Jaguar XJ (X351)

Jaguar XJ (X351)
Overview
Manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover
Production March 2010–present[1][2]
Assembly Castle Bromwich, UK (Castle Bromwich Assembly)
Pune, India[3]
Designer
Body and chassis
Class Full-size luxury car (F)
Body style 4-door saloon
Layout FR layout
Powertrain
Engine 3.0 L V6 diesel
2.0 L I4 petrol turbocharged
3.0 L V6 petrol supercharged
5.0 L V8 petrol
5.0 L V8 petrol supercharged[5]
Transmission 6-speed automatic[5]
8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase SWB: 3,032 mm (119.4 in)
LWB: 3,157 mm (124.3 in)[5]
Length SWB: 5,122 mm (201.7 in)
LWB: 5,247 mm (206.6 in)[5]
Width Excl mirrors: 1,894 mm (74.6 in)
Incl mirrors: 2,110 mm (83 in)[5]
Height 1,448 mm (57.0 in)[5]
Kerb weight

SWB:

  • Diesel: 1,796 kg (3,960 lb)
  • Petrol: 1,755 kg (3,869 lb)
  • Supercharged: 1,892 kg (4,171 lb)

LWB:

  • Diesel: 1,813 kg (3,997 lb)
  • Petrol: 1,773 kg (3,909 lb)
  • Supercharged: 1,915 kg (4,222 lb)[5]
Chronology
Predecessor Jaguar XJ (X358)

The Jaguar XJ (X351) is the latest version of the Jaguar XJ executive saloon from Jaguar Cars. Announced in 2009, and on sale from 2010, the new model features completely new styling combined with underpinnings based on the previous X350 version.

The vehicle is produced at the Castle Bromwich Assembly plant in Birmingham, United Kingdom.[6] In 2014, assembly from complete knockdown kits (CKD) of the XJ would commence in Jaguar Land Rover's facility in Pune, India.[7]

Initial release

Rear view
Interior

Jaguar invited Jay Leno to unveil the new XJ during the launch at the Saatchi Gallery in London on 9 July 2009.[8] The unveiling was broadcast live on the Jaguar website. The US model was unveiled in 2009 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.[9]

Production of the car was due to begin in September 2009, with first deliveries being made in early 2010.[10] Production later began in March 2010, arriving in dealer showrooms in May 2010.[11][12] At the 2010 Moscow motor show the XJ Sentinel was introduced.[13][14] This is an armoured version of Long Wheelbase XJ with B7-level ballistic protection as well as defence against 15 kg TNT or equivalent explosive. It has the 5.0  L supercharged (510PS) engine from the XJ Supersport and 19-inch wheels with Dunlop Self Supporting Technology Run on Flat tires.[15]

Design

The XJ was designed at Jaguar Land Rover's Whitley plant in Coventry, by a team led by design director Ian Callum.[16] Design work began in 2005, with final theme approval taking place in November 2006 and the design being frozen in the first half of 2008.[17][18] The new design is a complete break from any earlier XJ, although mechanically the car is a development of the previous version.[19]

Models

In addition to the standard version with a 3,035 mm (119.5 in) wheelbase, a long-wheelbase version is available with a 3,160 mm (124 in) wheelbase.[8] However, unlike other full-size flagship executive cars, the long-wheelbase variant was designed first and is expected to make up 67 percent of sales in the United States market.[20]

Models Luxury Premium Luxury Portfolio Supersport Sentinel
Engines 3.0 L diesel 3.0 L diesel, 5.0 L 3.0 L diesel, 5.0 L, 5.0 L supercharged 470 PS 3.0 L diesel, 5.0 L supercharged 510 PS5.0 L supercharged 510 PS
Wheels (standard)Meru 18-inch alloyAleutian 19-inch alloyKasuga 20-inch alloyMataiva 20-inch alloyAleutian 19-inch alloy

Engines

Engines are enlarged and upgraded versions of the previous V8 petrol and V6 diesel

ModelType (displacement, bore × stroke)power, torque@rpmacceleration (0–100 km/h) (s)top speed[21]
3.0-litre V6 Diesel AJ-V6D GEN III2,993 cc (2.993 L; 182.6 cu in) V6 twin turbo, 84 mm × 90 mm (3.3 in × 3.5 in)275 PS (202 kW; 271 hp) @ 4,000, 600 N·m (440 lbf·ft) @ 2,0006.4250 km/h (155 mph)
5.0-litre V8 Petrol AJ-V8 GEN III5,000 cc (5.0 L; 310 cu in) V8, 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)385 PS (283 kW; 380 hp) @ 6,500, 515 N·m (380 lbf·ft) @ 3,5005.7250 km/h (155 mph)
5.0-litre V8 Petrol Supercharged 470 PS AJ-V8 GEN III5,000 cc (5.0 L; 310 cu in) V8 supercharged, 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)470 PS (346 kW; 464 hp) @ 6,000–6,500, 575 N·m (424 lbf·ft) @ 2,500–5,5005.2250 km/h (155 mph)
5.0-litre V8 Petrol Supercharged 510 PS AJ-V8 GEN III5,000 cc (5.0 L; 310 cu in) V8 supercharged, 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)510 PS (375 kW; 503 hp) @ 6,000–6,500, 625 N·m (461 lbf·ft) @ 2,500–5,5004.9250 km/h (155 mph)

