Second-Hand Jaguar XK8
Used Jaguar XK8
Jaguar has kept the flame of British car manufacturing burning for many decades. The Jaguar XK8 is the car that helped to revive the firm's reputation in the 1990s and allowed it to evolve into the respected manufacturer that it is today. The Jaguar XK8 went on sale in the autumn of 1996 and survived for 10 years before being retired. During this time, it established itself as a great Grand Tourer and kept things simple by offering either the standard V8 engine or a supercharged iteration bundled with the XKR. 2001 saw a few aesthetic alterations to the XK8, as well as some safety improvements, including an updated, intelligent seatbelt system that responds differently depending on the position in which the occupants are seated. In 2002 the range was given a boost with new 4.2-litre engines now becoming the standard.
What You Get
The list of standard equipment on a used Jaguar XK8 is impressive. Leather upholstery, climate control and sporty alloy wheels are all present and correct. There should also be a trip computer and electrically adjustable seats included in the basic package. Wood fascias line the interior of both the Classic and Sport trim options. The used Jaguar XK8 has two seats in the front and also a couple of somewhat cramped seats in the rear. Things look up in the boot, which is bigger than anything found on its rivals.
How it Drives
A powerful and efficient set of engines combined with smooth gearboxes and great suspension help to make the Jaguar XK8 range a joy to drive. The speed is limited to 155mph and even the basic model can hit 60mph in 6.5 seconds from a standing start. You can feel that the suspension and handling are toned and taught, so it won't give you trouble in the turns.