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 hp
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- 11.9 - 21.6 mpg
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- 3,812 - 4,376 lbs
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- 13.8 - 17 ft3
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 Sedan. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 195 hp 3.2 L Inline 6 gasoline engine to a 307 hp 5.3 L V12 gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 14.26 lb/hp 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 17 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,653 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.