1996-2006
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What makes it iconic
The grand tourer that replaced the XJS and reestablished Jaguar's presence in the GT market. The XK8's AJ-V8 engine was the first V8 Jaguar had designed in-house.
History
Geoff Lawson's XK8 was Jaguar's return to beautiful grand tourers after the aging XJS. The supercharged XKR variant with 375 hp offered genuine performance. It was the last Jaguar GT designed under British ownership before Ford's influence reshaped the brand.
Timeline
1996Production begins
2006Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total91,406
DesignerGeoff Lawson
Production Period1996-2006
Estimated Value$15K-$35K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine4.0L V8 (AJ-V8)
Power290 hp
Transmission5-speed automatic
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,625 kg
Engine Details
Displacement4.0L (3,996 cc)
Performance
Weight-to-Power5.6 kg/hp
Tags
Designed by Geoff Lawson
From the 1990s
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