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    Jaguar XJS

    It was always going to be tough following in the footsteps of Jaguar’s beautiful E-Type so it’s little wonder the buttressed XJS lives in its shadow.

    Released in Australia by 1975, the Jaguar XJS could be had as a coupe or convertible with a selection of straight-six and V12 engines until production ended in 1996.

    It found motorsport success both in Australia and abroad before being indirectly superseded by the wholly more modern Aston Martin DB7-related XK8 coupe in 1998.

    he line-up currently starts at $17,600 for the XJS Sport and ranges through to $29,590 for the range-topping XJS V12.

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    Jaguar XJS Q&As

    Check out real-world situations relating to the Jaguar XJS here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

    • Luxury on a budget

      You've obviously done quite a bit of homework, and it seems you have done the most important thing: identify what it is you want from your toy. As your regular cars are prestige cars and not dissimilar to the Jaguar model you are considering, you could consider a sportier car, such as a coupe or a convertible Mercedes or Saab, which would be a little more special, or perhaps even a Jaguar XJS. Any Jaguar is quite a good choice, though the Series III suffered because Jaguar were too cash-strapped to de-bug it properly before it went into production. That and shoddy build quality mean many of them gave their owners heartburn. But there are many around that have been sorted and they make nice cars. There are several Jaguar specialists who can help find a car for you, but remember they are in business to make a profit. Caulfield Jaguar rebuilds Series III XJ6s to your specification. They appear to turn out good work, though their rebuilt cars will cost more than the $14,000 you want to spend. I recommend you contact the Jaguar Car Club and get the advice of people who have owned the models you are interested in buying. Their experience is invaluable and real.

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    Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. Carsguide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.

    Jaguar XJS Fuel Consumption

    The Jaguar XJS is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.5L/100km for Convertible /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.

    Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
    1995 Convertible 10.5L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1995 Coupe 10L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1994 Convertible 10.5L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1994 Coupe 10L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1993 Convertible 10.5L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1993 Convertible 14L/100km 5.3L ULP 3 SP AUTO
    1993 Coupe 10L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1993 Coupe 14L/100km 5.3L ULP 3 SP AUTO
    1992 Convertible 10.5L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1992 Convertible 14L/100km 5.3L ULP 3 SP AUTO
    1992 Coupe 10L/100km 4.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO
    1992 Coupe 14L/100km 5.3L ULP 3 SP AUTO
    1991 Convertible 14L/100km 5.3L ULP 3 SP AUTO
    1991 Coupe 14L/100km 5.3L ULP 3 SP AUTO
    * Combined fuel consumption See All Jaguar XJS Pricing and Specs for 1995

    Jaguar XJS Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Jaguar XJS Coupe and Convertible vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

    Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
    1995 Coupe 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1995 Convertible 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1994 Coupe 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1994 Convertible 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1993 Coupe 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1993 Convertible 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1992 Coupe 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1992 Convertible 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1991 Coupe 1254x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    1991 Convertible 1261x1793x4764 mm 140 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Jaguar XJS Dimensions

    Jaguar XJS Wheel Size

    The Jaguar XJS has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 16x7 inches for Convertible in 1995.

    Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
    1995 Convertible — 16x7 inches — 16x7 inches
    1995 Coupe — 16x7 inches — 16x7 inches
    1994 Convertible — 16x7 inches — 16x7 inches
    1994 Coupe — 16x7 inches — 16x7 inches
    1993 Convertible — 16x7 inches — 16x7 inches
    1993 Coupe — 15x6.5 inches — 15x6.5 inches
    1992 Convertible — 16x7 inches — 16x7 inches
    1992 Coupe — 15x6.5 inches — 15x6.5 inches
    1991 Convertible — 15x6.5 inches — 15x6.5 inches
    1991 Coupe — 15x6.5 inches — 15x6.5 inches
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Jaguar XJS Wheel Sizes

    Jaguar XJS Models Price and Specs

    The price range for the Jaguar XJS varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $17,600 and going to $29,590 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

    Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
    1995 Coupe 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $17,600 $24,860
    1995 Convertible 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $21,340 $29,590
    1994 Coupe 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $17,600 $24,860
    1994 Convertible 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $21,340 $29,590
    1993 Coupe 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $13,420 $24,860
    1993 Convertible 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $19,250 $33,000
    1992 Coupe 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $13,420 $21,890
    1992 Convertible 4.0L, PULP, 4 SP AUTO $19,250 $31,350
    1991 Coupe 5.3L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO $17,050 $21,890
    1991 Convertible 5.3L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO $24,530 $30,250
    See All Jaguar XJS Pricing and Specs

    Jaguar XJS Towing Capacity

    The Jaguar XJS has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.

    Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
    1995 Convertible 1500kg 1500kg
    1995 Coupe 1500kg 1500kg
    1994 Convertible 1500kg 1500kg
    1994 Coupe 1500kg 1500kg
    1993 Convertible 1500kg 1500kg
    1993 Coupe 1500kg 1500kg
    1992 Convertible 1500kg 1500kg
    1992 Coupe 1500kg 1500kg
    1991 Convertible 1500kg 1500kg
    1991 Coupe 1500kg 1500kg
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