Jaguar

Jaguar is a British automotive manufacturer that traces its roots to 1922. Originally founded as SS Cars, the company became known as Jaguar Cars after WW2. Over the years, Jaguar has cemented its place as one of the most well known and regarded automotive brands in the world. While the company has produced many notable luxury cars like the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/mark-iv/">Mark IV</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">XJ</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xf/">XF</a>, Jaguar is most known for its&nbsp;racing and&nbsp;sporting heritage. Legendary models such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/e-type/">E-Type</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/d-type/">D-Type</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xk140/">XK140</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/c-type/">C-Type</a> are just a few of the revered models created by Jaguar.

Jaguar is a British automotive manufacturer that traces its roots to 1922. Originally founded as SS Cars, the company became known as…

The Jaguar XJ was first introduced in 1968. A series of luxury sedans, the XJ has long been one of Jaguar&#39;s flagship models, representing high levels of luxuy, performance, and style. The XJ has been produced in eight generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/series-1/">Series 1 (1968-1973)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/series-2/">Series 2 (1974-1979)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/series-3/">Series 3 (1980-1992)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj40/">XJ40 (1988-1994)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj300/">XJ300 (1995-1997)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj308/">XJ308 (1998-2003)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj350/">XJ350 (2004-2010)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj351/">XJ351 (2011-2019)</a>.

The Jaguar XJ was first introduced in 1968. A series of luxury sedans, the XJ has long been one of Jaguar's flagship models, representing…

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Series 1

The first generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced in 1968. Retroactively known as the Series 1, the first generation of XJ was a range of luxury sedans fitted with inline six engines. Starting in 1972, a V12 option was offered in the XJ12 variant. The Series 1 XJ was in production until 1973 and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/series-2/">Jaguar XJ Series 2</a>.

The first generation of Jaguar XJ was introduced in 1968. Retroactively known as the Series 1, the first generation of XJ was a range of…

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Series 2

The second generation <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced for the 1974 model year. Known as the Series 2, the second generation of XJ featured a range of inline six engines, as well as one V12 option. Largely built as luxury sedans, the Series 2 is the only generation of Jaguar XJ to feature a coupe variant, known as the XJ-C. Notable variants include the XJS, Vanden Plas, and Double Six. The Series 2 was in production until 1979 and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/series-3/">Jaguar XJ Series 3</a>.

The second generation Jaguar XJ was introduced for the 1974 model year. Known as the Series 2, the second generation of XJ featured a range…

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Series 3

The third generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced for the 1980 model year. Known as the Series 3, the third generation of XJ was a series of luxury sedans offered with inline six or V12 engines, and featured light styling changes from the previous generation. Notable variants include the Sovereign, the Double Six, and Vanden Plas. While the majority of Series 3 production ended in 1987, V12 powered variants of the Series 3 XJ remained in production until 1992. The Series 3 was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj40/">Jaguar XJ40</a>.

The third generation of Jaguar XJ was introduced for the 1980 model year. Known as the Series 3, the third generation of XJ was a series of…

XJ40

The fourth generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced in 1988. Known as the XJ40, the fourth generation XJ featured an all new platform fitted with Jaguar&#39;s independent rear suspension as well as more angular styling. The XJ40 was available with a range of inline six engines as well as a V12 option. Notable XJ40 variants include the XJR, Vanden Plas, and XJ12. The XJ40 was in production until 1994 when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj300/">Jaguar XJ300</a>.

The fourth generation of Jaguar XJ was introduced in 1988. Known as the XJ40, the fourth generation XJ featured an all new platform fitted…

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XJ300

The fifth generation of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced for the 1995 model year. Known as the XJ300, the fifth generation of XJ was powered by a range of inline six engines as well as a V12 option. The XJ300 series luxury sedans featured variants such as the Vanden Plas, Sovereign, and the XJ12. The XJ300 was in production until 1997, and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj308/">Jaguar XJ308</a>.

The fifth generation of the Jaguar XJ was introduced for the 1995 model year. Known as the XJ300, the fifth generation of XJ was powered by…

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XJ308

The sixth generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced for the 1998 model year. Known as the XJ308, the sixth generation XJ was powered by a V8 engine and was available as a short or long wheelbase luxury sedan. The XJ308 was the last generation built using the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj40/">XJ40</a> platform and featured variants such as the Sport, Vanden Plas, and Super V8. The XJ308 was in production until 2003 when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj350/">Jaguar XJ350</a>.

The sixth generation of Jaguar XJ was introduced for the 1998 model year. Known as the XJ308, the sixth generation XJ was powered by a V8…

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XJ350

The seventh generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced for the 2004 model year. Known as the XJ350, the seventh generation XJ was offered as a short or long wheelbase luxury sedan. The XJ350 was built using an aluminium unibody technique, making the car lighter than its predecessor. In 2007, the XJ350 received a facelift, cars built after 2007 are known as the XJ358. Production of the XJ350 generation of XJ ended in 2009. The XJ350 was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/xj351/">Jaguar XJ351</a>.

The seventh generation of Jaguar XJ was introduced for the 2004 model year. Known as the XJ350, the seventh generation XJ was offered as a…

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XJ351

The eighth generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/jaguar/xj/">Jaguar XJ</a> was introduced for the 2011 model year. Known as the XJ351, the eighth generation of XJ featured a drastic styling change, but was still based on the previous XJ350 platform. The XJ351 was offered with V6 or V8 engine options, and features a top of the range performance XJR variant.

The eighth generation of Jaguar XJ was introduced for the 2011 model year. Known as the XJ351, the eighth generation of XJ featured a…

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