Jaguar XJ I (Series 1) photos

1968 — 1973 · sedan

1

photos

5

specifications

180–249

hp

8.1 s

best 0–100

Photos

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1968-1973

About this generation

The first generation of the executive sedan, which became the embodiment of British elegance.

Series 1 laid the foundation for the XJ philosophy, offering an ideal balance between comfort and handling. The car featured a classic design that defined the look of Jaguar flagships for decades to come. The model was equipped with inline-six engines and later the legendary V12, providing a ride smoothness that became a benchmark in the luxury class.

Specifications

5

4813 mm189.5 in

Length

1770 mm69.7 in

Width

1340 mm52.8 in

Height

2762 mm108.7 in

Wheelbase

Petrol

2.8

180hp(134 kW)

2.8 l 4-speed manual RWD

Torque: 247 Nm (182 lb-ft)
Top speed: 188 km/h (117 mph)
Displacement: 2792 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1600 kg (3527 lb)
Fuel tank: 105 l (27.7 gal US)

2.8

180hp(134 kW)

2.8 l 3-speed automatic RWD

Torque: 247 Nm (182 lb-ft)
Top speed: 180 km/h (112 mph)
Displacement: 2792 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1615 kg (3560 lb)
Fuel tank: 105 l (27.7 gal US)

4.2

245hp(183 kW)

4.2 l 4-speed manual RWD 0–100 9.3 s

Torque: 384 Nm (283 lb-ft)
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Displacement: 4235 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1675 kg (3693 lb)
Fuel tank: 105 l (27.7 gal US)

4.2

245hp(183 kW)

4.2 l 3-speed automatic RWD 0–100 10.1 s

Torque: 384 Nm (283 lb-ft)
Top speed: 193 km/h (120 mph)
Displacement: 4235 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1690 kg (3726 lb)
Fuel tank: 105 l (27.7 gal US)

5.3

249hp(186 kW)

5.3 l 3-speed automatic RWD 0–100 8.1 s

1972–1973

Torque: 408 Nm (301 lb-ft)
Top speed: 225 km/h (140 mph)
Displacement: 5343 cc
Cylinders: 12
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1780 kg (3924 lb)
Fuel tank: 105 l (27.7 gal US)

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