The Jaguar XK is a high-end luxury sports car that drives as well as it looks. The XK comes as a coupe or convertible with V-8 power. There’s a higher performance XKR with a supercharged V-8. Competitors include the BMW 650i and Mercedes-Benz SL.
Exterior The oval grille opening is different from other Jaguar models, and the broader front bumper distinguishes it from the preceding generation, called the XK8. Exterior features include:
19- or 20-inch alloy wheels
Power-operated and heated side mirrors with automatic-dimming function
Bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlamps
Dual exhaust
Interior The XK’s interior isn’t the roomiest in its class, though its front-seat legroom is far better than average and its dimensions are more than workable for adults. The backseat exists only in name; there’s no legroom unless the front occupants slide forward, and the seat cushions have oddly shaped contours. It’s “2+2” seating, which means Jaguar doesn’t expect you to think they’re real rear seats. The convertible’s soft-top is thick enough that interior noise isn’t much different from the coupe’s. Interior features include:
Leather seats and steering wheel
Available real wood or aluminum trim
Navigation system
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Optional adaptive cruise control
Optional leather-appointed dash
Optional heated steering wheel
Under the Hood Jaguar claims zero to 60 mph acceleration of 5.2 seconds in the XK. Mechanical features include
385-hp, 5.0-liter V-8 (XK)
Six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift function
Safety Safety features include:
Side-impact airbags
Active front head restraints
Daytime running lights
Antilock brakes and traction control
Electronic stability system
Front and rear parking sensors
XKR Jaguar’s XKR builds upon the XK with a 510-hp, supercharged version of the 5.0-liter V-8. There’s also a modified suspension that firms up the ride but sharpens handling. Other changes include a modified exterior with a mesh grille, modified fog lights, larger wheels, quad exhaust and dual hood louvers. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard, and Jaguar says the XKR accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds. Back to top
