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Jaguar XJ 12 5.3 (287 Hp)
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Jaguar XJ:
The Jaguar XJ is a series of mid-size/full-size luxury cars produced by British automobile manufacturer Jaguar Cars from 1968 to 2019. It was produced across four basic platform generations with various updated derivatives of each. From 1970, it was Jaguar's flagship four-door model. The original model was the last Jaguar saloon to have been designed under the leadership of Sir William Lyons, the company's founder, and the model has been featured in a myriad of media and high-profile appearances....(Read more on Wikipedia)
XJ Overview:
Jaguar XJ (XJ). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Jaguar XJ (Series 1) was produced well before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, thus no official rating exists. Safety features were basic by modern standards, typical for vehicles of the late 1960s and early 1970s.
12 5.3 (287 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An exceptionally powerful V12, delivering exhilarating performance and supreme refinement, making it one of the fastest luxury sedans of its time.
Fuel Economy
Extremely poor fuel economy, a significant running cost, but a necessary trade-off for its immense power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless, elegant styling and iconic design.
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement for its era.
- • Powerful and smooth inline-six and V12 engines.
- • Luxurious interior with high-quality materials.
- • Strong classic car appeal and investment potential.
Cons:
- • Notorious for electrical issues and rust.
- • Very poor fuel economy, especially with V12 engines.
- • High maintenance costs and difficulty finding specialist parts.
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards.
- • Complex mechanics can be challenging for DIY enthusiasts.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XJ: 1975 - 1979).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | XJ |
| Generation: | XJ |
| Modification (Engine): | 12 5.3 (287 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1979 |
| End of production: | 1982 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 287 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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