2008 Jaguar XJ Series Sedan

What Changed for 2008:

• Revised exterior styling


• Five models, including new XJ Super V8


• Revised interior including new seat design, more interior room and cargo space


• New 19-inch alloy wheels


• Premium sound system


• Optional GPS anti-theft device


• Bluetooth wireless technology


• Adaptive cruise control


• Three new exterior colors

Overview
The 2008 iteration of the Jaguar XJ, which was first introduced in 2003, features exterior styling changes including a new grille, new bumper style with a subtle aero spoiler, and revised tailpipe finishers, while the interior benefits from new seats, more interior room and more cargo space. The new XJ Super V8 offers a supercharged 400-hp V-8 engine. Jaguar XJ’s competition includes the Audi A8, BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Model Lineup
The 2008 Jaguar XJ lineup includes five models: XJ8, XJ8L, XJ Vanden Plas, XJR and XJ Super V8. Standard equipment on the XJ8 includes 18-inch Tucana wheels; electrochromic self-dimming power adjustable heated door mirrors; premium softgrain front and rear leather seats with piping; 16-way adjustable front seats with 3-stage heating; power adjustable pedals and steering column with memory; and a one-touch power moonroof. The XJ8L adds a longer wheelbase (longest in its class), and more interior headroom than any vehicle in its class, according to Jaguar. The XJ Vanden Plas adds lambswool rugs, Peruvian boxwood inlays, 19-inch Carelia wheels, front park control, and an optional multi-media entertainment system. The XJR moves up to the 400-hp Eaton supercharged V-8 engine and 6-speed ZF automatic transmission. It also includes a leather-wrapped “R” performance steering wheel and chrome and leather “R” performance gearshift knob; 20-inch Cremona wheels; and radar-based adaptive cruise control. The XJ Super V8 includes all the Vanden Plas amenities; the 400-hp V-8 supercharged engine; and standard multi-media entertainment, navigation and premium sound.

Powertrain
Standard powertrain in the 2008 XJ8, XJ8L and XJ Vanden Plas is a 4.2-liter, 300-hp all-aluminum V-8 with 6-speed ZF automatic transmission. The XJR Super V8 has the 4.2-liter, 400-hp all-aluminum supercharged V-8 engine, also with the 6-speed ZF automatic transmission. EPA fuel economy estimates for the 4.2-liter, 400-hp Super V8 are 15 mpg city/22 mpg highway. The 4.2-liter, 300-hp engine in the 2008 XJ has not been rated by the EPA.

Safety
The 2008 Jaguar XJ features safety items such as traction control; 4-channel anti-lock brakes; dynamic stability control; tire-pressure-monitoring system; emergency brake assist; adapative restraint technology that includes driver and front passenger air bags and side curtain air bags; and pre-tensioned 3-point safety belts for all seating positions. The 2008 Jaguar XJ has not been rated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for front or side crash tests or for rollover testing.

Technology
The 2008 Jaguar XJ Super V8 includes rain-sensing wipers; electronic parking brake; adaptive cruise control; central console with 7-inch color touchscreen that offers DVD navigation, Bluetooth wireless technology (enabling five mobile phones to connect to the car’s in-car phone system), plus audio and climate control; premium 12-speaker, 320-watt Alpine sound system; available Sirius satellite radio; and multi-media entertainment with twin seatback screens for games and DVDs. Jaguar Voice activation and an iPod connectivity module are dealer-installed accessories.