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Jaguar XF X250 4.2 V8 (298 Hp) Automatic
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Jaguar XF:
The Jaguar XF is an executive luxury sports saloon car that was manufactured and marketed by the British automobile manufacturer Jaguar Cars. The XF was available as a four-door saloon and a five-door estate marketed as the Sportbrake. Launched in Autumn 2007 as a replacement for the S-Type, the XF was designated internally as the X250. The X250 was succeeded by the X260 in 2015. X250 was the first of the new styled Jaguars.
The XF was developed at Jaguar's Whitley design and development HQ in Whitley, Coventry and was built at Castle Bromwich Assembly facility in Birmingham....(Read more on Wikipedia)
X250 Overview:
Jaguar XF (X250). With 411 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1749 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.5 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Jaguar XF (X250) achieved a respectable 4-star Euro NCAP rating in 2010, demonstrating good adult occupant protection, though it was surpassed by some rivals in overall safety assist features.
4.2 V8 (298 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A smooth and refined naturally aspirated V8, offering effortless power and strong acceleration suitable for comfortable cruising.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, typical for a V8 of its era, making it less economical for daily driving compared to modern alternatives.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive design
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Strong range of powerful V8 petrol engines
- • Excellent fuel economy from V6 diesel options
- • Engaging handling for a large luxury sedan
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be very high on V8 petrol models
- • Some reliability concerns, particularly with older models and electronics
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Rear visibility is somewhat limited
- • Running costs can be significant for V8 models
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | XF |
| Generation: | X250 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 V8 (298 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 298 Hp @ 6800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 71 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 411 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | SV82G |
| Engine displacement: | 4196 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 10.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.9 kg/Hp, 170.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 235 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1749 |
| Max. weight: | 2270 |
| Max load: | 521 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 540 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 69.5 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4961 mm mm |
| Width: | 1877 mm mm |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2909 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1559 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1571 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5x19 |
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