Nov 01
FThe audio antenna is now hidden inside the rear spoiler on the 2008 Jaguar XK and XKR, replacing the old-school power aerial. There are several cosmetic detail changes to the interior as well. Sadly (and surprisingly), British Racing Green is no longer available as an exterior color choice.
edmunds reviewed the 2008 Jaguar XK-Series and gave out”Pros: Pleasing balance of performance and luxury, beautiful styling, relatively light curb weight, quick convertible top operation.—Cons: Merely adequate acceleration on regular XK models, backseat is for show only, no side curtain airbags, wonky touchscreen that requires a push more than a touch.”
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Nov 01
2008 Jaguar XK-Series Autofans Collection
The 2008 XK-Series is a 2-door, 4-passenger luxury sports coupe, or luxury convertible, available in 4 trims, ranging from the XK Coupe to the XKR Convertible.Upon introduction, the XK Coupe is equipped with a standard 4.2-liter, V8, 300-horsepower engine that achieves 16-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway.
The XKR Convertible is equipped with a standard 4.2-liter, V8, 420-horsepower, supercharged engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.The 2008 XK-Series is a carryover from 2007. Continue reading »
Aug 07
In road and comparison tests, we found the Jaguar S-Type to be a refined drive. While the V6 feels smooth, its performance leans toward the sluggish side. The V8 engine, however, does the job. Despite the light steering and a soft suspension — two deliberate traits of the brand — the sedan nevertheless feels stable and confident through all manner of turns.
edmunds reviewed 2008 Jaguar S-Type and gave out”The Jaguar S-Type is a bit of a throwback. Stately and posh, the S-Type’s exterior design shows shades of the ’60s Jaguar saloons, from which its designers cribbed generously. The distinct styling also distinguishes the S-Type from other luxury sport sedans on the market, which more typically feature sharp edges and angled surfaces.”
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Aug 06
Codenamed X250, the new S-Type is a bold sedan with a shape that eschews the retro look of the current model. The center grille is inspired by recent Jaguar concepts like the RD6 and R-Coupe, while the current car’s quad headlamps have been dropped in favor of multi-element single units.
autoblog reviewed 2008 Jaguar S-Type and gave out”As has been reported ad nauseum, the new S-Type will not use aluminum in its construction to the extent that it’s used on the XJ sedan and XK, but rather feature steel body panels predominantly with some aluminum ones like the hood thrown in to save weight.”
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Aug 05
2008 Jaguar S-Type
The 2008 S-Type is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, or luxury sports sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the 3.0 to the R.Upon introduction, the 3.0 is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 235-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway.
The R is equipped with a standard 4.2-liter, V8, 400-horsepower, supercharged engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.The 2008 S-Type is a carryover from 2007. Continue reading »
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