Jaguar S-Type 4.0 V8

Newest Review: ... flaw is the gearbox which is a five speed Ford USA unit. In the 3-litre model this has caused Jaguar a number of teething ... more

... troubles with the control ECU and gearchanges can sometimes be inappropriate. In the 4.0 V8 this is nowhere nearly as noticeable and the only slight annoyance is that on kickdown the box can change down too many gears instead of relying on the huge torque. But then - Cindy Crawford has a spot on her face doesn't she? The reverse park control is worth a special mention as it is a "must have" option on all Jags and very accurate, positioning the car within 3 ins of an obstacle before the beeps turn to a...more

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Jaguar S-Type 4.0 V8: Jaguar S-Type 4.0 litre V8 (617 words)
by - written on 14/03/03 (Very useful, 2316 readings)
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I took delivery of a new 4.0 litre S-Type in October 2000 as my company car. My version was fitted with headlamp powerwash, reversing park aid and the more sophisticated Premium Sound system with CD autochanger. The car is a dream to drive and has covered over 55,000 miles since I first slid into the drivers seat. The 0-60 time is sub 7 seconds which means most cars are left behind at the lights and the car is rock-solid at the (limited) max speed of 150mph which I attained with ludicrous ease at a track event. I have driven most Opels, BMWs and Mercs and agree with the motoring press when they state the BMW 5-series is slightly more poised dynamically, ... Read the complete review