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The grand tourer that replaced the XJS and reestablished Jaguar's presence in the GT market. The XK8's AJ-V8 engine was the first V8 Jaguar had designed in-house.
History
Geoff Lawson's XK8 was Jaguar's return to beautiful grand tourers after the aging XJS. The supercharged XKR variant with 375 hp offered genuine performance. It was the last Jaguar GT designed under British ownership before Ford's influence reshaped the brand.
Production & Heritage
Production Total91,406
DesignerGeoff Lawson
Production Period1996–2006
Estimated Value$15K–$35K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine4.0L V8 (AJ-V8)
Power290 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Torque393 Nm
0–60 mph6.6 sec (0–100)
Top Speed250 km/h
Transmission5-speed automatic
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,625 kg
Engine Details
Engine CodeAJ-V8
Displacement4.0L (3,996 cc)
Bore x Stroke86 x 86 mm
Compression10.75
Performance
0–100 km/h6.6 sec
Top Speed250 km/h
Weight-to-Power5.6 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,761 mm
Width1,829 mm
Height1,322 mm
Wheelbase2,588 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, coil springs
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone, coil springs
Stability SystemsABS, TC
Capacity
Fuel Tank75 L
Trunk Volume300 L
Doors2
Seats4
Source: Jaguar factory specs
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