Andy Dale's
Jaguar XKR Convertible
4.2 ltr Supercharged V8
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Vehicle Details
| Model | 2003 Jaguar XKR Convertible 4.2 ltr Supercharged V8 |
| Colour | Pacific Blue |
| Interior | Classic Ivory Leather |
| Hood | Blue |
| Gearbox | 6 Speed Electronic Automatic |
| Wheels | R-Performance 20" Split-Rim Detroit Alloys |
| Brakes | R-Performance Brembo 4 Piston Calipers |
Technical Specifications
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Capacity | 4196 cc |
| Maximum Power - DIN | 400 bhp - 298 KW@ 6100 rpm |
| Maximum Torque - DIN | 408 ft-lbs - 553 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Redline | 6200 rpm |
| Fuel Grade | Unleaded Petrol |
| Power to weight ratio | 95 bhp/liter - 0.22 bhp/kg |
| Chassis # | A33392 |
Performance
| Acceleration 0-60 mph | 5.3 sec's |
| Acceleration 0-100 mph | 12.6 sec's |
| Quarter Mile | 13.6 sec's @ 104 mph |
| Top Speed | 155 mph (250 kph) Limited |
Fitted Equipment
Adaptive Restraint Technology System (ARTS) |
Heated Rear Window |
Fuel Consumption
| Urban | 15.6 mpg |
| Extra Urban | 30.7 mpg |
| Combined | 22.6 mpg |
| Tank Capacity | 16.5 gals - 75 ltr |
| CO2 Emissions | 304 g/km |
Dimensions
| Overall length | 4,776 mm |
| Overall width | 2,015 mm |
| Overall height | 1,306 mm |
| Usable boot Volume - VDA | 0.307 cu m (10.8 cu.ft) |
| Turning Circle | 11.0 m (36ft 2in) |
Weight
| Kerb weight | 1,815 kg |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,181 kg |
Drivetrain
| Engine | AJ 90º V 8 |
| Engine Location | Front, longitudinally mounted |
| Displacement | 4.196 liter - 256.1 cu in |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC (Dual Overhead Camshaft) |
| Bore / Stroke | 86.0 mm / 90.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel feed | Fuel injection |
| Aspiration | Eaton rotor type supercharger |
| Gearbox | ZF 6HP26 6 Speed Automatic |
| Drive | Rear wheel drive |
Brakes
| Type | R-Performance Brembo |
| Calipers | 4 Piston Aluminum |
| Front Discs | 355 x 32 mm Ventilated Cross-Drilled |
| Rear Discs | 330 x 28 mm Ventilated |
| Stopping Distance | 115 feet (from 60 mph) |
Tyres (Pirelli)
| Front | Pirelli P-Zero Direzionale 255/35 ZR 20 |
| Rear | Pirelli P-Zero Asimetrico 285/30 ZR 20 |
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Tyres (Dunlop)
| Front | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 255/35 ZR 20 |
| Rear | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 285/30 ZR 20 |
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Transmission
| Gear Type | 6 Speed Automatic ZF 6HP26 |
| 1st Gear Ratio | 4.17:1 |
| 2nd Gear Ratio | 2.34:1 |
| 3rd Gear Ratio | 1.52:1 |
| 4th Gear Ratio | 1.14:1 |
| 5th Gear Ratio | 0.87:1 |
| 6th Gear Ratio | 0.69:1 |
Consumables
| Engine Oil | Mobil 1 SuperSyn 0W-40 Synthetic |
| Break Fluid | Super DOT 4 |
| Screen Wash |
Upgrade
| Front Discs | Brembo 355x32mm Vented Cross-Drilled # C2N-3427 |
| Front Pads | EBC Redstuff Ceramic # DP31110C (132x67x17mm) |
| Rear Pads | EBC Redstuff Ceramic # DP31140C (110x69x14mm) |
| Front Pads | EBC Yellowstuff Ceramic # DP41110R (132x67x17mm) |
| Rear Pads | EBC Yellowstuff Ceramic # DP41140R (110x69x14mm) |
| XKR Grille | Jaguar OEM 2005 XKR Grille # C2N-2752 |
| XKR Grille Kit | Jaguar OEM # C2N-3273, C2N-3291, C2N-3292 |
| XKR Plinth | Racing Green Cars # 2RSJG.B039900 |
The front disks, front and rear pads required changing so I did some research on the internet and found better components for the XKR. As I already had the 'R' Performance Brembo brakes fitted I was able to upgrade the ventilated non-drilled front discs (Jaguar Part# C2N3428) to the ventilated cross-drilled discs (Jaguar Part# C2N3427) at no extra cost. The disks were sent off for Cryogenic treatment at Frozen Solid, a process that improves the braking stability and lifetime of the disks. I then found some high performance brake pads that were suitable, gave 40% better braking with a reduction in dust & noise. There were quite a few pads to choose from: Hawk Ceramic, EBC Redstuff, EBC Yellowstuff & Ferodo DS2500. The finally went for a set of EBC Redstuff front & rear brake pads but they did require a little adjustiment to make them fit into the Brembo calipers, 1 minute with a file and all was OK.
I recently replaced the front mesh grille & bumper with the newer Jaguar 2005 XKR style stainless steel grille and repositioned the number plate underneath the grille. I bought the Jaguar OEM 2005 XKR mesh grille, mounting pin and brackets direct from Jaguar (Part#C2N-2752, C2N-3273, C2N-3291 & C2N-3292). I bought the number plate plinth and bumper cover kit from Racing Green Cars (Part#2RSJG.B039900). I had to cut down the number plate as the plinth was a little smaller then the standard UK number plate. I also had to slightly reshape the plinth to fit to the shape of the Jaguar 2003 nose. This bumper cover kit came unfinished so I had to paint it matt black using Hammerite metal paint. To replace the mesh grille took some time as the nose, old grille & pumpers had to come off first.
I've run the XKR on EBC Redstuff for over a year and they ran nice and clean but a little noisy. I'm now trying the EBC Yellowstuff which and quieter but a little dirty.
I also keep on catching the front number plate plinth on curbs and things as it sits a little low so I'm looking for a replacement.
My nearside headlamp has started to flicker, any ideas?
I have just been quoted £299 (front) and £335 (rear) for each Pirelli P-Zero tyre but Jaguar are now also fitting the cheeper Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tyres at £205 and £199 each.
10 Feb 2009 - 2 Rear Dunlop Tyres supplied and fitted by Silverline £391 inc VAT
22 June 2009 - Ordered Front (£130.15) and Rear (£110.13) Brake Pads from EBC (Redstuff). Used discount code scooby58 for 15% discount + free 48hr delivery.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2009 15:46
