1986-1994 XJ OverviewJaguar XJ Overview (1986 - 1994)
XJ40
Tech Specs Summary
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- 134 - 155 mph
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- 7.2 - 11.7 seconds
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- 195 - 307 BHP
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- 14.3 - 25.9 mpg
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- 1,729 - 1,985 kg
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- 390 - 480 L
This generation of the Jaguar XJ (XJ40) was produced by the British manufacturer Jaguar between 1986 - 1994. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 195 BHP 3.2 L Inline 6 petrol engine to a 307 BHP 5.3 L V12 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut suspension front and rear. However, some models have double wishbone front suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the XJ is the Jaguar XJ12 which scores 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 307 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 155 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Jaguar XJ12 Sovereign is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 400 miles and can store 480 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,500 kg.