NCTD: 2008 Jaguar XJ

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Model Line Overview

Model lineup: Jaguar XJ8 ($63,835); XJ8 L ($67,335); Vanden Plas ($76,085); XJR ($83,585); Super V8 ($94,085)
Engines: 300-hp 4.2-liter V8; 400-hp supercharged 4.2-liter V8
Transmissions: 6-speed automatic
Safety equipment (standard): dual front airbags, front occupant side-impact airbags, full-cabin head-protection airbags, anti-lock brake system (ABS) with emergency brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control, tire pressure monitor, rear park assist
Safety equipment (optional): front park assist
Basic warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled in: Coventry, England

Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP): Jaguar XJ Super V8 ($94,085)
Standard equipment: leather upholstery, heated and cooled front R Performance sport seats; heated rear seats; automatic xenon headlights with power washers; four zone automatic climate control; interior air filter; power tilt/telescoping wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls; 16-way power front seats with lumbar adjustment; power-adjustable pedals; memory for the driver's seat, mirrors, steering wheel and pedals; heated power-folding exterior mirrors with auto-dimming; power windows and locks; remote keyless entry; sunroof; Bluetooth wireless cell phone link; auto-dimming rearview mirror; universal garage door opener; rain-sensing variable-intermittent wipers; theft-deterrent system; front and rear fog lights; self-leveling suspension; twin-stitched leather dashboard; walnut trim with Peruvian boxwood inlays; rear-seat picnic trays; lamb's wool rugs; 320-watt Alpine AM/FM stereo with 12 speakers and six-CD changer; front and rear park assist; navigation system; power rear sunshade; adaptive cruise control; Brembo brakes; adjustable rear-seats; rear adjustments for front passenger's seat; manual side sunshades; rear DVD entertainment system with two 6.5-inch screens; P255/35ZR20 tires on alloy wheels
Options as tested (MSRP): Sirius satellite radio receiver ($450)
Destination charge: ($665)
Gas guzzler tax: N/A
Price as tested (MSRP): $95,200
Layout: rear-wheel drive
Engine: 4.2-liter dual overhead cam 32-valve supercharged V8 with variable valve timing
Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 400 @ 6100
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 413 @ 3500
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy: 15/22 mpg
Wheelbase: 124.4 in.
Length/width/height: 205.3/83.0/57.3 in.
Track, f/r: 61.3/60.9 in.
Turning circle: 39.5 ft.
Seating capacity: 5
Head/hip/leg room, f: 38.4/NA/43.1 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m: N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r: 38.6/NA/39.3 in.
Cargo volume: 16.4 cu. ft.
Payload: N/A
Towing capacity: N/A
Suspension, f: independent, double wishbone with air springs and stabilizer bar
Suspension, r: independent, double wishbone with air springs and stabilizer bar
Ground clearance: 5.1 in.
Curb weight: 4001 lbs.
Tires: P255/35R20
Brakes, f/r: vented disc/vented disc with four-channel ABS, brake assist
Fuel capacity: 22.3 gal.