Target Audience:
Luxury sedan buyers seeking a full-size flagship with traditional Jaguar styling and refined V8 performance
Segment:
Full-size luxury sedan
Key Advantage:
Lightweight aluminum body construction, distinctive British styling and a lower price point than German rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series
Main Competitors:
Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8, Lexus LS 460
Body Construction:
Riveted and bonded aluminum monocoque
Engine:
4.2L V8, naturally aspirated or supercharged
Suspension:
Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS) air suspension
Cabin:
Full-grain leather, burl walnut veneer, touch-screen controls
Manual Type:
Factory Owners Manual (driver handbook)
Coverage Areas:
Vehicle operation, controls, convenience features, maintenance schedules, safety systems, emergency procedures
Page Count:
Approximately 250 pages
Delivery:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (searchable PDF, printable)
Instruments and Controls:
Instrument cluster, warning indicators, switchgear operation
Climate Control:
Dual-zone automatic climate control operation
Audio and Navigation:
Touch-screen infotainment, audio system, navigation controls
Lighting:
Exterior and interior lighting controls, headlamp leveling
Wipers and Washers:
Rain-sensing wiper operation, washer system
Seats and Mirrors:
Power seat adjustment, memory settings, heated seats, power mirrors
Doors and Security:
Keyless entry, immobilizer, alarm system, locking features
Windows and Sunroof:
Power window operation, one-touch functions, sunroof controls
Driving Systems:
Air suspension, Dynamic Stability Control, cruise control, parking aid
Transmission:
Six-speed automatic operation, Sport mode, manual shift selection
Starting and Stopping:
Keyless start procedure, emergency start-up
Fueling:
Fuel filler door operation, fuel requirements
Tire Care:
Tire pressure requirements, tire change procedure, jack placement points
Emergency Procedures:
Jump starting, towing, flat tire, breakdown procedures
Fuse Replacement:
Fuse box locations and fuse ratings
Bulb Replacement:
Exterior bulb replacement procedures
Fluid Checks:
Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid checks
Child Safety:
Child seat fitting, ISOFIX anchors, child locks
Technical Depth and Parts
Technical Depth:
Owner-level operation and care; not a workshop repair manual
Maintenance Information:
Factory service intervals, fluid specifications, tire and bulb data
Parts Information:
Fluid capacities and specifications; no part numbers catalog
Appendices:
Technical specifications, index, quick reference sections
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
Engine Options:
4.2L V8 (naturally aspirated) or 4.2L supercharged V8
Displacement:
4.2L (4,196 cc)
Configuration:
90-degree V8, 32-valve DOHC
Fuel Requirement:
Premium unleaded (91+ octane)
Power (XJ8):
Approximately 300 hp
Power (Super V8):
Approximately 400 hp
Torque (XJ8):
Approximately 310 lb-ft
Torque (Super V8):
Approximately 413 lb-ft
Fuel System Type:
Sequential electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 18.4 US gallons
Supercharger:
Eaton Roots-type supercharger (Super V8 / XJR only)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 119.4 in (XJ8); approximately 124.4 in (XJ8 L / Vanden Plas / Super V8)
Length:
Approximately 200.7 in (standard wheelbase); approximately 205.5 in (long wheelbase)
Width:
Approximately 74.9 in
Height:
Approximately 57.9 in
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3,800-4,000 lb depending on variant
Construction:
Lightweight aluminum body structure
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not specified in the owners manual
Dynamic Stability Control:
Standard, with traction control
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution
Emergency Brake Assist:
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Standard
Airbags:
Dual front, side-impact and side curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Pretensioners and load limiters
Body Structure:
Riveted and bonded aluminum safety cell construction
Audio System:
Premium audio with CD player, radio and touch-screen controls
Touch Screen:
Central 7-inch touch screen for audio, climate and vehicle settings
Navigation:
DVD-based satellite navigation (where equipped)
Bluetooth:
Bluetooth telephone connectivity (where equipped)
Parking Aid:
Front and rear ultrasonic park sensors
Rear Park Camera:
N/A - not fitted to this model year in most markets
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A - not available on this model
Oil Change Interval:
Approximately every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first
Service Schedule:
Detailed factory maintenance schedule included in the manual
Tire Rotation:
Recommended at each service interval
Engine Oil:
Full synthetic 5W-20 meeting Jaguar specification
Coolant:
Jaguar-approved OAT (orange) long-life coolant
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
ZF lifetime fill fluid (check per manual specification)
Fuel:
Premium unleaded, 91+ octane
Known Issues / Wear Items
Air Suspension:
Air springs and compressor are common wear items on higher-mileage cars
Handbrake:
Electric parking brake module can require attention
Brakes:
Regular inspection of pads and discs; rear electric brake calipers are service-specialist items
Battery:
Low battery charge can trigger multiple warning messages
Manufacturer:
Jaguar Cars, Coventry, England, founded 1922 as Swallow Sidecar Company
Brand Status in 2008:
Owned by Ford Motor Company; sold to Tata Motors in 2008
XJ Lineage:
Flagship Jaguar sedan produced since 1968 (Series 1 XJ)
X350 Generation:
All-aluminum XJ introduced in 2003
2008 Facelift (X358):
Revised exterior with new grille, bumpers and interior updates
Assembly Plant:
Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, England