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2012 JAGUAR XJ

Vehicle Summary

The 2012 Jaguar XJ is a luxurious sedan that features a powerful 5.0-liter V8 engine, capable of producing 470 horsepower, with a supercharged ULEV configuration. Designed for the U.S. market, this elegant four-door vehicle offers both first and second-row side airbags for enhanced safety. Built in Castle Bromwich, UK, by Jaguar Land Rover Limited, it boasts an automatic transmission and a direct TPMS for tire safety. The XJL trim adds further sophistication to this high-performance passenger car.

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Make
JAGUAR
Model
XJ
Year
2012
Engine
5.0L

Complete Specifications

27 specs
Destination Market U.S.
Make JAGUAR
Manufacturer Name JAGUAR LAND ROVER LIMITED
Model XJ
Model Year 2012
Plant City CASTLE BROMWICH
Trim XJL / XJL Supercharged
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Plant Country UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Doors 4
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Steering Location Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
Transmission Style Automatic
Engine Number of Cylinders 8
Displacement (CC) 5000.0
Displacement (CI) 305.11872047366
Displacement (L) 5.0
Fuel Type - Primary Gasoline
Engine Configuration V-Shaped
Engine Brake (hp) From 470
Other Engine Info Supercharged ULEV
Seat Belt Type Manual
Front Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag Locations 1st and 2nd Rows
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type Direct

Known Issues for This Vehicle

Oil leaks

V-shaped engines, like the V8 in the 2012 Jaguar XJ, are prone to oil leaks due to the complexity and number of gaskets and seals.

Timing chain issues

Supercharged engines often experience more stress, leading to potential timing chain wear or failure.

Cooling system problems

High-performance engines, such as the supercharged V8, can suffer from cooling system failures due to the additional heat generated.

Fuel injector failures

Supercharged engines require precise fuel delivery, and issues with fuel injectors can lead to misfires and poor performance.

Supercharger wear

The supercharger itself requires maintenance and can wear out over time, leading to reduced performance or failure.

Electrical problems

Luxury vehicles like the Jaguar XJ often have complex electrical systems that can develop faults affecting engine performance.

Engine mount wear

The powerful V8 engine can cause engine mounts to wear out more quickly, leading to vibrations and noise.

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