The 2005 Jaguar XJ-Series is a 4-door, 5-passenger
luxury sedan, or luxury sports sedan. All
Jaguar XJs are four-door sedans, but four
distinct styles are available. Both the XJ8s
and Vanden Plas come with Jaguar's 4.2-liter
V8 engine which is good for 294 horsepower
and 303 pound-feet of torque. The Super V8
has a supercharged V8 which puts out nearly
100 more hp -- an impressive rating of 390
hp. Both engines use a six-speed automatic
transmission and a Jaguar traditional "J"
gateshifter.
XJ8 – This base
model is offered in a short wheel base,
and comes with a long list of amenities
that includes traction control, four-zone
climate control, adjustable pedals, walnut-trimmed
interior and a self-leveling suspension
all for a starting price just under $62,000.
XJ8 L – Offers all
the features of the XJ8 coupled with a longer
wheel base.
Vanden Plas – Includes
an even longer wheel base than the XJ8 L,
and ups the plush factor with 16-way power
seats, unique 18-inch wheels, an upgraded
audio system, richer wood trim, thicker
carpeting, heated seats, xenon headlights
and a power rear sunshade.
Super V8 – This
model offers all the luxury and room of
the Vanden Plas, along with a supercharged
V8 engine, more powerful brakes, a rear
DVD entertainment system, DVD navigation,
adaptive cruise control and unique 19-inch
wheels.
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