Segment: Upper Premium
Production years: 2007, 2008, 2009
A powerful, luxurious large sedan, the Jaguar XJ was the most technologically advanced vehicle produced by the British company at the time.
As the 3rd generation started to become dated, the XJ was redesigned and improved for the 2008 year model.
While the exterior design was slightly redefined, it still shared many of its lines with he previous models, staying true to its roots.
Roomier than the previous version, the XJ had the same luxurious cabin with wood trims, leather and chrome inserts.
The 2008 model came in five different versions: base XJ8, Xj8 L (long wheelbase), XJR, Vanden Plas and Super V8.
Both the XJ8 and the XJ8 L came with standard 18-inch alloys, active damping suspension, xenon headlamps, a moonroof, full power accessories, Bluetooth connectivity and the Computer Active Technology.
The XJR was not available with an extended wheelbase and featured 19-inch alloys, a different brake system, adaptive cruise control, a tweaked suspension, a navigation system and power-folding side mirrors.
Stepping up to the Vanden Plas, the vehicle was equipped with a heated steering wheel, a navigation system, picnic trays for the rear cabin, power-folding exterior mirrors and a premium audio system.
Moving up to the top-of-the-range, the Super V8 was, of course, equipped with a V8 engine that cranked out 400 hp. Other features included most of the equipment available with the other trim levels and added a rear DVD multimedia entertainment system and a 4-zone climate control system.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.0L V6 6AT RWD (240 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2967 cm3 |
Power: | 176.5 KW @ 6800 RPM 240 HP @ 6800 RPM 237 BHP @ 6800 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 300 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 22.5 gallons (85.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 145 mph (233 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.1 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: | 255/40 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 200.4 in (5090 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/60.9 in (1,557/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.4 in (3033 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3393 lbs (1539 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4812 lbs (2183 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.1 mpg US (15.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 249 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.6L V8 6AT RWD (266 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 3555 cm3 |
Power: | 196 KW @ 6250 RPM 266 HP @ 6250 RPM 263 BHP @ 6250 RPM |
Torque: | 255 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 345 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 22.5 gallons (85.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 150 mph (241 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.6 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: | 255/40 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 200.4 in (5090 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/60.9 in (1,557/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.4 in (3033 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3547 lbs (1609 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4905 lbs (2225 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14.8 mpg US (15.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.6 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 254 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.2L SC V8 6AT RWD (405 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4196 cm3 |
Power: | 298 KW @ 6100 RPM 405 HP @ 6100 RPM 400 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 413 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 560 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 22.5 gallons (85.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Automatic, 6 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/40 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 200.4 in (5090 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/60.9 in (1,557/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.4 in (3033 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.2L V8 6AT RWD (305 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4196 cm3 |
Power: | 224 KW @ 6000 RPM 305 HP @ 6000 RPM 300 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 310 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 420 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 22.5 gallons (85.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Automatic, 6 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/40 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 200.4 in (5090 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/60.9 in (1,557/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.4 in (3033 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3547 lbs (1609 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4905 lbs (2225 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14.1 mpg US (16.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 20.6 mpg US (11.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 264 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.7L D 6AT RWD (207 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2733 cm3 |
Power: | 152 KW @ 4000 RPM 207 HP @ 4000 RPM 204 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 321 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 435 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 22.5 gallons (85.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Automatic, 6 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/40 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 200.4 in (5090 mm) |
Width: | 73.2 in (1859 mm) |
Height: | 57 in (1448 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.3/60.9 in (1,557/1,547 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.4 in (3033 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3657 lbs (1659 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5033 lbs (2283 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 214 g/km |