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2003 Jaguar S-Type
Body style(s): 4-door sedan
Trim Levels: 3.0, 4.2, R
MSRP range: $41,850-$61,755
Notes: A heavy restyle was peformed on the S-Type for 2003. Although
the exterior of the sedan was little changed, a great deal of reengineering
was performed beneath the surface, stiffening the chassis, revising the
drag coefficient, and all many of other upgrades. Most systems were
affected. The base 3.0 car received a 5-speed manual transmission as
standard this year. Optional on this car and standard on other models
was a new 6-speed ZF automatic -- taken straight out of the 2002 BMW
7-Series. The engine of the V8 car was also replaced with a stroked-out
version now displacing 4.2L. Horsepower jumped by 20 as a consequence.
Stability control was standardized across the board this year. Most
notable of all: Jaguar added the S-Type R to the lineup, a performance
version of the mid-luxury sedan aimed at the likes of the 'Benz E-Class.
Supercharged and intercooled, the R's motor could generate nearly 300
horsepower. This was backed up by massive Brembo brakes. It was
distinguished by unique interior trim, and a mesh grille up front.
Series: 2000-current
DESIGN
Layout:
Seats:
Engine(s): |
longitudinal front-engine, rear-wheel drive, steel unibody
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3.0L 24-valve dohc SFI V6 [S-Type 3.0]
Bore x stroke: 89.0x79.5mm
Compression ratio: 10.5 to 1 (91-octane unleaded)
Horsepower (SAE net): 240bhp@6800rpm
Torque (SAE net): 221lb-ft@4500rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual (f.d. ratio 3.07:1)
Transmission (opt.): 6-speed manumatic (f.d. ratio 3.31:1)
EPA fuel economy (city/hwy, 1985 test): 18/26mpg
4.2L 32-valve dohc SFI V8 [S-Type 4.2]
Bore x stroke: 86.0x90.3mm
Compression ratio: 11.0 to 1 (91-octane unleaded)
Horsepower (SAE net): 293bhp@6000rpm
Torque (SAE net): 303lb-ft@4100rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manumatic (f.d. ratio 2.87:1)
EPA fuel economy (city/hwy, 1985 test): 17/26mpg
4.2L 32-valve dohc SFI supercharged & twin-intercooled V8 [S-Type R]
Bore x stroke: 86.0x90.3mm
Compression ratio: 9.1 to 1 (91-octane unleaded)
Boost pressure: 13.1psi
Horsepower (SAE net): 390bhp@6100rpm
Torque (SAE net): 399lb-ft@3500rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manumatic (f.d. ratio 2.87:1)
EPA fuel economy (city/hwy, 1985 test): 16/24mpg
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DIMENSIONS
EPA Class:
Wheelbase:
Length:
Width:
Height:
Track, F:
Track, R:
Clearance: |
MIDSIZE
114.5"
191.3"
71.6"
55.7"
60.5"
60.8"
5.8"
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Curb weight: |
3650lbs., 3770lbs. (4.0) |
Interior volume:
Cargo volume:
Fuel tank: |
54/45 cu ft. (f/r)
14.1 cu ft.
18.4 gal. |
TECHNICAL
Tires:
Suspension
(f/r):
Brakes (f/r):
Steering:
Active sys.:
Airbags: |
225/55-16; 225/55-17 (4.2); 245/40-18f, 275/35-18r (R)
independent: short/long A-arms, coil springs, tube shocks, ARB
independent: short/long A-arms, coil springs, tube shocks, ARB
disc/disc, ABS (11.8" vented/11.3" vented)
S-Type R: disc/disc, ABS (14.3" vented/11.8" vented)
rack-and-pinion, variable power-assisted, 2.6 turns-to-lock
traction control (std.), yaw control (std.)
dual front, dual front side, f/r dual curtain
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PERFORMANCE
Acceleration (zero to 60 mph):
Braking (60 to zero mph):
Roadholding (skidpad):
Slalom speed (100' intervals):
Turning circle: |
7.9sec. (3.0), 5.2sec. (R)
127ft., 120ft. (R)
0.83g, 0.85g (R)
61.3mph, 65.8mph (R)
37.7ft.
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SEE ALSO:
Lincoln LS
COMPETITORS:
Acura RL,
Audi A6,
BMW 5-Series,
Cadillac Seville,
Infiniti M45,
Lexus GS 300/400,
Mercedes-Benz E-Class,
Oldsmobile Aurora,
Saab 9-5,
Volvo S80
Specific to the S-Type R:
Audi RS 6,
BMW M5,
Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
Jaguar S-Type sedan.
Jaguar S-Type R sedan.
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