When Ford acquired Jaguar Cars, Ltd., in 1989, a veritable Greek chorus of doomsayers lined up to forecast the demise of legendary make, which would surely follow its amalgamation into a great gray corporate monolith. Events have obviously proved otherwise, and with the arrival of the stunning new Jaguar XK8, we think it's time for those gloomy prophets to turn in their robes. Not only is Jaguar back on track in terms of quality and reliability--a turnaround directly attributable to Ford's stewardship--it's also back in the sports car business, the wellspring of Jaguar legend.
Jaguar
XK8
1997
1997 Jaguar XK8
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Select a Trim Price: - From $64,900
1997 Base 2dr Coupe
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1997 Base 2dr Coupe
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1997 Base 2dr Convertible
Price: - From $69,900
Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
4.0L V-8 / 290 HP / 284 ft.lbs.
Transmission
5-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
Not Available
Passenger Capacity
4
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 4.0L V-8 / 290 HP / 284 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | Not Available |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum |
Fuel Tank | 20.0 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $77 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 10.9 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | |
Exterior Length | 187.4 " |
Exterior Width | 72.0 " |
Exterior Height | 51.0 " |
Front Headroom | 37.4 " |
Rear Headroom | 33.3 " |
Front Legroom | 43.0 " |
Rear Legroom | 23.7 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 55.2 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 51.5 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,673 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 102 " |
Turning Radius | 18.0 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 2 Doors |
Wheels | 17.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Non Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months |
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