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2008 Jaguar XJ
The 2008 Jaguar XJ is a luxury. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $169,990 for the Sovereign variant and topping out at $199,990 for the Xjr Portfolio variant.
There are 3 variants of the XJ available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2003.
The 2008 XJ was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Jaguar XJ include 4.2L v8 (224kW/420Nm) and 4.2L v8 supercharger (298kW/553Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $169,990 - $199,990†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $169,990 - $199,990†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Jaguar XJ
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Available Variants
The Jaguar XJ comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Sovereign and the most expensive being Xjr Portfolio.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,090 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,860 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,034 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 614 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Jaguar XJ
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Jaguar XJ is the Sovereign variant that starts from $169,990.
See all Jaguar XJ PricingThe most expensive Jaguar XJ is the Xjr Portfolio variant that starts from $199,990.
See all Jaguar XJ PricingThe best towing capacity of a Jaguar XJ is 1900 kg shared by all variants.
See all Jaguar XJ towing capacityThe largest Jaguar XJ is the Sovereign variant which measures 1860mm wide, 5090mm in length and sits 1448mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 298kW of power and 553nm of torque are the XJR and Xjr Portfolio variants.
The Jaguar XJ is built in Great Britain and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Jaguar XJ is the XJR variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2263 kg.
The Jaguar XJ uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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