1995 Jaguar XJR Test Drive

When Ford bought Jaguar, some were concerned that the prestigious motorcar might become a Lincoln from the radiator back. Jaguar fans were able to breathe easy.  The restyled and re-engineered 1995 XJ-Series were true to the marque.

Performance and handling reached new levels for Jaguar, as power output was increased across the board.  The 4.0-liter XJ6 now put out 245 hp, while the XJR used a supercharged version of the engine, a first for Jaguar, for 322 hp.

The engineers even found a few extra horses for the 6.0-liter V12, which was nwo rated at 313 hp. Suspensions were more taut but still retained that supple Jaguar ride.  The V12 still had the subtle erotic rumble, and you enjoyed a refined whistle from the Eaton positive displacement blower when you put your foot into the XJR. Add to this , the 4-speed automatic transmission, speed-sensitive steering, upgraded anti lock brakes, traction control and real-wood trim interior, and you just now this could never be a Lincoln.

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