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Jaguar S-Type 4.0 V8

General information

ModelJaguar S-Type 4.0 V8
Year1999
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power284.90 PS (210 kW or 281 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque390.00 Nm (39.8 kgf-m or 287.7 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1652 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4730 litres (1,250 gallons)
Cargo space399 litres (105 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (488.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1725 kg (3,803.0 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2920 mm (115.0 inches)
Fuel capacity69.0 litres (18.23 gallons)
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