Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Jaguar XK | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | supercharged 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6250 413 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 103.8 in | 4.5 in |
Length | 188.6 in | 167.6 in | 21 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 70.8 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 52.0 in | 58.2 in | -6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3711 lb. | 3373 lb. | 338 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 55.9 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.1 in | 41.2 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 38.1 in | -4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 53.9 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 23.7 in | 35.6 in | -11.9 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.6 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.6 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -43.1 ft3 |
2008 Jaguar XK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 420hp 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent quality and positioning. see full Jaguar XK review |
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