Transmission and speed

All 2010 models of the Jaguar XJ include standard six-speed automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential Shift carried over from the previous car, the main change being steering wheel paddles rather than the "J" gate. The car has an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.[22][23]

Chassis

The XJ features a lightweight aluminium floorpan & body (with 50% recycled material content) based on the X350 chassis and retaining a proportion of the earlier floor pan. The biggest change is reversion to steel coil springs for the front suspension, retaining air suspension for the rear only. Continuously variable damping electronically controlled as before but with driver selectable modes.[24] The aluminium alloy uni-body makes the XJL among the lightest of the full-size executive saloons despite its exterior proportions, weighing in at 4,131 lb (1,874 kg), which is 245 lb (111 kg) lighter than the mid-size/executive BMW 550i.[20]

Equipment

Driver information and entertainment is provided by a Bowers & Wilkins 1,200-watt, 20-speaker Dolby 7.1 surround-sound system[10] and a bi-directional touch screen display - on which the driver can only see the vehicle functions (and satellite navigation data), but a front passenger can simultaneously view a DVD movie or a television transmission.[24] Standard equipment levels on the United States-spec XJL with the base engine includes a panoramic dual-pane moonroof, lane-departure warning, navigation, quad-zone climate control and power sunshades, which is considered to be generous at this price point compared to other flagship executive saloons.[20]

Fuel economy and emissions

The diesel engined version will have a fuel economy of better than 40 miles per imperial gallon (7.1 L/100 km; 33 mpg-US) and a CO2 emission rating of 184 g/km.[4]

Production

On 11 May 2010, the British Prime Minister, David Cameron, took delivery of the dark grey (car No. 10) of Jaguar XJ Sentinel as his official transport.[25]

In 2011, David Cameron took the delivery of another XJ Sentinel featuring "bomb proof" doors, bullet proof glass and armoured plating beneath the floor of the car, respectively replacing the previous XJ Sentinel.[26]

2011 update

New options include:[27]

XJ 5.0 V8 Portfolio Prestige

It is a version sold in Hong Kong market.[28] Based on XJ Portfolio LWB with 5.0-litre petrol engine, it includes XJ rear seat comfort pack and gloss oak interior veneer.

XJ Ultimate

Available only in long wheelbase body, the car was developed by the Jaguar Land Rover's specialist Engineered To Order (ETO) division. The vehicle was unveiled in 2012 Beijing Auto Show.

US model includes V8 supercharged 510 PS, eight-speed automatic transmission, and went on sale in late 2012 as 2013 model year vehicle.[29]

In India, the XJ Ultimate is available with a 5.0 litre V8 petrol engine that costs 18.8 million (US$280,000) or with a 3.0 litre V6 turbocharged diesel engine that costs 17.8 million (US$260,000).[30]

Models

Models Luxury Premium Luxury Portfolio Portfolio Prestige Supersport Ultimate
Engines 3.0 L diesel 3.0 L diesel, 5.0 L 3.0 L diesel, 5.0 L, 5.0 L Supercharged 470 PS 5.0 L 3.0 L diesel, 5.0 L Supercharged 510 PS3.0 L diesel, 3.0 L Supercharged 340 PS, 5.0 L Supercharged 510 PS
Wheels (standard)Meru 18-inch alloyAleutian 19-inch alloyKasuga 20-inch alloyKasuga 20-inch alloyMataiva 20-inch alloyMaroa 20-inch forged

Portfolio Prestige, Ultimate available in long wheel base only.

Engines

ModelType (displacement, bore x stroke)power, torque@rpmacceleration (0–100 km/h) (s)top speed[21][31]
3.0-litre V6 Diesel AJ-V6D GEN III2,993 cc (183 cu in) V6 twin turbo, 84 mm × 90 mm (3.3 in × 3.5 in)275 PS (202 kW; 271 hp) @ 4,000, 600 N·m (440 lbf·ft) @ 2,0006.4250 km/h (155 mph)
5.0-litre V8 Petrol AJ-V8 GEN III5,000 cc (305 cu in) V8, 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)385 PS (283 kW; 380 hp) @ 6,500, 515 N·m (380 lbf·ft) @ 3,5005.7250 km/h (155 mph)
5.0-litre V8 Petrol Supercharged 470PS AJ-V8 GEN III5,000 cc (305 cu in) V8 supercharged, 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)470 PS (346 kW; 464 hp) @ 6,000-6,500, 575 N·m (424 lbf·ft) @ 2,500-5,5005.2250 km/h (155 mph) (280 km/h (174 mph) with Speed Pack)
5.0-litre V8 Petrol Supercharged 510PS AJ-V8 GEN III5,000 cc (305 cu in) V8 supercharged, 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)510 PS (375 kW; 503 hp) @ 6,000-6,500, 625 N·m (461 lbf·ft) @ 2,500-5,5004.9250 km/h (155 mph) (280 km/h (174 mph) with Speed Pack)

