The 1998 Jaguar XJ8 was a four-door luxury sedan that had a base price of $54,750. Power was from a dual-overhead-cam eight-cylinder engine that offered 290 horsepower. The engine found in the XJR was a supercharged version that had 370 horsepower. Both engines had a displacement size of 243 cubic-inches and an electronic sequential port fuel injection system. The XJ-Series had an improved suspension to handle the powerful V8 and the engine was mated to a five-speed automatic.Inside, the instrument panel was restyled with a new gauge cluster and new wood paneling. The steering wheel was given controls for the stereo, cruise control, and optional telephone.
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
Related Reading : Jaguar XJ History
The Jaguar XJ series began in 1968 and has continued in various forms and Series into modern times. The first Mark was introduced in 1968 and continued until 1992. During this time there were three series, Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3. In 1986 Jaguar introduced the Mark II which continued until 2002. During this time there were the XJ40, XJ81, X300, X305, and X308. The Mark III was introduced....
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$64,900 - $69,900
Mark II X308 XJ8 Specification Comparison by Year
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Production
Wheelbase
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101.90 in., 113.00 in.
8 cyl., 243.00 CID., 290.00hp
8 cyl., 244.10 CID., 370.00hp
8 cyl., 244.10 CID., 370.00hp
$54,750 - $67,420
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