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Jaguar S-Type 4.2 V8 R Automatic

General information

ModelJaguar S-Type 4.2 V8 R Automatic
Year2005
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving12.6 litres/100 km (18.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags8

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power396.00 PS (291 kW or 391 HP) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Max torque541.00 Nm (55.2 kgf-m or 399.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.1:1
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)5.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2146 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4730 litres (1,250 gallons)
Cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1845 kg (4,067.5 pounds)
Overall length4880 mm (192.1 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2920 mm (115.0 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Service interval16,000 km
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