Jaguar XJ 1997 4.0 petrol description
Sedan Jaguar XJR 1997 4.0 has been produced from September, 1997 to May, 2003. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 370 horsepower on 6150 rpm - this is the most powerfull Jaguar XJ 1997 - 2003 version and torque 525 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 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 and Eaton M112 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Jaguar XJ 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.3 litres.
Jaguar XJR 1997 4.0 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jaguar XJR 1997 4.0 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Jaguar XJR 1997 4.0 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 13.1 litres per 100km (7.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Jaguar XJ 1997 - 2003 versions, city fuel economy - 18.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 10 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 81 litres or 21.4 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.

Jaguar XJR 1997 4.0 technical data
Model: | Jaguar XJR 4.0 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1997. September ... 2003. May | ||
Engine: | 3996 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 313 g/km |
Power: | 370 HP ON 6150 RPM | Torque: | 525 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.1 (combined) 18.5 (urban) 10.0 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 81 litres (21.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.02m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.30m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1900 kg |
Jaguar XJR 1997 4.0 engine AJ27S
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 3996 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
Compression ratio | 8.9 : 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 XJR 1997 4.0 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.3 litres (7.7 quarts) |
Power | 360 - 370 HP ON 6150 RPM |
Torque | 505 - 525 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Jaguar XKR |
All Jaguar XJ sedan [1997 - 2003] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Jaguar XJ 1997 3.2 | 3.2 Petrol | 240 HP | 12.1 l/100km |
Jaguar XJ 2002 4.0
Jan 2002 — Mai 2003 Most fuel efficient version |
4.0 Petrol | 290 HP | 11.9 l/100km |
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 |