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Jaguar XJ XJ40/XJ81 6 4.0 (222 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)
XJ40/XJ81 Overview:
Jaguar XJ (XJ40/XJ81). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
6 4.0 (222 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong performer, providing ample power for effortless highway cruising and confident overtaking. This engine truly brings the XJ40 to life, offering a more spirited driving experience than smaller variants.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large 4.0L inline-six, fuel economy is a significant consideration. It's thirsty, especially in city traffic, but offers better highway efficiency than the V12.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless, elegant styling that stands out
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior with high-quality materials
- • Smooth, refined ride quality, excellent for long journeys
- • Powerful engine options (4.0L and 6.0L V12) offer effortless performance
- • Classic Jaguar driving experience and heritage
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across most engine variants, especially the V12
- • Potential for electrical gremlins and complex maintenance issues
- • Some early engines (2.9L, 3.6L 185hp) can feel underpowered for the car's size
- • Susceptibility to rust, particularly in older models
- • High running costs, including parts and specialized labor
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XJ: 1986 - 1989).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | XJ |
| Generation: | XJ40/XJ81 |
| Modification (Engine): | 6 4.0 (222 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 222 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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