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Jaguar XK8 4.2 Convertible

General information

ModelJaguar XK8 4.2 Convertible
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.3 litres/100 km (20.82 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags8. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power304.7 PS (224 kW or 301 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 9.3 mm (3.4 x 0.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1865 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4730 litres (1,250 gallons)
Cargo space200 litres (53 gallons)
Optional cargo space313 litres (83 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1635 kg (3,604.6 pounds)
Max weight with load2185 kg (4,817.1 pounds)
Towing weight1850 kg (4,078.6 pounds)
Overall length4800 mm (189.0 inches)
Overall width2080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2760 mm (108.7 inches)
Fuel capacity71.0 litres (18.76 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval16,000 km
CO2 emissions254.0 g/km
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