The Jaguar XK series models are modern grand touring convertible and coupe versions. The production of XK series cars began in 1996 and these vehicles were produced as a replacement to the XJ series vehicles.
Jaguar XK
The first model from the XK series to use the 8-cylinder Jaguar AJ-V8 engine is the XK8. There are still used Jaguar XK models powered by the same engine. The current generation Jaguar XK is a two-door luxury sports car available in both the convertible and coupe versions. It has the capacity to accommodate up to maximum of four-passengers.
Engine
The 2009 Jaguar XK is offered in four different trim levels, namely the XK Coupe, XK convertible, XKR coupe and XKR convertible. Upon introduction, the base Jaguar XK coupe model is powered by a 4.2 liter V-8 engine that produces power up to 300 hp. With the powerful engine, the sports car can achieve the fuel economy of 16 miles per gallon in the city premises, while it can achieve 25 miles per gallon on the highway roads. Most of the used Jaguar XK models are powered by old engine that produces less power in comparison to the current engine.
The other engine offered by the Jaguar XK includes a 4.2 liter V-8 supercharged engine that can achieve 15 mpg and 23 mpg in the city and on highway respectively.