Jaguar XKR 1998 4.0 petrol description
Coupe Jaguar XKR 1998 4.0 has been produced from February, 1998 to August, 2002. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 363 horsepower on 6150 rpm and torque 505 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. 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 XKR 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.3 litres.
Jaguar XKR 1998 4.0 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jaguar XKR 1998 4.0 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Jaguar XKR 1998 4.0 fuel consumption is 12.5 litres per 100km (8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Jaguar XKR 1998 - 2004 versions, city fuel economy - 18 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
Jaguar XKR 1998 4.0 technical data
| Model: | Jaguar XKR 4.0 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1998. February ... 2002. August | ||
| Engine: | 3996 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 363 HP ON 6150 RPM | Torque: | 505 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.5 (combined) 18.0 (urban) 9.4 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.76m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.30m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 327 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2010 kg | ||
Jaguar XKR 1998 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 XKR 1998 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 XJ |
All Jaguar XKR coupe [1998 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Jaguar XKR 1998 4.0
Feb 1998 — Aug 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 363 HP | 12.5 l/100km |
|
Jaguar XKR 2002 4.2
Aug 2002 — Jan 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds |
4.2 Petrol | 395 HP | 12.4 l/100km |