Segment:
Luxury Grand Tourer
Competitors:
Porsche 911, BMW M6, Mercedes-Benz SL, Aston Martin DB9
Design Philosophy:
Elegant styling, powerful performance, refined comfort
Body Styles:
Coupe and Convertible
Engine:
V8 Supercharged (4.2L and 5.0L variants)
Transmission:
Automatic (ZF 6HP26/6HP28)
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Suspension:
Adaptive Damping, Front (Double Wishbone), Rear (Multi-Link)
Brakes:
Hydraulic, Ventilated Discs, ABS, EBD, Traction Control
Steering:
Power Assisted Rack and Pinion
Electrical:
Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Lighting, HVAC, Infotainment
Body And Chassis:
Aluminum Construction, Exterior Trim, Interior Components
Climate Control:
Automatic Climate Control, A/C System
Airbags:
Front, Side, Curtain Airbags
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Fluid Changes, Filter Replacements
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic Fault Codes (DTCs), Symptom-Based Diagnosis
Repair:
Engine Overhaul, Transmission Rebuild, Suspension Component Replacement
Disassembly And Assembly:
Component-level disassembly and reassembly procedures
Removal And Installation:
Detailed steps for removing and installing all major components
Adjustments:
Wheel Alignment, Sensor Calibration, Control Module Programming
Depth:
Comprehensive (Bumper-to-Bumper), including diagnostics, repair, and specifications
Diagrams And Illustrations:
Pictorial diagrams, exploded views, and schematic drawings
Special Tools:
Reference to specific Jaguar service tool numbers and usage
Engine Type Early:
4.2L V8 Supercharged (AJ-V8 Gen III)
Engine Type Late:
5.0L V8 Supercharged (AJ-V8 Gen IV)
Horsepower 4.2L:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque 4.2L:
413 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Horsepower 5.0L:
420 hp @ 6000 rpm (early 5.0L) / 470 hp @ 6000 rpm (later 5.0L XKR-S)
Torque 5.0L:
461 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm (early 5.0L) / 460 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm (later 5.0L XKR-S)
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SEFI)
Recommended Fuel:
Premium Unleaded (91 Octane or higher)
NHTSA Ratings:
Information varies; consult specific year's official ratings.
Active Safety:
ABS, EBD, Traction Control (ASPC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC - optional)
Passive Safety:
Front airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags, whiplash protection system
Infotainment System:
Touchscreen Navigation System, Premium Audio (Bowers & Wilkins optional)
Driver Assistance Features:
Parking sensors, Adaptive Cruise Control, Bi-Xenon Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting (AFS)
Connectivity Options:
Bluetooth phone integration, USB/Auxiliary input
Oil Change Interval:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (or as per dealer recommendation for severe conditions).
Transmission Fluid Service:
Recommended replacement at 60,000-100,000 miles or as per manual, though Jaguar initially listed as 'lifetime' (fluid flush recommended).
Engine Oil Capacity 4.2L:
Approx. 7.2 liters (7.6 US quarts) with filter. SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended.
Engine Oil Capacity 5.0L:
Approx. 7.7 liters (8.1 US quarts) with filter. SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended.
Coolant Type:
Jaguar specific extended life coolant (Blue or Orange depending on year) or equivalent OAT coolant (e.g., Havoline XCL).
Common Wear Items:
Suspension bushings, coolant expansion tank, fuel pump, ignition coils, timing chain tensioners (early 4.2L models), supercharger snout seals.
Electrical Gremlins:
Can occur due to battery age/condition or module failures. Regular battery maintenance is crucial.
Brand Focus:
British luxury sports cars, performance engineering
Generation:
X150 (Second Generation)
Introduction:
Introduced for the 2006 model year, replacing the X100 XJS predecessor.
Facelift:
Minor updates in 2010, including introduction of the 5.0L V8 Supercharged engine.
Production Period:
2006-2014 (for the X150 generation)
