1997 Jaguar XK8 2dr Convertible
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Jaguar XK8 2dr Convertible
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$69,900
Base Invoice:
$61,472
Destination:
$580
Engine/Fuel:
4.0L/244 Gas V8
Transmission:
5-Speed Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Convertible
Drive Type:
Rear Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
- TBD -/- TBD -
Specifications
| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| EPA Classification : | Mini-Compact |
| Engine | |
| Engine Order Code : | |
| Engine Type : | Gas V8 |
| Displacement : | 4.0L/244 |
| Fuel System : | SFI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : | 290 @ 6100 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM : | 284 @ 4200 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain : | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Order Code : | |
| Trans Type : | 5-Speed |
| Trans Description Cont. : | Automatic w/OD, |
| Trans Description Cont. Again : | Electronic |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) : | 3.57 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) : | 2.20 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) : | 1.50 |
| Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : | 1.00 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : | 0.80 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) : | |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) : | 4.06 |
| Clutch Size (in) : | |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : | 3.06 |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) : | |
| Mileage | |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : | - TBD - |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : | - TBD - |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : | - TBD - |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : | 130 |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : | 12.3 |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) : | 3867 |
| Trailering | |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : | N/A |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : | N/A |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : | N/A |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : | N/A |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front : | Fully Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear : | Fully Independent |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : | Double Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : | Double Wishbone |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : | - TBD - |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type : | Power |
| Brake ABS System : | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) : | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : | 12.1 x 1.1 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : | 12.1 x 0.8 |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : | |
| Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : | |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Order Code : | |
| Rear Tire Order Code : | |
| Spare Tire Order Code : | |
| Front Tire Size : | P245/50ZR17 |
| Rear Tire Size : | P245/50ZR17 |
| Spare Tire Size : | P245/50R17 |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) : | 17 x 8 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) : | 17 x 8 |
| Spare Wheel Size (in) : | 17 x 8 |
| Front Wheel Material : | Chrome |
| Rear Wheel Material : | Chrome |
| Spare Wheel Material : | - TBD - |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type : | Speed-Sensitive Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : | Variable |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : | 2.8 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : | 36.1 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : | - TBD - |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : | 19.9 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) : | 101.9 |
| Length, Overall (in) : | 187.4 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : | 72.0 |
| Height, Overall (in) : | 51.4 |
| Tread Width, Front (in) : | 59.2 |
| Tread Width, Rear (in) : | 59.0 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) : | 5.5 |
| Liftover Height (in) : | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Trunk Volume (ft³) : | 9.5 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity : | 4 |
| Passenger Volume (ft³) : | - TBD - |
| Front Head Room (in) : | 37.0 |
| Front Leg Room (in) : | 43.0 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) : | 55.2 |
| Front Hip Room (in) : | - TBD - |
| Second Head Room (in) : | 33.1 |
| Second Leg Room (in) : | 23.1 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) : | 42.3 |
| Second Hip Room (in) : | 37.7 |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name : | XK8 |
| Body Style : | 2 Door Convertible |
Standard Features
| EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS | |
|---|---|
| City 17/hwy 24 (4.0L engine/5-speed auto trans) *Estimated* | |
| EXTERIOR | |
| Forward-hinged hood | |
| Fully-lined pwr convertible top w/heated glass rear window | |
| Body-color front/rear wraparound bumpers | |
| Body-color protective body-side moldings | |
| Front/rear fog lamps | |
| Body-color pwr heated door mirrors | |
| 2-speed variable intermittent windshield wipers-inc: single wipe, arm-mounted washers w/drip-wipe feature | |
| INTERIOR | |
| 2 + 2 seating | |
| Multi-adjustable pwr front seats w/pwr lumbar support | |
| Connolly leather-trimmed interior | |
| Walnut trim/gearshift knob | |
| Retractable cupholders | |
| Pwr tilt/telescopic wood/leather steering wheel w/automatic tilt-away | |
| Trip computer | |
| Outside temp indicator | |
| Pwr windows w/driver/passenger one-touch down | |
| Central locking doors/trunk/fuel-filler door w/remote driver-only unlock, automatic drive-away locking feature | |
| 2-position memory w/personalized remote activation-inc: door mirrors, driver seat, steering column | |
| Vehicle security system w/remote entry | |
| Speed control | |
| Remote trunk release | |
| Automatic climate control air conditioning | |
| Premium audio system | |
| Lockable glove box | |
| Electrochromic rearview mirror | |
| Sunglass storage compartment | |
| 3-channel integrated garage door/entry gate opener | |
| Dual illuminated sun visors w/map lights | |
| Curb illumination door lamps | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 4.0L (244) DOHC SFI 32-valve V8 aluminum alloy (290-HP) engine | |
| Electronic ignition | |
| Electronically-controlled 5-speed automatic transmission w/OD, normal & sport shift modes | |
| 3.06 axle ratio | |
| Automatic Stability Control-inc: engine intervention, shutoff switch | |
| Rear wheel drive | |
| Unibody construction | |
| 102" wheelbase | |
| Fully independent front suspension w/unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar, anti-dive geometry | |
| Fully independent rear suspension w/double wishbones, driveshafts acting as upper links, coil springs, anti-roll bar, anti-lift/anti-squat geometry | |
| Pirelli P Zero P245/50ZR17 SBR tires | |
| 17" x 8" 5-spoke alloy (Sport style) wheels | |
| Full size spare tire w/aluminum alloy wheel | |
| Speed-sensitive variable-ratio pwr rack & pinion steering | |
| Vacuum-assisted pwr 4-wheel vented disc brakes w/fluid loss warning sensor | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system | |
| 19.9 gallon fuel tank | |
| SAFETY | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system | |
| Driver & front passenger air bags | |
| Seat belt pre-tensioners | |
| Child seat safety belt locking | |
| Automatic Stability Control | |
Options
| NO OPTION KIND | |
|---|---|
| ** ALL VEHICLES SOLD IN 1997 FOR $36,000 AND ABOVE ARE SUBJECT TO A LUXURY TAX ** | STANDARAD |
| JAGUAR DEALER NATIONAL CO-OP PROGRAM | STANDARAD |
| MERCHANDISING PROGRAM | STANDARAD |
| ALL WEATHER PKG -inc: pwr headlamp washers, traction control w/engine/brake intervention & shutoff switch, heated front seats | $2,000 |
| COMPACT DISC AUTOCHANGER -inc: 6-disc capacity | $800 |
| HARMAN KARDON PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM W/COMPACT DISC AUTOCHANGER -inc: 240-watts | $1,800 |
| CHROME-PLATED WHEELS | $1,000 |
| Model Option | |
| REQUIRED ORDERING CHARGES | STANDARAD |
| Emission System | |
| FEDERAL EMISSIONS | STANDARAD |
| CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSIONS CERTIFICATE | $30 |
| Paint Type | |
| STANDARD PAINT | STANDARAD |
| SPECIAL PAINT ORDER | $1,000 |
Warranty and Incentives
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
|
Basic: 4 Years/50,000 Miles Roadside Assistance Corrosion: 6 Years/Unlimited Miles |
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