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Jaguar XK8 4.2 Convertible Automatic

General information

ModelJaguar XK8 4.2 Convertible Automatic
Year2005
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4194 ccm (255.92 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving11.4 litres/100 km (20.63 miles per gallon)
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4194 ccm (255.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power298.00 PS (219 kW or 294 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque411.00 Nm (41.9 kgf-m or 303.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 90.3 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1679 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5160 litres (1,363 gallons)
Cargo space307 litres (81 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1775 kg (3,913.2 pounds)
Overall length4770 mm (187.8 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Service interval16,000 km
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