Jaguar XK

Technical Specs
Standard Engine 4.2L V8
Standard Transmission 6 Speed Automatic
Cylinders 8
Horsepower @ RPM 300@6000
Torque @ RPM 310@4100 (foot-lbs)

The XK Series is Jaguar’s grand touring coupe and convertible. When the XK Series debuted as a 1997 model, the XK8 replaced the XJS, ending the 21-year run for the XJS. The XK8 was the spiritual descendant of the legendary E-Type and XK120, and featured Jaguar’s first use of a V8 engine. The supercharged XKR was added for 2000. An all-new model debuted for 2007, an advanced sports car with an aluminum monocoque body structure that is 31 percent stiffer than its predecessor with a 10 percent improvement in power to weight ratio. For 2008 the limited edition XKR Portfolio was offered.

The 2009 Jaguar XK Series adds another special edition XKR Portfolio with distinctive styling and luxurious interior touches to create a supreme Grand Touring car with the performance and dynamics of a true sports car. The 2009 XKR Portfolio features polished 20-inch Selena wheels with red Jaguar Heritage center badges, exclusive Shadow Grey metallic paint, milled aluminum power vents, and a Bowers & Wilkins speaker system. Only 385 XKR Portfolios will be available in the U.S.

Jaguar XJ Series

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 4.2L V8

Standard Transmission 6 Speed Automatic

Cylinders 8Horse

power @ RPM 300@6000

Torque @ RPM 310@4100 (foot-lbs)

The XJ Series is the flagship of Jaguar’s line of premium luxury sedans. All of the XJ sedans are descendants of the classic S-type Jaguars of the late '50s and early '60s, with the first XJ sedan debuting in 1968. Jaguar buyers have benefited from Ford's acquisition of Jaguar several years ago that resulted in increased quality and reliability.

The 2008 Jaguar XJ Series gets a redesigned look with a revised front-end, new side power vents, rear aero spoiler, full-width chrome “signature blade” and new rear bumper. Revised with an all-new seat design, the interior also receives standard heated front seats, increased rear leg and foot room thanks to redesigned front seat backs. New 19-inch Polaris, Vela and Carelia alloy wheels are available and three new exteriors have been added. An upgraded Bluetooth system allows up to five phones to be paired to the in-car telephone system.