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Jaguar XF X250 5.0 V8 (470 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 575 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1953 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. 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.
5.0 V8 (470 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This supercharged V8 delivers exhilarating performance and rapid acceleration, transforming the XF into a formidable sports sedan.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption, a direct consequence of its substantial power output, making it costly to run.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X250: 2007 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | XF |
| Generation: | X250 |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 V8 (470 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 470 Hp @ 6000-6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 94 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 575 Nm @ 2500-5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AJ133S, 508PS More details about the engine AJ133S, 508PS |
| Engine displacement: | 5000 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.25 l |
| Coolant: | 12.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.2 kg/Hp, 240.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.4 kg/Nm, 294.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1953 |
| Max. weight: | 2370 |
| Max load: | 417 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 923 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4961 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1877 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2909 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2053 mm |
| Front track: | 1559 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1571 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.48 m [above average] |
| 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 |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 255/35 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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