Target Audience:
Luxury full-size sedan buyers; executives and enthusiasts seeking a blend of traditional Jaguar refinement and modern aluminum construction technology
Segment:
Full-size luxury sedan
Primary Competitors:
Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series, Lexus LS 430, Audi A8
Key Advantage:
Lightweight aluminum body structure giving lower curb weight, agile handling, and improved fuel economy relative to steel-bodied rivals
Distinctive Character:
Classic Jaguar styling with modern aerospace-derived riveted and bonded aluminum monocoque
Body Construction:
Riveted and bonded aluminum monocoque (approximately 40% lighter than equivalent steel body)
Engine:
4.2L AJ-V8 naturally aspirated or supercharged
Air Suspension:
Computer-controlled air suspension with adaptive damping (CATS)
Interior:
Full grain leather trim, burl walnut veneers, touch-screen control interface
Coverage Areas:
Vehicle operation, controls, comfort and convenience features, driving procedures, care and maintenance, emergency information
Manual Type:
Factory Owners Manual (driver handbook)
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this edition
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download after purchase
Binding:
Digital PDF document
Compatibility:
Viewable on computers, tablets, and smartphones with a PDF reader
Instruments and Controls:
Gauge cluster, warning lamps, indicator symbols, switchgear operation
Audio and Communication:
Audio system, touch-screen display, phone integration controls
Climate Control:
Automatic climate control operation, air distribution, seat heating
Seats and Restraints:
Power seat adjustment, memory settings, seat belts, child restraint fitting
Lighting:
Exterior lamps, interior lighting, headlamp leveling and washers
Wipers and Washers:
Rain-sensing wiper operation, screen wash
Doors, Windows, Mirrors:
Keyless entry, locking, power windows, power mirrors, soft-close doors
Parking Aid:
Front and rear parking sensors operation
Driving Aids:
Cruise control, electronic parking brake, stability control (DSC)
Air Suspension:
Air suspension system behavior and settings
Transmission:
Six-speed automatic transmission operation, J-gate shifter, Sport mode
Fueling and Refueling:
Fuel filler location, fuel requirements, filler cap use
Load Space and Towing:
Trunk use, load securing, towing guidance
Vehicle Care:
Washing, polishing, interior care, wheel and tire care
Wheels and Tires:
Tire pressures, tire care, spare wheel and jack usage
Emergency Procedures:
Jump starting, changing a wheel, tow eye use, fuses, bulb replacement
Fluids and Capacities:
Approved fluid specifications and refill capacities
Maintenance:
Owner-performed checks, service interval guidance
Specifications:
Dimensions, weights, engine data, electrical system data
Technical Depth:
Owner-level operational detail; workshop procedures are covered in separate service literature
Parts Information:
Genuine Jaguar parts and approved fluids guidance
Roadside Assistance:
Program information included with the vehicle documentation
Symbols Glossary:
Warning and information symbol reference
Index:
Alphabetical index for quick topic location
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
4.2L (4196 cc) AJ-V8, 32-valve DOHC, naturally aspirated
Upper Engine Option:
4.2L supercharged AJ-V8 (XJR / Super V8)
Configuration:
90-degree V8, aluminum block and heads
Fuel Requirement:
Premium unleaded fuel (91 octane or higher recommended)
Performance:
N/A - not specified in this owners manual
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
N/A - not specified for this model
Wheelbase:
Approximately 3,035 mm (119.5 in) for standard wheelbase; long-wheelbase models approximately 3,157 mm
Overall Length:
Approximately 5,078 mm (200 in) standard wheelbase; LWB models longer
Body Construction:
Riveted and bonded aluminum monocoque
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1,700 kg (3,748 lb) for XJ8, lower than comparable steel-bodied rivals due to aluminum construction
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not specified in this owners manual
ABS:
Anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution
Stability Control:
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with traction control
Emergency Brake Assist:
Applies maximum braking force in panic stops
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Low tire pressure warning system
Front Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags with occupant sensing
Side Airbags:
Front seat-mounted side airbags
Curtain Airbags:
Side curtain airbags for outboard occupants
Seat Belts:
Front pretensioners with load limiters, rear three-point belts
Body Structure:
High-strength aluminum crash structure with front and rear crumple zones
Audio System:
Premium audio system with CD player and touch-screen control; optional amplifier upgrades by trim level
Display:
Touch-screen interface for audio, climate, and vehicle settings
Phone:
Integrated Bluetooth phone connectivity (where equipped)
Parking Aid:
Front and rear ultrasonic parking sensors with audible warnings
Cruise Control:
Conventional cruise control with steering-mounted controls
Adaptive Cruise:
N/A - not specified for this model
Oil and Filter:
N/A - not specified for this model
Scheduled Service:
Maintenance schedule outlined in the Service Portfolio booklet supplied with the vehicle; owners manual covers owner-performed checks
Engine Oil:
Oil meeting Jaguar specification; grade and capacity listed in the specifications section of the manual
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant meeting Jaguar specification
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 brake fluid
ATF:
Transmission fluid per Jaguar specification (lifetime fill under normal use)
Air Suspension:
Air springs and compressors are known wear items on the X350 platform; monitor for sagging or warning messages
Handbrake:
Electronic parking brake module may require attention over time
Tires:
Rear tire wear can be elevated; maintain correct pressures per the placard
Manufacturer:
Jaguar Cars, a British luxury marque founded in 1922 (as Swallow Sidecar Company), owned by Ford in 2006
Heritage:
Long tradition of V8 and V12 luxury saloons including the Mark X, XJ6, and XJ12
Model Introduction:
The aluminum-bodied X350-generation XJ debuted in 2003, replacing the steel-bodied X308 XJ
2006 Model Year:
Continued X350 platform with 4.2L AJ-V8 in XJ8, Vanden Plas, XJR, and Super V8 trims
Later Evolution:
Facelifted X358 series followed from 2008
Production Location:
Castle Bromwich assembly plant, Birmingham, England