2012 update

Changes include:[32][33]

XJR (2013-)

Available in short and long bodies, XJR includes a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine rated 550 PS (405 kW; 542 hp) and 680 N·m (502 lb·ft), increased top speed to 280 km/h (174 mph), eight-speed automatic transmission with a bespoke tuning for the XJR, new front splitter and aerodynamic sill section combined with an additional rear spoiler and unique 'R' bonnet louvres, Electronic Active Differential and Dynamic Stability Control systems calibrated to enhance handling characteristics, new 20-inch 'Farallon' forged alloy wheels with bespoke Pirelli low-profile tyres, semi-aniline leather, a choice of veneers and contrasting stitching on the seats.[34]

The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 New York Auto Show, 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed.[35] US model went on sale as 2014 model year vehicle.[36]

Models

Models Luxury Premium Luxury Portfolio Supersport Ultimate XJR
Engines 2.0 L i4 Ti, 3.0 L V6 S/C, 3.0 L diesel 275 PS 2.0 L i4 Ti, 3.0 L V6 S/C, 3.0 L 275 PS 2.0 L i4 Ti, 3.0 L V6 S/C, 5.0 L V8 N/A 385 PS, 5.0 L V8 S/C 470 PS, 3.0 L diesel 275 PS 3.0 L V6 S/C, 5.0 L V8 S/C 510 PS, 3.0 L diesel 275 PS 3.0 L V6 S/C, 5.0 L V8 S/C 510 PS, 3.0 L diesel 275 PS 5.0 V8 S/C 550PS
Wheels (standard)Meru 18-inch alloyAleutian 19-inch alloyKasuga 20-inch alloyMataiva 20-inch alloyMaroa 20-inch forgedFarallon 20-inch alloy

Engines

ModelType (displacement, bore x stroke)power, torque@rpmacceleration (0–100 km/h) (s)top speed
2.0 i4 Ti1,999 cc (122 cu in) I4, 87.5 mm × 83.1 mm (3.44 in × 3.27 in)240 PS (180 kW; 240 hp) @ 5,500, 340 N·m (251 lb·ft) @ 2,000-4,0007.5241 km/h (150 mph)
3.0 V6 S/C2,995 cc (183 cu in) V6 supercharged, 84.5 mm × 89 mm (3.33 in × 3.50 in)340 PS (250 kW; 340 hp) @ 6,500, 450 N·m (332 lb·ft) @ 3,500-5,0005.9250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
3.0 V6 S/C AWD2,995 cc (183 cu in) V6 supercharged, 84.5 mm × 89 mm (3.33 in × 3.50 in)340 PS (250 kW; 340 hp) @ 6,500, 450 N·m (332 lb·ft) @ 3,500-5,0006.4250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
5.0 V8 N/A 385PS5,000 cc (305 cu in) V8 (AJ-V8 GEN III) 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)385 PS (283 kW; 380 hp) @ 6,500, 515 N·m (380 lb·ft) @ 3,5005.7250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
5.0 V8 S/C 470PS5,000 cc (305 cu in) V8 supercharged (AJ-V8 GEN III), 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)470 PS (346 kW; 464 hp) @ 6,000-6,500, 575 N·m (424 lb·ft) @ 2,500-5,5005.2250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
5.0 V8 S/C 510PS5,000 cc (305 cu in) V8 supercharged (AJ-V8 GEN III), 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)510 PS (375 kW; 503 hp) @ 6,000-6,500, 625 N·m (461 lb·ft) @ 2,500-5,5004.9250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
5.0 V8 S/C 550PS5,000 cc (305 cu in) V8 supercharged (AJ-V8 GEN III), 92.5 mm × 93 mm (3.64 in × 3.66 in)550 PS (405 kW; 542 hp) @ 6,500, 680 N·m (502 lb·ft) @ 2,500-5,5004.6280 km/h (174 mph) (limited)
3.0D 275PS2,993 cc (183 cu in) V6 twin turbo (AJ-V6D GEN III), 84 mm × 90 mm (3.3 in × 3.5 in)275 PS (202 kW; 271 hp) @ 4,000, 600 N·m (443 lb·ft) @ 2,0006.4250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)

Transmissions

All models include ZF 8HP eight-speed automatic transmission.[37]

2014 model year update

Changes include optional Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System for 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine models, addition of long-wheelbase models, new 550PS XJR, Intelligent Stop/Start system for all engines, increased headroom for long-wheelbase models (except US model).[38]

2015 facelift

Changes include LED front and rear lights, rear J-Blade lights, a new grill, and a new InControl Touch Pro infotainment system, new driver assistance technology and a new audio system [39]

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