Jaguar XJ Convertible - Generation 1 (1997-2006)

JAGUAR XJ CONVERTIBLE (1997-2006)

Basically the first generation model of the XK series, which replaced the XJS. It comprises of a convertible and a coupe, with an engine upgraded occurred in 2002.

See the overview of this XJ Convertible

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	XKR	XK8
Years Available	1997-December 2006	1997-December 2006
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	AJ26S 4.0 DOHC 32V V8 Supercharged (1997-2002) or AJ34S 4.2 DOHC 32V V8 Supercharged (2002-2006)	AJ26 4.0 DOHC 32V V8 (1997-2002) or AJ34 4.2 DOHC 32V V8 (2002-2006)
Horsepower	375hp (1997-2002) or 400hp @ 6,100rpm (2002-2006)	290hp (1997-2002) or 300hp @ 6,000rpm (2002-2006)
Torque	525Nm (1997-2002) or 553Nm @ 3,500rpm	420Nm @ 4,100rpm (2002-2006)
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	75 Liters	75 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,760mm	4,760mm
Width	2,015mm	2,015mm
Height	1,306mm	1,306mm
Wheelbase	2,588mm	2,588mm
Curb Weight	1,815kg	1,775kg
Body Style	2 Door Convertible	2 Door Convertible
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	2	2
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone with Computer Active Technology Suspension)	Double Wishbone
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Tires	245/45 R18 (Front), 255/45 R18 (Rear)	245/50 R17
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	4	4
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Adaptive Restraint Technology System, Front and Rear Proximity Sensors
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Xenon Headlamps, Headlamp Washer, Automatic Wipers, Rear Spoiler	Chrome Finished Plinth, Rain Sensing Wipers, Electronically Adjustable Headlamp Aiming
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather with Wood
Seating Adjustment	Power	Power
Seating Material	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	Adds: Leather Gear Knob	Leather Interior, Flint Carpet, Grey Stained Bird's Eye Maple Accents, Analogue Clock
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold, Canvas Top	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold, Canvas Top
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette/6 CD	AM/FM/Cassette/6 CD
Speakers	6	6
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Mercedes Benz SL Class