Is the 2007 Jaguar XK series a good car?
Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2007 Jaguar XK-Series provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2007 XK-Series at Edmunds.
How often does a Jaguar XK convertible fail to start?
I own a 2007 XK Convertible that has been nothing but trouble. The car fails to start at least twice a month. In the first 10,000 miles I have had 2 battery replacements. I have been afraid to drive it a long distance from my house and really havent gotten much use out of it.
What kind of engine does a Jaguar XK have?
All Jaguar XKs are rear-wheel-drive. The standard XK coupe and convertible are powered by a 4.2-liter V8. It develops 300 hp and 310 pound-feet of torque. The 2007 Jaguar XKR has a supercharged version of that engine rated for 420 hp and 418 lb-ft of torque.
What should I do if my Jaguar XK battery goes bad?
If your battery is more than 3 years old – replace it. But the very BEST thing you can do, which will permanently eliminate any electrical issues is to keep the Jag on a “battery minder”, permanently attached, and plugged in when the car is not actually in use. The new version XK (2007 on) is a superb car.
What kind of car is the Jaguar XKR?
It is billed as an XK “plus 30 percent” and rivals the BMW M6, Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG and Porsche 911. Last month, Inside Line was given an exclusive insight into the new car with the XKR’s chief program engineer, Russ Varney. Now, for the first time, they’ve handed over the keys to a right-hand-drive XKR.
When did the last Jaguar XK go out of production?
The previous generation XK, which went out of production in June of 2005, was Jaguar’s all-time best-selling sports model. But Jaguar is now raising the ante, with its all-new 2007 XK 2+2 sports car and convertible, built to compete in the large premium sports car sector.
Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2007 Jaguar XK-Series provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2007 XK-Series at Edmunds.
I own a 2007 XK Convertible that has been nothing but trouble. The car fails to start at least twice a month. In the first 10,000 miles I have had 2 battery replacements. I have been afraid to drive it a long distance from my house and really havent gotten much use out of it.
What’s the top speed of a Jaguar XKR?
The XKR scampers from zero to 60 mph in a Porsche-matching 4.9 seconds and reaches 155 mph before an electronic limiter intervenes. The torque output is the key to this car’s character. The merest tickle of the throttle delivers a determined surge of acceleration.
All Jaguar XKs are rear-wheel-drive. The standard XK coupe and convertible are powered by a 4.2-liter V8. It develops 300 hp and 310 pound-feet of torque. The 2007 Jaguar XKR has a supercharged version of that engine rated for 420 hp and 418 lb-ft of torque.
What’s the top speed of a 2007 Jaguar XK?
Driving the Used 2007 Jaguar XK. The XK Convertible feels cat-like and quick, and not at all heavy or ponderous. It accelerates from zero to 60 miles per hour in 5.9 seconds, and can reach a top speed of 155 miles per hour, thus offering both a lot of performance and admirable fuel economy, with EPA ratings of 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on…
What kind of car is a Jaguar XK?
2009 BMW 335i, 2003 Corvette cnv. (RIP 2001 Jaguar XK8 cnv and 1985 MB 380SE [the best of the lot]) I have to agree with you. I have the new XK convertible, and only after a few months I found myself having to swerve to avoid running over a cyclist who smashed into a parked car’s door.
Do you own a 2007 Jaguar XK convertible?
I work at a Jaguar dealership and I am also the proud owner of a 2007 XK convertible. We have sold approximately two dozen of these beauties and I have seen all of the issues that have come into our service department. Most of the issues have been misunderstandings in how the vehicle operates.
The previous generation XK, which went out of production in June of 2005, was Jaguar’s all-time best-selling sports model. But Jaguar is now raising the ante, with its all-new 2007 XK 2+2 sports car and convertible, built to compete in the large premium sports car sector.
It is billed as an XK “plus 30 percent” and rivals the BMW M6, Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG and Porsche 911. Last month, Inside Line was given an exclusive insight into the new car with the XKR’s chief program engineer, Russ Varney. Now, for the first time, they’ve handed over the keys to a right-hand-drive XKR.
Who is the Chief Engineer of the Jaguar XK?
In the words of Jaguar’s Chief Engineer Mike Cross, in charge of the all-new XK’s vehicle dynamics, “What the team has looked to engineer is a sports car with true all-round ability. That means it must be fast, outstandingly agile, and truly exciting to drive.