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2008 Jaguar XK Safety Review

November 5, 2008

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

No side curtain airbags
Edmunds

Upgraded brakes
ForbesAutos

Not tested
NHTSA

TheCarConnection.com found expert reviewers to be impressed with this Jaguar; 2008’s XK has plenty of standard safety gear.

According to ConsumerGuide, "Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and front side airbags that provide head and torso protection."

J.D. Power also gives an extensive list of the 2008 Jaguar XK's safety measures, including "dual front airbags" and "seat-mounted, side-impact airbags for head/chest protection for front occupants," but does note that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has not crash tested the vehicle.

Edmunds points out that "all XK convertibles have two aluminum hoops that auto-deploy in the case of a rollover accident." Cars.com makes note of a new alert system called Forward Alert, which “sounds a warning if the car is approaching an obstacle at too high a speed. The driver can preset the distance at which the alert activates."

Kelley Blue Book lists four-wheel disc brakes with four-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS), Trac Dynamic Stability Control (TracDSC), anti-theft security system with engine immobilizer, and "Jaguar's dynamic head restraint system that helps prevent whiplash in case of a rear impact" as other safety features.

Conclusion

The 2008 Jaguar XK has plenty of standard safety features, but the government hasn’t crash tested one yet.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:No side curtain airbagsEdmundsUpgraded brakesForbesAutosNot testedNHTSA TheCarConnection.com found expert reviewers to be impressed with this Jaguar; 2008’s XK has plenty of standard safety gear. According to ConsumerGuide, "Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and front side airbags that provide head and torso protection." J.D. Power also gives an extensive list of the 2008 Jaguar XK's safety measures, including "dual front airbags" and "seat-mounted, side-impact airbags for head/chest protection for front occupants," but does note that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has not crash tested the vehicle. Edmunds points out that "all XK convertibles have two aluminum hoops that auto-deploy in the case of a rollover accident." Cars.com makes note of a new alert system called Forward Alert, which “sounds a warning if the car is approaching an obstacle at too high a speed. The driver can preset the distance at which the alert activates." Kelley Blue Book lists four-wheel disc brakes with four-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS), Trac Dynamic Stability Control (TracDSC), anti-theft security system with engine immobilizer, and "Jaguar's dynamic head restraint system that helps prevent whiplash in case of a rear impact" as other safety features. ConclusionThe 2008 Jaguar XK has plenty of standard safety features, but the government hasn’t crash tested one yet. 2008 JAGUAR XK STYLING | [10 out of 10] Cars.com: "Styling garners almost universal admiration" Edmunds: "Clearly a new kitten -- and a sexy one at that" ForbesAutos: "Seductive, flowing lines, a low-to-the-ground stance" Car and Driver: "Gorgeous interior and exterior stylin g" In ...

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Other Choices:

The three German sportscars in the XK's class each have distinct appeal. The Mercedes-Benz SL roadsters sport a folding hardtop and available AMG versions with more than 600 hp, while the BMW 6-Series has a fabric convertible top and a 500-hp M6 edition. The Porsche 911 comes in Targa and Cabriolet versions, as well as Turbo form. The Cadillac XLR has a supercharged option like the Jaguar, but its folding hardtop and angular body have a different appeal.

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