 engine to lower its emissions while managing to provide the same performances as the non-facelifted version.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.2 V8 SC 6AT (400 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4196 cm3 |
Power: | 298 KW @ 6100 RPM 400 HP @ 6100 RPM 400 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 399 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 541 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/40 ZR18 (Front) - 275/35 ZR18 (Rear) |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.9 in (4900 mm) |
Width: | 71.7 in (1821 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.2/60.6 in (1,529/1,539 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 114.6 in (2911 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.1 cuFT (399 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4034.5 lbs (1830 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5015.5 lbs (2275 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 12.6 mpg US (18.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 294 g/km |