Jaguar XK 2006 4.2 petrol description
Coupe Jaguar XKR 2006 4.2 has been produced from September, 2006 to January, 2009. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.2 litres, which produces power of 420 horsepower on 6250 rpm - this is the most powerfull Jaguar XK 2006 - 2009 version and torque 560 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 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 XK 4.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7 litres.
Jaguar XKR 2006 4.2 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Jaguar XKR 2006 4.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Jaguar XKR 2006 4.2 fuel consumption is 12.3 litres per 100km (8.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Jaguar XK 2006 - 2009 versions, fuel consumption in city - 19.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 71 litres or 18.76 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.

Jaguar XKR 2006 4.2 technical data
Model: | Jaguar XKR 4.2 | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2006. September ... 2009. January | ||
Engine: | 4196 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 294 g/km |
Power: | 420 HP ON 6250 RPM | Torque: | 560 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.3 (combined) 19.1 (urban) 8.6 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres (18.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.79m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 120 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 330 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2080 kg |
Jaguar XKR 2006 4.2 engine AJ34S
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 | 4196 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90.3 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.1 : 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 XKR 2006 4.2 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.5 litres (10 quarts) |
Power | 420 HP ON 6250 RPM |
Torque | 560 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2006 |
Duration of production | 3 years |
Engine also used on | Jaguar XKR |
All Jaguar XK coupe [2006 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Jaguar XK 2006 8 4.2
Most fuel efficient version |
4.2 Petrol | 300 HP | 11.3 l/100km |
Jaguar XK 2006 R 4.2
Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds |
4.2 Petrol | 420 HP | 12.3 l/100km |