2008 Jaguar XK Base RWD Automatic

• Auto on/off self-leveling bi-xenon headlamps w/pwr wash
• Body-color bumpers
• Body-color door handles
• Body-color electrochromic heated pwr mirrors w/auto mirror dip, memory
• Body-color spoiler w/hidden audio antenna
• Bright window surrounds, polished finished trunk plinth, body-colored side vents
• Dark finish upper grille
• Daytime running lights
• Front/rear fog lamps
• Headlamp powerwash w/every sixth windshield wiper activation
• LED taillights
• Pwr-latching self-stowing convertible top
• Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers

• 10-way 3-stage heated front leather pwr bucket seats w/3-position memory, pwr lumbar
• 3-spoke leather-wrapped pwr tilt/telescoping steering wheel w/audio controls, speed controls, memory & auto tilt-away
• 4-way manual front headrests w/whiplash reduction system
• 7 center console touch-screen control system w/DVD navigation
• Amber mood lighting over center console
• Approach sensing keyless entry w/Smart Key system, keyless push-button start
• Auxiliary pwr point in glove box
• Bluetooth wireless phone system w/steering wheel mounted controls
• Center console w/sliding armrest, dual cupholders, ashtray
• Chrome/leather-wrapped shifter
• Courtesy lamps/illuminated footwells w/theater fade-out
• Cruise control w/active speed limiter
• Door puddle/curb illumination
• Dual front map lights
• Dual illuminated sun visor vanity mirrors
• Dual-zone auto climate control system w/filter, humidity sensor, external temp display
• Electrochromic rearview mirror
• Fixed 2-passenger rear bench seat
• Front/rear carpeted floor mats
• Glove box light
• Heated rear window
• HomeLink-compatible garage door/entry gate opener
• Integrated door pockets
• Premium Alpine 160-watt AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer, MP3/WMA capable, Dolby surround, (6) speakers
• Pwr door locks w/2-stage unlock & drive-away locking
• Pwr rear windows
• Pwr windows w/pinch protection, one-touch up/down
• Reverse park control
• Seatback map pockets
• Tire pressure monitoring system
• Trunk light
• Valet lockout for trunk & glove box
• Vehicle security system w/engine immobilizer
• Wood veneer trim

• 18 x 8.5 front/18 x 9.5 rear 7-spoke Venus alloy wheels
• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
• 4-wheel independent suspension
• 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/electronic brakeforce distribution
• 4.2L DOHC MPFI 32-valve V8 engine
• 6-speed automatic transmission w/sequential shift, OD
• Alloy compact spare w/Pirelli tire
• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
• Electronic parking brake
• Enhanced computer active technology suspension (eCATS)
• Hydraulic brake assist (HBA)
• P245/45ZR18 front & P275/40ZR18 rear Continental Sport Contact tires
• Rear wheel drive
• Road speed-sensitive variable-ratio pwr rack & pinion steering
• Semi-active exhaust system w/dual bright tips
• Traction control

• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
• Adaptive restraint technology system (ARTS) w/passenger weight sensor
• Automatic roll-over protection system
• Daytime running lights
• Driver/front passenger frontal airbags
• Driver/front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags
• Front safety belts w/pretensioners, belt-minder system
• Internal trunk release
• Rear seat lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) w/top & lower tether anchorages
• Traction control

Model Highlights

Constructed mostly of aluminum, the 2008 Jaguar XK is significantly stiffer than prior generations. The 4.2L V8 engine is refined and powerful, and is mated to a six-speed sequential transmission with steering wheel paddle shifters. Underneath, the eCATS system actively adjusts the suspension to keep the ride smooth yet sporty. Traction control and dynamic stability control are standard, and the roomy interior is even stocked with a standard DVD-based navigation system. The four-model lineup includes the normally-aspirated V8 XK coupe and convertible (with 300 horsepower) and their rakish alter egos, the supercharged XKRs (420 horsepower). Jaguar aimed for a thoroughbred sports car with the XK and succeeded. The chassis has many aluminum components, helping the convertibles remain stiff enough to handle as respectable sports cars. The transmission, with three settings, can be luxury smooth or razor sharp depending on the driver's mood. Luxury is Jaguar's signature, and both XK and XKR come well-appointed and offer several customization options. On the XK, plenty of leather, aluminum, and two choices of interior wood trim make for a classy interior. Opt for the Aluminum Luxury package ($8,125) and 20-inch staggered-width wheels and tires are added, the dashboard gets wrapped in leather, the seats receive 16-way power adjusters, and the steering wheel is heated. A Premium Sound Package ($1,875) adds a 525-watt amplifier and Dolby surround sound with Sirius satellite radio. An Advanced Technology Package ($2,500) adds adaptive cruise control and active front lighting. The XKR can be made even more opulent. Owners select from either aluminum or three wood trims to begin with. To take the XKR to a new level, a new Portfolio Package is available ($12,000) with either engine-spun aluminum or satin walnut themes and includes, among other goodies, 20-inch staggered-width wheels and tires with a new high-performance braking system, a 525-watt sound system with Bowers & Wilkins speakers, Sirius satellite radio, soft grain leather seating, and aluminum side vents. The convertible soft top operates via a single button and neatly stows under an aluminum tonneau cover. It also features a heated glass rear window. When the top is down the occupants are protected in the event of a rollover by roll bars that pop up behind the seats.