2005 Jaguar XJ Super V8 Quick Spin

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TO THE POINT What’s New: The 2005 Jaguar Super V8 is the first XJ model with a long wheelbase and a supercharged V8 in the same package
Selling Points: Super-
charged power, timeless Jaguar styling, rear seat accommodations
Deal Breakers: Well, that $90,000+ price tag puts a damper on things, and that spacious rear seat could be more comfortable
Our Advice: If you’re buying to be driven, drop the added ponies and save some coin with an optioned XJ8

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Specifications Competitors include the Audi A8 L, Audi A8 L W12, BMW 745Li, BMW 760Li, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG, Mercedes-Benz S600, and Volkswagen Phaeton W12

Test Vehicle: 2005 Jaguar XJ Super V8
Estimated Price of Test Vehicle: $90,995 (including a $665 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: Supercharged 4.2-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 390 at 6,100 rpm
Engine Torque: 399 at 3,900 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
Curb Weight: 4,001 lbs.
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 17/24 mpg
Length: 205.3 inches
Width: 76.5 inches
Wheelbase: 124.4 inches
Height: 57.3 inches
Legroom (front/rear): 43.3/39.3 inches
Headroom (front/rear): 38.4/38.6 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 5
Max. Cargo Volume: 16.4 cubic feet
Competitors: Audi A8 L, Audi A8 L W12, BMW 745Li, BMW 760Li, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG, Mercedes-Benz S600, and Volkswagen Phaeton W12