2008 Jaguar XJ-Series Overview
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Very fun to drive. Not sure about reliability as it only has 14k miles. Drives like a dream & very responsive handling and acceleration. 2 quirks I will mention: No back-up camera in navigation system. "beep" signal is very adequate though Rear seat headrests hinder rear outward vision TREMENDOUSLY !!! I wish they could flip down out of the way or could be removed easily. The headrests enlarge the blindspots on both sides, therefore you must rely heavily on rear view side mirrors when changing lanes. Make sure mirrors are adjusted correctly or you WILL cut someone off when changing lanes. Otherwise, one of my most memorable cars to drive & to look at.
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Available Jaguar XJ-Series 2008 Submodel Types: Sedan, Convertible, XJR, Coupe
Available Trims: XJ8, Vanden Plas, XJ8 L, XJS, XJR, Super V8, XJ8L
Exterior Colors: Ebony, Platinum Silver, Quartz, Pacific Blue Metallic, Platinum Silver Metallic, Spruce Green Metallic, White Onyx, Anthracite Metallic, British Racing Green, Emerald Fire, Indigo Blue, Pacific Blue, Pearl Grey, Porcelain, Sapphire Blue, Slate, Topaz Metallic, Westminster Blue, Zircon
Interior Colors: Champagne premium leather, Charcoal, Dove, Cashmere, Champagne, Dove premium leather, Ivory, Sand
Popular Features: Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Leather Seats, Power Driver Seat, Stability Control, Sunroof/Moonroof, Trip Computer, Parking sensors, Rear Bench Seats, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Power Liftgate/Trunk, Heated seats, Upgraded Headlights, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Tire Pressure Warning, Navigation, Adaptive Cruise Control, Bluetooth, Cooled Seats, Rear Entertainment System, Upgraded Stereo
Engine/Mechanics: 8, 12, 6 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (required), regular unleaded
Drivetrains: rear wheel drive
