Pros Iconic British status symbol. Beautiful car inside and out. High luxury. High performance.
Cons High insurance.
The S type is a classic Jag, an iconic British car synonymous with the swinging sixties and in particular swinging London. The original, which was launched in 1963, was one of the highest performance vehicles around at the time, with a look which combined total swagger with imperial style and distinction. The original S-Types were cancelled in August 1968 with the arrival of the larger Jaguar XJ6. The modern S type takes its look from the classic Jaguar S-Types of the 60s, the Mark II, and continues a reputation for style and performance and superb interior and exterior design. The modern Jaguar S-Type was introduced in the late nineties and is marketed as a mid-size luxury / executive car.
The S type is famous for its distinctive styling - the bold grille and famous raked bonnet. Its an engineering masterpiece. Current models include the high performance 4.2-litre V8 supercharged engine, Jaguars most potent production engine, delivering an exhilarating 400 hp. Constructed in light compacted Graphite Iron, the S-Types twin turbocharged diesel engine manages reasonable fuel efficiency of 41.5 mpg on basic models as well as high performance. Features include Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard on all models; as well as Sat Nav, Bluetooth, Adaptive Cruise Control, quality upholstery, fine leathers, highly polished wooden veneers or contemporary aluminum. The plush, leather seats of SE models feature colour-keyed upper facia and door top rolls, and leather trimmed four spoke steering wheel. Luxury redesigned classic leather seats are on all SE models, available with optional distinctive satin mahogany veneer. Apart from the hefty prices the only other downside is that S-Type insurance groups start at group 14 and rise to group 19, only one below the most expensive rating of 20. The modern S-Type is set to be discontinued in 2008 UK and replaced with a more contemporary looking vehicle so get one while you can.
2.7 Litre V6 Diesel 3.0 Litre / V6 4.2 Litre / V8 Supercharged
6-speed manual - 6-speed auto/ 6-speed auto/ 6-speed auto
Performance (manufacturers estimates)
Acceleration 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) sec 8.1 (8.5) 8.2 (8.6) 7.5 (7.9) 5.3 (5.6)
Top speed mph (km/h) 143 (230) 141 (2Jaguar S Type27) 145 (233) 155 (250) Limited
Fuel Consumption
Urban mpg (l/100km) 30.4 (9.3) 26.4 (10.7) 17.3 (16.3) 15.2 (18.6)
Extra urban mpg (l/100km) 51.4 (5.5) 45.6 (6.2) 36.0 (7.8) 30.4 (9.3)
Combined mpg (l/100km) 41.5 (6.8) 36.0 (7.8) 26.2 (10.8) 22.7 (12.4)
Carbon dioxide emissions g/km 179 208 259 294
Tank capacity gals (Ltr) approx. (incl. 5 Ltr reserve) 14.95 (68.0) 14.95 (68.0) 14.95 (68.0) 14.95 (68.0)
Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS) - co-ordinates the best
possible balance between ride and handling by analysing road conditions and
making up to 3,000 adjustments every second to the suspension settings via
electronically controlled dampers. Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) - intervenes in demanding driving situations by applying braking to individual wheels and reducing engine torque. Classic interior theme - Colour keyed upper facia and upper front door
panels, Bronze Stained Sapele veneer on facia and door panels, leather gear
knob (manual) or wooden gear knob (automatic). Classic seats with leather seat facings (8/6 way) - Drivers electric adjustment including fore/aft, height, cushion tilt, recline and passengers electric adjustment including fore/aft, height and recline.
Classic seats with leather seat facings (10/8 way) - Drivers electric
adjustment including fore/aft, height, cushion tilt, recline, lumbar support
and passengers electric adjustment including fore/aft, height, recline and
lumbar support.
Sport interior theme - Warm Charcoal upper facia and upper front door
panels, Aluminium facia and door panel inserts, leather gear knob (manual),
sport leather gear knob with chrome sides (automatic).
Sport perforated seats with leather seat facings (8/6 way) - Drivers electric
adjustment including fore/aft, height, cushion tilt, recline and passengers
electric adjustment including fore/aft, height and recline.
R interior theme - Warm Charcoal upper facia and upper front door panels,
Aluminium facia and door panel inserts, R leather steering wheel, R leather
with chrome sides gear knob. R seats with leather seat facings (16/12 way) - Drivers electric adjustment including fore/aft, height, cushion tilt, recline, lumbar support, cushion length and passengers electric adjustment including fore/aft, height, cushion tilt,
recline and lumbar support.
