The S-Type is a midsize four-door luxury sedan. It comes in three rear-wheel drive models: 3.0, V8, and R. The 3.0 is powered by a 235 hp 3.0-liter V6 engine. The V8 is powered by a 300 hp 4.2-liter V8 engine. The R is powered by a 400 hp supercharged 4.2-liter engine. All the models use the same six-speed automatic transmission. Safety features include antilock brakes, traction control, stability control, and six airbags throughout the cabin. For 2008, the Jaguar S-Type receives minor cosmetic changes.

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S-TYPE
2008
2008 Jaguar S-TYPE
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
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3.0L V-6 / 235 HP / 216 ft.lbs.
Transmission
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6-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
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Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
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17 / 26 / 21 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
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Bumper to Bumper Warranty
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48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 3.0L V-6 / 235 HP / 216 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 17 / 26 / 21 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 18.4 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $70 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 28.6 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 99 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 193.1 " |
Exterior Width | 71.6 " |
Exterior Height | 57.0 " |
Front Headroom | 38.6 " |
Rear Headroom | 36.4 " |
Front Legroom | 43.1 " |
Rear Legroom | 37.7 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.4 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.7 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,760 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 115 " |
Turning Radius | 18.9 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 18.0 " Silver Aluminum / 19.0 " |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored With Chrome Insert |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Dual Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish |
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity | 5 |
Seat Trim | Leather |
Front Seat Type | Bucket |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | (10-way Power) |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | (8-way Power) |
Front Armrests | (10-way Power) |
Rear Armrests | Center |
Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench |
Radio & Infotainment
Radio | Am/fm, Clock / Sirius Am/fm/satellite / Am/fm |
Speakers | 8 |
Radio Steering Wheel Controls | |
Apple Car Play | |
Android Auto | |
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity |
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type | Power Telescopic Tilt |
Climate Control | Automatic Air Conditioning |
Cruise Control | With Steering Wheel Controls |
Sun Roof | Express Open/close |
Rearview Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night |
One Touch Open Window | Front And Rear |
Tinted Windows | Light |
Vanity Mirrors | Dual Illuminated |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Power Outlets | 2 |
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating | |
Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front And Rear |
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 | Rear / Front And Rear |
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 | 12 Months / 12,500 Miles |
Roadside Assistance Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / Unlimited Miles |
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