Available new from: June 1991  -  May 1995

Jaguar XJS (81-96)
Jaguar XJS (81-96)
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Specs Overview

2wd
Auto
Petrol
2dr
Power (bhp)238 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph7.8 secs
Miles per tank528 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 0
Road tax£345 per year
Dimensions (mm)Length 4820mm X Width 1883mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new XJS 1981 and what is the overall running cost?

Fuel consumption
Pre-2017 test standard
Official fuel economy tests explained
An improved official test for car fuel economy was introduced in September 2017.
The new WLTP test gives figures closer to a car's "true mpg" than the pre-2017 NEDC test, which tended to overstate mpg compared to what real-world drivers would get.
When looking at mpg for two cars, always check the figures were measured under the same test system. Comparing one car's WLTP figure with another's NEDC figure will not tell you which has the better mpg.
27 mpg
Insurance group-
Annual road tax£345
Price when new£38,300
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of XJS 1981 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity89 litres
Weight1705kg
Length4820mm
Width1883mm
Height1241mm
Wheelbase2588mm
Turning Circle-
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of XJS 1981?

Power238 bhp
Top Speed147 mph
0-60 mph7.8 secs
Torque382 Nm, 282 ft-lb
CO2 EmissionsN/a
Euro Emissions Standard
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Emissions data can vary over the lifespan of a version, typically due to manufacturer engine improvements.

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Miles Per Tank528 miles
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of Jaguar XJS 1981?

Engine Size3980cc
Cylinders6
Valves24
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Gearbox4 Speed Auto
DrivetrainRear wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in Jaguar XJS 1981 and its boot size?

Doors2
Seats4
Luggage Capacity-
Unbraked Towing Weight-
Braked Towing Weight-

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