Road Test
make	Jaguar XF SV8
engine	QOHC 32-Valve V8
capacity	4196cc Supercharged
bore & stroke	89.3 x 90.0 mm
compression ratio	9.1:1
max boost	n/a
red line	6500rpm
power	306kW @ 6250rpm
torque	560Nm @ 3500rpm
specific power	80kW/litre
specific torque	133Nm/litre
power to weight	164 kW/tonne
torque to weight	304Nm/tonne
base mass	1842kg
steering	Variable Ratio - Speed Sensitive
lock-to-lock	2.75 turns
suspension F	Computer Adaptive; Independent; Unequal Length Wishbones
suspension R	Computer Adaptive: Multi Link
brakes F	4-pot; 355 x 32mm ventilated
brakes R	2-pot; 226 x 20mm ventilated
ABS	yes
park brake	Central Electronic
drive/transmission	Front Engine; RWD/6-speed Automatic with Paddle Shift
gear ratios	1: 4.17:1; 2: 2.30; 3: 1.52; 4: 1.14; 5: 0.87; 6: 0.69
final drive ratio	3.07:1
pricing	R783 850
wheels	F: 9J x 20; R: 9.5J x 20
tyres front	255/35 ZR 20
tyres rear	285/30 ZR20
spare type	Space Saver
warranty	3-year/100 000km
service plan	5-year/100 000km Maintenance Plan
roadside assistance	yes
Cars in Action Rating	9