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Jaguar Car Limited is a luxury car manufacturer founded in 1922.
Jaguar XJ(2008) - enlargeJaguar Car Limited, a Ford Motor Company subsidiary, is a luxury car manufacturer founded in 1922. Its present lineup starts with the 2009 Jaguar XF sedan (MSRP $49,975.00 - $62,975.00, Invoice price $45,547.00 - $57,377.00), which competes with the BMW535i and the BMW550i and is available in Luxury, Premium Luxury and Supercharged trim levels. The production version of this model debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. Buyers of the 2009 Jaguar XF can choose from a 300-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine for both the Luxury and Premium Luxury trim levels, or a 420-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine for the Supercharged trim level. It is equipped with a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission, and a rear-wheel drive system. This model features a power glass sunroof, height-adjustable driver and passenger seats, ten-way power driver and passenger seats, and leather upholstery.
Next is the 2008 Jaguar XJ8 sedan (MSRP $64,500.00 - $84,250.00, Invoice price $58,755.00 - $76,728.00), which was launched in 1968 and is the automaker's flagship model. It is available in XJ8, XJ8 L, XJ Vanden Plas, and XJR trim levels. This model competes with the Audi A8, BMW 550, BMW 750, Cadillac STS, and Lexus LS 460. Other competing models include the Lexus LS 600h, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Buyers can choose from a 300-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine or a 400-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine (for XJR trim level only). It is also equipped with a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission, and a rear-wheel drive system. This model features 18 x 8.0 inch alloy wheels, all season tires, premium leather upholstery, and multi-level heating driver, passenger and rear seats.
The 2008 Jaguar XK is next on the list. This model is available in two versions: coupe (MSRP $75,500.00, Invoice price $68,765.00) and convertible (MSRP $81,500.00, Invoice price $74,225.00). Competing model include the Audi RS 4, BMW 650, Cadillac XLR, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Viper, Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class, and the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class. The XK won the respected Top Gear magazine "GT of the Year" and "Car of the Year" awards in 2006. [1] This model is equipped with a 300-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine, a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission, and a rear-wheel drive system.
Next is the 2008 Jaguar XKR, which is available in coupe (MSRP $86,700.00, Invoice price $78,957.00) and the convertible (MSRP $92,700.00, Invoice price $84,417.00) versions. This model competes with the BMW 650, Cadillac XLR, Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Viper, Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class, and the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class and is assembled in Coventry and Birmingham, England. It is available with a 420-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine. It comes with a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission, and a rear-wheel drive system. The XKR features 19 x 8.5 inch front and rear alloy wheels, leather upholstery, driver and passenger seats with power adjustable lumbar support, an Alpine premium brand stereo system, and a remote anti-theft alarm system.
Rounding out the list is the 2008 Jaguar XJ Super V8 sedan (MSRP $94,750.00, Invoice price $86,283.00). In early 2005, Jaguar announced its most exclusive, powerful and expensive XJ saloon since ceasing V12 production. [2] Called the 2006 Super V8 Portfolio, it is a limited-edition trim level of the flagship Super V8 saloon. [3] It debuted at the New York International Auto Show in March 2005, and is the most expensive Jaguar saloon produced to date. [4] Competing models for the XJ Super V8 are the Audi A8, BMW 550, BMW 750, Cadillac STS, Lexus LS 460, Lexus LS 600h, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It is available with a powerful 400-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine, six-speed shiftable automatic transmission, and a rear-wheel drive system. The saloon also features 20 x 9.0 inch alloy wheels, performance tires, a power rear sunshade, manual sunshades for rear side windows, a five-person total seating capacity, premium leather upholstery, a reclining bench rear seat, multi-level heating driver, passenger, and rear seats, adaptive cruise control, an Alpine premium brand stereo system, twelve total Alpine premium brand speakers, and a DVD navigation system with voice activation.
Founded as the Swallow Sidecar Company in 1922, by two motorcycle enthusiasts, William Lyons and William Walmsley, the SS Jaguar name first appeared on a 2.5 litre saloon in 1935. [5] The entire company was renamed as Jaguar Cars Limited only in 1945. Jaguar made its name in the 1950s with a series of elegantly-styled sports cars and luxury saloons. [6] It became a part of the Ford Motor Company in 1999, along with the Aston Martin and Volvo Cars, although Aston Martin was sold off in 2007.
A look at Jaguar's reliability ratings showed that the Jaguar XJ Series received the following ratings for the year 2004 (also last major redesign year): Excellent ratings for minor engine, engine cooling, major transmission, and exhaust trouble spots; Very Good ratings for squeaks and rattles, paint and trim, body hardware, minor transmission, and drive, electrical, and audio systems trouble spots; Good ratings for its power equipment and brakes; Fair ratings for its climate system and suspension trouble spots; and a Poor rating for its fuel system.
The 2008 Jaguar XKR Coupe (MSRP $86,700.00) is priced higher than competing model 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (MSRP $70,075.00), although the XKR has a more powerful engine (420-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine) than the latter (382-horsepower, 5.5-liter V8 engine). Depreciation-wise, however, the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class appears to be more competitive. Case in point, a used 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (MSRP $64,900) in excellent condition, with a 302-horsepower, 5.0-liter V8 and a 30,000 mileage currently has a Private Party Value of $43,955 and a Suggested Retail Value of $49,190. On the other hand, a 2006 Jaguar XKR Coupe (MSRP $82,330) in excellent condition, with a 390-horsepower, 4.2-liter V8 engine and a 30,000 mileage currently has a Private Party Value of $43,955 and a Suggested Retail Value of $49,190.
On its website, prospective buyers can access the "Build Your Jaguar" feature which hosts options for customizations. Buyers are also provided information on Jaguar warranties, maintenance, and Jaguar clubs to join for Jaguar enthusiasts.
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