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1997 Jaguar XK8 2dr Cpe

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Jaguar XK8 2dr Cpe
Jaguar XK8 2dr Cpe
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$64,900
Base Invoice:
$57,104
Destination:
$580
Engine/Fuel:
4.0L/244 Gas V8
Transmission:
5-Speed Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Coupe
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) : 3673
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) : 51.0
Tread Width, Front (in) : 59.2
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 59.0
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.7
Liftover Height (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 11.1
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : - TBD -
Front Head Room (in) : 37.4
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.0
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 55.2
Front Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
Second Head Room (in) : 33.3
Second Leg Room (in) : 23.7
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 51.5
Second Hip Room (in) : 42.9
Summary
Vehicle Name : XK8
Body Style : 2 Door Coupe

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 17/hwy 25 (4.0L engine/5-speed auto trans) *Estimated*
EXTERIOR
Forward-hinged hood
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
Heated rear window
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 w/front seat height-adjustable upper anchorage
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