How many horses does a Jaguar XJ8 have?
Because of the effortless way the 294 horses (along with 303 lb.-ft. of torque) move the car down the road through the 6-speed automatic transmission, we don’t feel at all inadequate because we didn’t order the supercharged XJR version. We’re finding that the XJ8 turns just as well as it goes straight.
What’s the top speed of a Jaguar XJ8?
Even the 3.2 litre model is reasonably brisk, reaching 60 in a mere 8.8 seconds, with steering feel that would force a BMW engineer into mumbling apology. The 4.0 litre cars fitted with the V8 engine are superb, with the ace in the pack the XJR8.
When did the Jaguar XJ8 series come out?
The achievements of the XJ8 are made all the more remarkable when one considers the rather unenviable reputation for fit and finish that Jaguar had been battling against. The XJ40 series of cars, produced from 1986 until 1994, was saddled with the reputation as an under-engineered money pit.
What kind of suspension does a Jaguar XJ8 have?
We’re finding that the XJ8 turns just as well as it goes straight. Suspension is via double wishbones front and rear (with cast-aluminum arms), self-leveling air springs and CATS (Computer Active Technology Suspension), the latter a two-stage electronic adaptive damping system.
Are there any problems with the 2004 Jaguar XJ8?
81 problems have been reported for the 2004 Jaguar XJ8. The following chart shows the 19 most common problems for 2004 Jaguar XJ8. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle’s suspension with 18 problems. The second most common problem is related to the vehicle’s vehicle speed control (11 problems).
Because of the effortless way the 294 horses (along with 303 lb.-ft. of torque) move the car down the road through the 6-speed automatic transmission, we don’t feel at all inadequate because we didn’t order the supercharged XJR version. We’re finding that the XJ8 turns just as well as it goes straight.
We’re finding that the XJ8 turns just as well as it goes straight. Suspension is via double wishbones front and rear (with cast-aluminum arms), self-leveling air springs and CATS (Computer Active Technology Suspension), the latter a two-stage electronic adaptive damping system.
How big is the fuel tank on a Jaguar XJ8?
The 22.5-gal. fuel tank adds to the Jag’s reputation as a long-distance hauler, allowing a range of more than 400 miles between fill-ups. And the adjustable pedals, along with the 12-way power front seats, enable the XJ to be custom fitted from the tallest to the smallest driver.