Jaguar Daimler

Daimler Overview and History

Daimler is a division of Jaguar Cars Limited. The British firm Daimler was bought by British company BSA, which at the time was a major manufacturer of motorcycles, in 1910. In 1960 Daimler was sold to Jaguar. Also, confusingly, the name Daimler is used by two completely separate groups of car manufacturers. The history of both companies is connected to the German engineer Gottlieb Daimler, who sold his patent name to the British firm while cars continues to manufactured in Germany under the Daimler name. Daimler as well as in Germany has, since 1896, been the car marque of the British Daimler Motor Company, based in Coventry, England. The UK patent rights to the Gottlieb Daimlers engine were purchased in 1893 by Frederick Simms In 1924 in Germany, the Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft merged with Karl Benzs company to form the Daimler-Benz car company which built Mercedes-Benz cars and trucks. In 1998 Daimler-Benz took over the Chrysler Corporation to form DaimlerChrysler. Known as Britains oldest car marque, Daimler became the official transportation of Royalty in 1898. So you are in good company if you drive one. The Queen of England has a few also. The British Daimler company has also been heavily involved with the production of military transport, including tanks, especially during World War Two; and after the war, buses. Since 1960 the name Daimler continues to be used to for high end top-line XJ Jaguar cars. As of 2007 British Daimlers production is limited to only one model, the Daimler Super Eight, a superb luxury limousine. British Daimlers are sold under a different name in the US to avoid confusion with the DaimlerChrysler Corporation.

2007 Daimler Super Eight

Introduced to the UK in September 1997, the Daimler Super V8 continues to this day to be the highest luxury vehicle in the Jaguar lineup. The first new Daimler model for seven years, were launched in 2005, the latest Daimler Super Eight offering amazing luxury and innovative design, combining the latest Jaguar technology with the timeless craftsmanship of the Daimler luxury brand. Expect luxurious Burr Walnut wood veneer trim on the dashboard, soft leather upholstery and thick lambs wool carpets. Behind the famous signature fluted grille there is also a 4.2 litre 400 BHP supercharged V8 engine which is a current masterpiece of car technology. The refined six-speed automatic gearbox ensures smooth power delivery. Computer controlled air-damped suspension provides decisive, precise handling even at high speeds. Equally equipment levels are generous allowing passengers unrivalled comfort. The Jaguar Daimler is in insurance group 20, the highest bracket. All Jaguar Daimler models are an expensive insurance prospect.

2007 Daimler 4.2 V8 S/C LWB Detailed Specification

• Engine
• Cylinders/valves per cylinder 8/4
• Bore/stroke mm 86.0/90.3
• Capacity cc 4,196
• Maximum power DIN
• EEC PS (kW) 395 (291)
• @ rev/min 6,100
• Maximum torque DIN
• EEC lb.ft. (Nm) 399 (541)
• @ rev/min 3,500
• Compression ratio :1 9.1
• Transmission 6-speed automatic

Performance

• Acceleration 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) sec 5.0 (5.3)
• Top speed mph (km/h) 155 Limited (250)

Fuel Consumption

• Urban mpg (l/100km) 15.8 (17.9)
• Extra urban mpg (l/100km) 32.3 (8.7)
• Combined mpg (l/100km) 23.4 (12.1)
• Carbon dioxide emissions g/km 289
• Tank capacity gals (
• including reserve 18.7 (85) 7.5 res.

Weight / Dimensions

• Kerb weight
• Gross vehicle weight
• Permitted roof load
• Permitted trailer load, (kg) 1,650 (750)
• Permitted trailer load, braked
• Permitted (kg) 168 (76)
• Turning circle ft. in. (m) 39 6 (12.04)
• Boot volume cu. ft. (litres VDA) 16.6 (470)

Standard Features

• 6-speed electronic automatic transmission
• Traction control
• Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS)
• Standard air suspension
• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
• Vented disc brakes, front and rear
• Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
• Chrome fluted grille surround with Daimler D badge and chrome vertical vanes
• Black mesh lower grille with chrome surround
• Chrome finish side power vents with Daimler D badge
• Chrome fluted rear signature blade
• Chrome side window surround
• Chrome mirror caps
• Metallic paint
• Xenon automatic headlamps
• Headlamp washers
• Heated and power-folding exterior mirrors with electric adjustment,
• integrated indicators and ground illumination
• Front fog lamps
• Garage door opener with overhead console remote control
• Parking aid with front and rear sensors
• Electric glass sunroof with tilt/slide one touch operation
• Rain sensing windscreen wipers
• Heated windscreen with timer
• Rear spoiler
• Daimler rear badge
• Vela 8.5J x 19 alloy wheels
• Space saver spare wheel

Standard Interior Features

• Daimler interior theme

• Cooled front seats
• Variable heated front and rear seats
• Electric rear bench seats
• Heated wood 4-spoke steering wheel with multi-function controls for audio,
• cruise control, Bluetooth telephone connectivity and voice
• Leather gear knob with veneer sides
• Analogue clock
• Foot pedals with electric adjustment
• Burr Walnut veneer with boxwood inlay
• Rear business trays, Burr Walnut veneer with boxwood inlay
• Twin front and rear cup holders
• Electrochromic rear view mirror with auto dimming
• Interior mood lighting
• Front and rear electric windows with one-touch open/close and anti-trap
• Rear ashtray with cigar lighter
• Steering column with electric adjustment for height and reach with
• entry and exit tilt-away
• Four zone automatic climate control with air filtration and temperature
• control for driver and passenger
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Forward Alert
• Electric rear window sunblind
• Manual rear side window sunblind
• Front and rear
• Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
• Trip computer with dual function
• Variable ratio speed sensitive power steering

Media

• Premium Sound System
• 6-disc luggage compartment CD changer
• Bluetooth telephone connectivity
• Navigation system
• Twin rear 6.5 inch LCD screens and DVD player
• Front voice control
• Television tuner
• Rear multimedia controls
• Memory Pack

Safety

• Adaptive Restraint Technology System (A.R.T.S.)
• Airbags, front and side (driver and front passenger), Side curtain
• Energy absorbent seating system
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
• High-level rear stop light
• Seatbelt pre-
• Belt minder system
• Rear child seat

Security

• Remote central locking with 2-stage unlock, deadlocking, locking, glass breakage
• ultrasonic intrusion sensing vehicle immobiliser ( 1 approved) and passive sounder
• with battery back up.