2008 Jaguar XK-Series Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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In 2007, Jaguar did a full redesign of its XK-Series, which includes a base coupe and convertible as well as performance XKR trims in coupe and convertible form. The redesign incorporated a bonded and riveted monocoque aluminum alloy body structure and body panels. The 2008 line receives only minor changes.
The XK-Series is lighter and stiffer than both the Mercedes SL and the BMW 6 Series. With its lighter weight and stiffer structure, Jaguar engineers can more precisely tune the XKâ??s suspension and ride characteristics.
A 4.2-liter V8 with Variable Camshaft Phasing generates 300 hp in the standard coupe and convertible. Performance XKR trims add a supercharger to the V8 to produce 420 hp. Power courses through a six-speed sequential shift ZF automatic transmission with extremely quick paddle shifters (400 milliseconds between shifts) that blip the throttle before downshifting and upshifts close to the 6,000-rpm redline. Drivers select one of three distinct modes - Drive Automatic, Adaptive Automatic, and Sequential Manual - for immediate response beyond anything your wrist could perform.
All models come with Jaguar's improved Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS), a two-stage adaptive damping system that employs sensors to measure the XK's attitude, steering-wheel angle, pitch and yaw, and brake demand, from which it determines the independent adjustments to the four shocks almost instantaneously. A standard two-stage Dynamic Stability Control allows the XK to corner in racecar-like fashion with minimal body sway. Braking is powerful with ABS/EBD ventilated disc brakes that stop the car in just over 113 feet from 60 mph.
With its 6.4-inch-longer wheelbase and almost 3 inches of additional width, the redesigned XK-Series interior has lots of extra room. The redesigned interior features a modern dashboard design, as opposed to the traditional Jaguar configuration. Traditional wood trim is still plentiful, but aluminum is also on the checklist. The front seats are quite comfortable and supportive for long trips, but the rear seats are still better for small adults, kids, or packages.
Safety equipment includes front-seat side airbags that provide head and chest protection, whiplash-reducing front seats, and a two-stage traction control system. While not at the level of Porsche 911 sports-car performance, Jaguarâ??s XK-Series provides refined luxury grand touring enjoyment at any speed in a strikingly styled vehicle.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2008 Jaguar XK-Series
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by James T
Jul 27, 2023
I really think it looks great as a vehicle honestly.Jul 27, 2023
by Anonymous
Mar 08, 2023
The fact that this model has a proven past and now, since 2007, features an all aluminum body makes it a worthy and prudent choice.Mar 08, 2023
by john a
Jan 12, 2023
perfect car for me, fast and refined. pretty color and wheels.Jan 12, 2023
User rating:
by James T
Jul 27, 2023
I really think it looks great as a vehicle honestly.Jul 27, 2023
by Anonymous
Mar 08, 2023
The fact that this model has a proven past and now, since 2007, features an all aluminum body makes it a worthy and prudent choice.Mar 08, 2023
by john a
Jan 12, 2023
perfect car for me, fast and refined. pretty color and wheels.Jan 12, 2023
by Micharl D
Jul 25, 2022
If you buy a jaguar you have to know you need two for one when the other is in the shop but beautiful Jul 25, 2022
by Mary G
Nov 04, 2021
The car is stylish, smooth and powerful. It is a very special vehicle!Nov 04, 2021
by JOHN K
Jun 03, 2021
I was the second owner of an indigo 2008 XK convertible. I owned it from 42,000 miles until 123,000 miles until it met its end with a collision with a coyote on a highway. I would still be driving it if it hadnt been pronounced a total loss by the insurance company. It still turned heads and got compliments. I loved everything about the car: looks, performance, handling, and ride. Although you dont buy a Jaguar for economy, I regularly got 30 mpg cruising the highway.Jun 03, 2021
by George B
Apr 29, 2021
Depreciates fast from MSRP. Nice car, just be prepared to take care of it with regular service and have a budget fir repairs when needed.Apr 29, 2021
by Gary G
Mar 22, 2021
It is a lot of car for the money. Beautiful GT Touring car with the right mix of HP and handling Mar 22, 2021
by ron m
Jun 02, 2020
Fantastic, beautiful car in all respects. Great car to drive and enjoy daily.Jun 02, 2020
by Le'arenzo B
Mar 08, 2020
It seems to be a great vehicle. I look forward to owning one. Mar 08, 2020
by Clarke S
Feb 15, 2020
Very reliable, very comfortable, power on demand, and extremely beautiful inside and out unlike the current Jag salons built by Tata which are pretty damn ugly.Feb 15, 2020
by Robert P
Jul 28, 2008
0-100Km in just 4 sec Now thats POWER
The build quality is spectacular. The coupe' is much better looking than the convertable. The ride is very smooth. Petrol is becomming expencive and this car gets very thirsty. I would not recomend to buy the superchared version because it still only dilivores the same horse power than the standaredJul 28, 2008
by Heidi N
Jul 17, 2008
best car in its class! This car is a great little sports car I just bought the car and let me tell you it is good on gas and it is good on mileage and good for handling if you want to go fast this is the car for you.Jul 17, 2008
by Madison B
Jun 20, 2008
The thing I like this car is it is a great ride to drive in you can pick up hot guys and boys can pick up hot babes in this car and love every bit of it.Jun 20, 2008
by James A
Jun 17, 2008
BEAST IS EVERY WAYJun 17, 2008
by Henk H
May 23, 2008
Drive it and you would of lived it.May 23, 2008
by Anonymous
Apr 21, 2008
The R is the one get's everybody excited at the traffic lights!!! the sound off the tailpipes make your hair stand up at the back of your neck!!!Apr 21, 2008
by Raynadya N
Mar 19, 2008
I don know anything ?????????Mar 19, 2008
by Andrew W
Mar 16, 2008
my mom owned one for a short bit... beautiful automobileMar 16, 2008
by Rupinder U
Jan 20, 2008
THE BEST CARRRRRJan 20, 2008
by Mike C
Jan 13, 2008
Very fast and only about 90,000 and can beat oscars s600Jan 13, 2008
by V. De D
Dec 31, 2007
if it has been to count on reliability,then do not hesitate to take this oneDec 31, 2007
by Oscar Wagamama R
Dec 08, 2007
the XK is a very nice soft topDec 08, 2007
by Pearl L
Nov 12, 2007
i hope to own one Nov 12, 2007
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2008 Jaguar XK-Series Pricing
Original MSRP
$74,835 to $92,035Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · Alpine premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 160 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Width: 9.5
Wheels - Front Size if Different
Width: 8.5 inch
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · Alpine premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 160 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Width: 9.5
Wheels - Front Size if Different
Width: 8.5 inch
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · Alpine premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 525 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: alloy · Door trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: alloy
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Wheels - Front Size if Different
Width: 9 inch
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Alpine · Bower & Wilkins premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 160 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Door trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power rear seat · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Speed Rating: Z · Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Wheels - Front Size if Different
Width: 9 inch
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing