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2009 Jaguar XK Safety Review

February 22, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Upgraded brakes
Forbes Autos

No side curtain airbags
Edmunds

Not tested
NHTSA

The 2009 Jaguar XK has plenty of standard safety gear, along with a sturdy and sophisticated yet lightweight aluminum structure that would otherwise indicate good occupant protection; but with a lack of crash-test results (as is commonly the case for more expensive sports cars), we can’t say that for sure.

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.

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 the 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."

J.D. Power also gives an extensive list of the 2009 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.

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

Conclusion

No crash testing data is available, but the 2009 Jaguar XK comes equipped with plenty of reassuring standard safety features.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Upgraded brakesForbes AutosNo side curtain airbagsEdmundsNot testedNHTSA The 2009 Jaguar XK has plenty of standard safety gear, along with a sturdy and sophisticated yet lightweight aluminum structure that would otherwise indicate good occupant protection; but with a lack of crash-test results (as is commonly the case for more expensive sports cars), we can’t say that for sure. 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. 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 the 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." J.D. Power also gives an extensive list of the 2009 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. According to Consumer Guide, "Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and front side airbags that provide head and torso protection." ConclusionNo crash testing data is available, but the 2009 Jaguar XK comes equipped with plenty of reassuring standard safety features.  2009 JAGUAR XK STYLING | [10 out of 10] Motor Trend: "Trite but true: this is sex on wheels." Edmunds: "there's more to this luxury coupe and convertible than sleek and muscular styling." Car and Driver: "Gorgeous interior and exterior styling" ForbesAutos: "Seductive, flowing ...

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All the vehicles in this class have a very distinct character; they’re sold as much on how the tactile feel they send to the driver as they are styling and features. The Porsche 911 comes in Targa and Cabriolet versions, as well as Turbo form, and has the automaker’s famous flat-six engines mounted at the back. The Cadillac XLR has a supercharged option like the Jaguar, but its folding hardtop, angular body, and American V-8 sound have a different appeal. The BMW 6-Series has a fabric convertible top and a 500-hp M6 edition, while the Mercedes-Benz SL roadsters sport a folding hardtop and available AMG versions with more than 600 hp. The XK however has a more distinctive interior design than either the BMW or the Benz.

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