Navigation system - With DVD mapping and a 7 inch Touch screen
controls for postcode entry, audio, automatic climate control and
(where fitted) JaguarVoice and Bluetooth telephone connectivity.
Jaguar Sound System - With radio featuring EON, RDS, PTY, TA and
single slot CD player with automatic volume control and 4 speakers.
Jaguar Premium Sound System - With radio featuring EON, RDS, PTY,
TA, DSP and single slot CD player with automatic volume control, power
amplifier and 10 speakers. Bluetooth telephone connectivity - a Bluetooth equipped Jaguar, enables hands-free use of your mobile phone at any time when the
phone is in the car. Bluetooth is compatible with a selected range of
mobile phones from a number of different manufacturers.
Bluetooth telephone pre-wire - pre-wire only of Bluetooth
telephone connectivity. Does not include components to enable
Bluetooth operation. (The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Jaguar Cars Limited is under license.)
JaguarVoice - Voice control of audio, automatic climate control and
(where fitted) Bluetooth telephone connectivity and Navigation.
Safety
Adaptive Restraint Technology System (A.R.T.S.)
Airbags, front and side (driver and front passenger)
Side curtain airbags
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Energy absorbent seating system
Front and rear seat belts pre-tensioners
ISOfix anchor points for rear child seat
High level rear stop light
Security
Locking wheel nuts
Remote control central locking with drive-away locking
Security system with intrusion and perimetric alarm with
engine immobilizer
(2.7D/3.0)
6-speed electronic automatic transmission
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Traction control
Vented disc brakes, front and rear
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
Chrome grille surround with bright mesh grille
Chrome rear signature blade
Chrome bumper blades
Chrome side window surrounds
Headlamps with automatic on/off and manual levelling
Heated exterior mirrors with electric adjustment
Heated rear window with timer
Parking aid with rear sensors
Antares 7.5J x 17_ alloy wheels
Space saver spare wheel
Classic interior theme
Driver’s and passenger’s front seats with electric adjustment
New Classic seats with leather seat facings (8/6 way)
Folding 60/40 split rear seats
Leather 4-spoke steering wheel with remote controls for audio, cruise control, optional JaguarVoice® and Bluetooth® telephone connectivity
Automatic climate control with air filtration and dual zone temperature control for driver and front passenger
Cruise control
Steering column with electric adjustment for height and reach with entry and exit tilt-away
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Trip computer with dual function
Variable ratio speed sensitive power steering
Jaguar Sound System
(2.7D/3.0)
in addition to Spirit
Body colour grille surround with bright mesh grille
Body colour bumper blades
Body kit (includes Front Fog Lights)
Satin black side window surrounds
Sport interior theme
Sport perforated seats with leather seat facings (8/6 way)
Mercury 8J x 18_ alloy wheels
Sports suspension
(2.7D/3.0)
in addition to Spirit
Metallic paint
Auto-dimming exterior mirrors (includes interior rear view mirror)
Rain sensing windscreen wipers
New Classic seats with leather seat facings (10/8 way)
Memory function with 2 settings for driver’s seat, exterior mirrors, steering column and (where fitted) adjustable foot pedals
Twin front cup holders with auxiliary power socket
Navigation system with DVD mapping and 7 inch Touch screen
Triton 8J x 18_ alloy wheels
(4.2 Supercharged) in addition to Spirit
R suspension with Computer Active
Technology Suspension (CATS)
Jaguar R vented disc brakes with four piston silver colour callipers and Jaguar
R logo
Body colour grille surround with bright mesh grille
Body colour bumper blades
Rear spoiler
Satin black side window surrounds
Metallic paint
Xenon headlamps with automatic levelling
Headlamp washers
Auto-dimming exterior mirrors (includes interior rear view mirror)
Heated and power-folding exterior mirrors with electric adjustment
Heated windscreen with timer
R seats with leather seat facings (16/12 way)
Variable heated front seats
Memory function with two settings for driver’s seat, exterior mirrors and steering column
Carpet mat set
Twin front cup holders with auxiliary power socket
Folding 60/40 split rear seats are not available on R
Ski-hatch with bag Barcelona 8J x 19_ (front) 9.5J x 19_ (rear) alloy wheels
Navigation system with DVD mapping and 7 inch Touch screen
Bluetooth® telephone pre-wire