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Jaguar XK8

General information

ModelJaguar XK8
Year1997
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power294.00 PS (216 kW or 290 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque393.24 Nm (40.1 kgf-m or 290.1 ft.lbs)
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke86.1 x 86.1 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed236.0 km/h (146.6 mph)
0-60 miles7.0 seconds

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5160 litres (1,363 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4770 mm (187.8 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Aprox price as new USD65040
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