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Jaguar S-Type 4.2 V8

General information

ModelJaguar S-Type 4.2 V8
Year2002
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4193 ccm (255.86 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4193 ccm (255.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power304.20 PS (224 kW or 300 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque420.00 Nm (42.8 kgf-m or 309.8 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 90.3 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.5 seconds
0-60 miles6.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1753 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5160 litres (1,363 gallons)
Cargo space399 litres (105 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1735 kg (3,825.0 pounds)
Overall length4880 mm (192.1 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase3000 mm (118.1 inches)
Fuel capacity69.0 litres (18.23 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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