by Carmila Charolina


The Jaguar XK series (XK8 and XKR) is a GT (grand tourer) produced by the British automaker Jaguar since 1996. The Jaguar XK car was introduced in Geneva Motor Show on March 5 1996. The Jaguar XK is the replacement of the XJS, and is available in a coupe and convertible.
Power and Performance
The Jaguar XK8 and XKR are electronically limited to a maximum speed 155 mph or 250 km/h, lower than the top speed of its predecessor. The Jaguar XK8 heralded a change in direction for the company, resulting in the S-Type and X-Type. Both of the Jaguar XK8 and XKR come standard with 18 inch alloy wheels, and 19 and 20 inch wheels are available for additional cost. A navigation system and self leveling xenon headlamps come standard with the XKR as as options for the XK8. Both come with all leather interior, burl walnut trim, and side airbags.
Jaguar unveiled the all new 2006 car (project code X150), called simply the XK at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2005. The XK uses the new all aluminium monocoque chassis developed from the 2005 Advanced Lightweight Coupe concept car and is offered as both a coupe or convertible.
Engines
Initially, the XK was powered by a 300 horsepower version of the 4.2 L AJ-V8 petrol engine. In October 2006, the supercharged version of that engine was added with a maximum output of 420 horsepower. For model year 2008 has been presented the 3.5 L V8 version with 258 horsepower.
Design
The new XK closely resembles the Advanced Lightweight Coupe concept which was first seen at the 2005 North American International Auto Show. The new XK's grille is inspired by that of the 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Technology
The Jaguar XK features an advanced paddleshift gearbox that enables the driver to either use it as one would a standard automatic gearbox, or an automatic gearbox featuring faster shifts by using the sport mode. Alternatively, the driver can take full manual control of the gears by means of two paddles situated behind the steering wheel, affording the driver optimum control in fast driving.
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