Jaguar (finally) introduces a new V8
Jaguar (finally) introduces a new V8
Big cats have to purr, so here’s Jaguar making sure its 2010 XK and XF do exactly that.
Under the hood is a new, direct-injection 5.0-liter V8 pumping 385 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque--both numbers substantially from the outgoing 4.2-liter V8.
Refinement is terrific and power delivery creamy smooth--it’s easily the equal of the German competition. The exhaust even pops and crackles evocatively on the over run. Compared to the new, hard-core supercharged XKR and XFR, the naturally aspirated V8 cars ride more smoothly, despite being more focused than soft-riding Jags of old.
Jaguar just got more serious for enthusiasts.
Under the hood is a new, direct-injection 5.0-liter V8 pumping 385 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque--both numbers substantially from the outgoing 4.2-liter V8.
Refinement is terrific and power delivery creamy smooth--it’s easily the equal of the German competition. The exhaust even pops and crackles evocatively on the over run. Compared to the new, hard-core supercharged XKR and XFR, the naturally aspirated V8 cars ride more smoothly, despite being more focused than soft-riding Jags of old.
Jaguar just got more serious for enthusiasts.
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Cool that they have a new V8, unfortunately I don't think a high displacement 5.0L V8 as your sole V8 (as Jag's funds are limited) is good. I am confident that a company like Toyota could put out a 4.0-4.2L V8 that matches the power of their current 4.6L, but with better fuel economy. However, I could be wrong.
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Compared to the new, hard-core supercharged XKR and XFR, the naturally aspirated V8 cars ride more smoothly, despite being more focused than soft-riding Jags of old.
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