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The big cat bites back. Image by James Jenkins.

The big cat bites back
Though not important in terms of sales, the new XK forms the cornerstone of the Jaguar range and it's a good sign of things to come.

   


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Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 155
0-60 mph (seconds): 5.9
0-62 mph (seconds): 6.2

Urban mpg: 16.5
Extra urban mpg: 34.9
Combined mpg: 25.0
CO2 (g/km): 269


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4791
Height (mm): 1322
Width (mm): 1892
Wheelbase (mm): 2752
Cargo volume (litres): 300
Gross weight (kg): 2035
Kerb weight (kg): 1595
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 71


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: V8 petrol engine mounted longitudinally in front.

Cubic capacity (cc): 4196
Compression ratio: 11.00:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 86.00 x 90.30
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder.
Max. power (bhp): 300 at 6000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 310 at 4100 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed automatic. Rear-wheel drive. Jaguar Sequential Shift with steering wheel mounted paddles.


 
Chassis & running gear

Steering: Servotronic 2 speed-sensitive power assisted steering.

Turning circle diameter (m): 10.97

Brakes: Trac Dynamic Stability Control, ABS, EBA, EBD

Wheels: 'Venus' cast alloy wheels 8.5 x 18-inch (front) 9.5 x 18-inch (rear).

Tyres: 245/45 ZR18 (front) 275/40 ZR18 (rear).







 

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