Are Jaguars XK good cars?

Are Jaguars XK good cars?

Despite the large wheels and low profile tyres, it rides very well although on most surfaces but there is too much road noise, although the lovely V8 engine drowns this out when accelerating hard. Performance is very good and I’ve never got less than 25mpg which for a heavy-ish car with a 4.2 litre engine is not bad.

How good is the Jaguar XK?

The Jaguar XK Coupe is one of the best-looking cars on the road and makes you feel like a lottery winner from the moment you get behind the wheel. It’s not as sporty as a Porsche 911, but it is much more fun to drive than a Mercedes SL and has a cushioned ride, not to mention a fabulous 5.0-litre V8 engine.

How much was a Jaguar XK8 in 2001?

The Jaguar XK8 2001 prices range from $18,700 for the basic trim level Coupe XK8 Classic to $34,650 for the top of the range Convertible XK8 Classic. The Jaguar XK8 2001 comes in Convertible and Coupe….Coupe.

Jaguar XK8 Models	SPECS	PRICE
Classic	4.0LPremium Unleaded Petrol 5 speed automatic	$18,700 – 26,070

Is the Jaguar 5.0 engine reliable?

Have the 5.0L engines in the XJ and XK’s proved to be reliable. The 4.2’s have been longlived and very reliable (I have 2 cars with these engines).

What are the most common problems with a used Jaguar XK Coupe?

The electrics can go haywire, and batteries can flatten for no obvious reason. Other issues include the engine management light coming on, and the car’s keyless entry and ignition system playing up. The fabric roof has also been known to freeze.

How much was a Jaguar XK8 new?

Jaguar XK8 Models Price and Specs Starting at $25,500 and going to $38,830 for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Are Jaguar V-8 engines reliable?

‘Early versions of Jaguar’s first V8 – the 4.0-litre unit as initially fitted to XKs, XJs and S-TYPEs – have a poor reputation for reliability due to three key issues: bore wear, suspect water pumps and weak timing chain tensioners. However, that should be of no concern to S-TYPE R buyers as the R arrived in 2002.

Is the Jaguar XK a future classic?

The Jaguar XK X150 was to be the final and arguably, ultimate iteration of the iconic XK coupe. Phil reckons it’s a future classic in the making and one to buy whilst they’re so temptingly cheap…

How many Jaguar XK are left?

	2021	2019
JAGUAR XKR AUTO	4.3k	4.1k
JAGUAR XKR CONVERTIBLE AUTO	695	617
JAGUAR XKR COUPE AUTO	698	705
JAGUAR XKR PORTFOLIO AUTO	2	2