Jaguar XJ Series

Guide Note

Launched in 1968, The XJ series has remained the flagship model for British carmaker Jaguar since. The XJ's design has not strayed very far from it's original design, which was the last to receive input from the company's founder, Sir William Lyons.

Fast Facts

1. Class: Full-size luxury
2. Engine: 4.2L 300 hp V8, 4.2L 400 hp V8
3. Transmission: 6-speed automatic overdrive
4. Fuel efficiency: 16 city/25 highway, 15 city/ 22 highway
5. Power: 300hp @ 6,000 rpm, 400hp @ 6,100 rpm
6. Torque: 310 (lb-ft) @ 4,100 rpm, 413 (lb-ft) @ 3,500 rpm
7. MSRP: $64,500-$94,750

"Dances over the road instead of clobbering it like the German competition."—Car and Driver¹

"A lightweight aluminum frame, powerful V8 engines, active damping suspension, adaptive cruise control and high-tech features like navigation and Bluetooth keep this flagship sedan in step with competitors from Germany and Japan."—Edmunds²