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Jaguar XK range expands with 3.5L model

 
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Jaguar XK range expands with 3.5L model

Jaguar XK range expands with 3.5L model

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Jaguar is set to expand its XK range with the introduction of a new entry-level model powered by the same 3.5L V8 engine currently used in the XJ saloon. The new model will be launched around October or November, reports AutoWeek Netherlands, but there’s no word on pricing. Early estimates place its price tag around the €75,000 mark, which is €10,000 below the starting price of the 300hp 4.2L V8 model.

Power levels will be similar to the XJ, with roughly 256hp on tap, but the engine is said to be specifically tuned to suit the XK and features the Coupe's sportier exhaust system. This will remain a Europe only model, and performance numbers of seven seconds for the 0-62mph dash should be adequate for most Jaguar buyers.

Other minor changes to the XK lineup include a new antenna mounted into the rear spoiler, new aluminum or wooden trim and chrome highlights for the controls, plus optional 20in double five-spoke Senta alloy wheels and an upgraded stereo system.



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  1. By HECTOR Posted: 6/18/2007 7:19am PDT

    Woefully underpowered. Why can the likes of Infiniti and BMW squeeze 300+ bjp out of 6 cylinder engines and Jaguar can barely do that with 2 more?

    Let me put it to you another way. The Accord, the Camry, the Altima and even the Sonata have almost as much power out of their V6s than does the 3.5 V8 engine on the XK. Not exactly a ringing endorsement.
     
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  2. By Julius Posted: 6/18/2007 10:41pm PDT

    Yeah, 256hp does not seem that impressive. BMW do use turbos but Nissan is producing more than 300hp from its 3.5.

    Then again, Jaguar isn't in the best position to be developing new engines... We should be thankful it's still around to build cars.
     
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  3. By Ryan Posted: 6/24/2007 12:14am PDT

    Well, Nissan's VQ engine makes its 300+ HP with its 3.7L. Lexus also has its V6 with 306hp in the IS350. Jag's V8 is totally underpowered compared to the basic manufactures.
     
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  4. By Scott T Posted: 7/2/2007 2:14pm PDT

    This is a base model engine. An engine that coincidentally gets better MPG than the high strung V6's quoted in the other postings, an engine that makes more torque than those V6's, and a much more laid back engine for highway cruising, which is the main purpose of buyers for this lowly engine. A buyer who was after performance and not economy or long distance crusing would obviously go for the XKR model. Do you honestly think that a VQ V6 is more refined than an AJ-V8? It is a European-only engine option after-all. Those who want the absolutely stunning looks of an XK with a slightly lower price-tag are the ones who would go for this. The Ford 3.5 V6 makes more power than this little 3.5 V8... does that make it a better more refined engine? ...Grow up! Look up the base engines in those other cars before getting on your ignorant high horses.
     
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