1961-1975 XK-E OverviewJaguar XK-E Overview (1961 - 1975)
1961 - 1975
Tech Specs Summary
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- 135 - 150 mph
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- 7.0 - 7.9 seconds
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- 265 - 314 hp
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- 15.7 - 18.7 mpg
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- 2,687 - 3,435 lbs
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- 9.5 - 12.5 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 4.8 ft3 (Convertible)
The Jaguar XK-E was produced by the British manufacturer Jaguar between 1961 - 1975. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a coupé or convertible. There are two power levels available from either a 3.8 L Inline 6 gasoline engine or 5.3 L V12 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the XK-E is the Jaguar XK-E Roadster which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 265 hp and a power/weight ratio of 10.14 lb/hp it has a top speed of 150 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Jaguar V-12 2+2 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 339 miles and can store 9.5-12.5 cubic feet of cargo.