1975-1996 XJS OverviewJaguar XJS Overview (1975 - 1996)
1975 - 1996
Tech Specs Summary
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- 130 - 162 mph
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- 6.8 - 9.2 seconds
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- 195 - 334 BHP
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- 18.8 - 26.4 mpg
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- 1,660 - 1,990 kg
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- 407 - 430 L (Convertible)
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- 407 - 430 L (Coupé)
The Jaguar XJS was produced by the British manufacturer Jaguar between 1975 - 1996. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a convertible or coupé. There are many power levels available from either a 3.6 L Inline 6 petrol engine or 5.3 L V12 petrol engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the XJS is the Jaguar XJR-S 6.0 which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 334 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 183 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Jaguar XJS 3.6 Coupe is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 518 miles and can store 430 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,500 kg.