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Jaguar XJS c Convertible 5.3 HE V12 (295 Hp)
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Jaguar XJS:
The Jaguar XJ-S is a luxury grand tourer manufactured and marketed by British car manufacturer Jaguar Cars from 1975 to 1996, in coupé, fixed-profile and full convertible bodystyles. There were three distinct iterations, with a final production total of 115,413 units over 20 years and seven months.
Originally developed by Chief Engineer William Heynes using the platform of the then-current XJ saloon, the XJ-S was noted for its prominent rear buttresses. The early styling was partially by Jaguar's aerodynamicist Malcolm Sayer—one of the first designers to apply advanced aero principles to cars—however Sayer died in 1970, before the design was finalised....(Read more on Wikipedia)
c Convertible Overview:
Jaguar XJS (c Convertible). A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.3 HE V12 (295 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth, effortless power delivery, characteristic of Jaguar's V12. Excellent for high-speed cruising, though not a sports car in terms of raw acceleration.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V12 from this era, fuel consumption is very high, making it an expensive car to run daily.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless, elegant design with classic British charm
- • Smooth and powerful V12 engine options for effortless cruising
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior, ideal for grand touring
- • Convertible top enhances the open-air driving experience
- • Strong road presence and prestige
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially with V12 engines
- • Complex mechanics can lead to high maintenance costs and potential reliability issues
- • Limited rear seating, making it more of a 2+2 than a true four-seater
- • Handling is more geared towards comfort than sporty agility
- • Some electrical gremlins are common with age
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe: 1983 - 1988).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | XJS |
| Generation: | c Convertible |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.3 HE V12 (295 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1990 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 295 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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