Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 petrol description
Sedan Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 has been produced from January, 2002 to May, 2003. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 290 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 393 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Jaguar XJ 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.3 litres.
Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 fuel consumption is 11.9 litres per 100km (8.4 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Jaguar XJ 1997 - 2003 version, fuel consumption in city - 16.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 81 litres or 21.4 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 technical data
| Model: | Jaguar XJ 4.0 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2002. January ... 2003. May | ||
| Engine: | 3996 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 284 g/km |
| Power: | 290 HP ON 6100 RPM | Torque: | 393 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 240 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.9 (combined) 16.9 (urban) 9.0 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 81 litres (21.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.02m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.31m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1900 kg | ||
Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 engine AJ27
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 3996 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.75 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.3 litres (7.7 quarts) |
| Power | 290 HP ON 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
All Jaguar XJ sedan [1997 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar XJ 1997 3.2 | 3.2 Petrol | 240 HP | 12.1 l/100km |
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Jaguar XJ 2002 4.0
Jan 2002 — Mai 2003 Most fuel efficient version |
4.0 Petrol | 290 HP | 11.9 l/100km |
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Jaguar XJ 1997 R 4.0
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 370 HP | 13.1 l/100km |