2007 Jaguar S-Type R 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

The 2007 Jaguar S-Type R is a Rear-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 4.2L Supercharged V8 DOHC 32-valve engine which outputs 400 hp @ 6100 rpm and is paired with 6 speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2007 Jaguar S-Type R has cargo capacity of 400 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1843 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2007 Jaguar S-Type R has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Rear and front parking assist and. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a It has 18'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 437 N.m of torque and a top speed of 271 km/h. The 2007 Jaguar S-Type R accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 12.9 seconds. Fuel consumption is 13.8 L/100km in the city and 9.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 86,400

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Though aged in terms of design, the 2007 Jaguar S-Type's classic styling and relaxed demeanor should appeal to those seeking an alternative to more common midsize luxury sedans.

The 2007 Jaguar S-Type and S-Type R hit the market just as the engineering of its replacement is concluding. If this elegantly styled, sweet-natured, midsize luxury machine is what you want, it's likely that 2007 will be your last chance to buy a new one.

The S-Type cribs its styling from Jag's '60s icon, the Mark II sedan, but shares much of its substance with the recently discontinued Lincoln LS; both are/were built around Ford's rear-drive "DEW98" platform and so share basic structural, engine and suspension design. However the V6- or V8-powered S-Type drives like a Jaguar with a blend of road manners, comfort and performance the Lincoln was never quite able to pull off.

An English ambience to the car's interior design and materials helps to distinguish the S-Type from competitors like the BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and Lexus GS. It offers the driver and passengers a true Jaguar experience; the leather is aromatic, supple and beautifully upholstered, the use of burled walnut veneers is lavish without being tasteless, and the inside door handles are thickly chromed. To use a very British word, it's posh. Still, for all the beauty that interior contains, there are a few discordant elements such as the air-conditioning system's vents that seem as if they belong on a cheaper car.

The S-Type R lacks the hard edge of cars like BMW's M5 or the Mercedes-Benz E55, and in general the Jag is less sporting in its nature than the direct competition. But overall, the 2007 Jaguar S-Type is still capable enough in its old age to serve as a decent alternative to otherwise more common midsize luxury sedans.

The 2007 Jaguar S-Type lineup consists of three models: V6-powered S-Type 3.0, V8-equipped S-Type 4.2 and the roaring S-Type R with a supercharged V8. Even the cheapest S-Type 3.0 comes fully equipped with power controls for virtually all ordinary tasks, leather on the seats, burl walnut wood along the dash and doors, a moonroof, dual-zone climate controls and 17-inch wheels. To that list of equipment the S-Type 4.2 adds a more powerful 320-watt sound system, xenon headlamps, front park control, a DVD-based navigation system (all of which are optional on the S-Type 3.0) and an electric rear sun blind. Options for both the 3.0 and 4.2 include 18-inch wheels and satellite radio.

The S-Type R wears bird's eye maple wood trim in place of burl walnut but otherwise carries much of the equipment found on the 4.2. Beyond that the S-Type R gets "R Performance" oversize disc brakes, an "Enhanced computer Active Technology Suspension" and wider performance tires on 18-inch wheels. Adaptive radar-based cruise control and 19-inch wheels and tires are all stand-alone options on the S-Type R. Also available is a "Luxury Package" that brings aboard the burl walnut trim with additional wood trim on the steering wheel and shift knob, adds that electric rear sun blind back in, puts contrast piping on the seats and throws in those exciting "bright mirror caps."

The S-Type 3.0 is powered by a 235-horsepower 3.0-liter DOHC 24-valve V6. Above that is the S-Type 4.2 with Jaguar's 300-hp 4.2-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 under its hood. The S-Type R plants a Roots-type supercharger on top of that V8 to boost output to a full 400 hp. All three engines are backed by ZF-made six-speed automatic transmissions. Jaguar claims that the S-Type 4.2 will accelerate from a stop to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds, while the S-Type R will do the same deed in 5.3 seconds.

The driver side and passenger two-stage airbags are supplemented by side airbags for the driver side and front passenger, and side curtain airbags for both front and rear passengers. Jaguar's Dynamic Stability Control system, traction control and antilock brakes with brake assist are also aboard to enhance vehicular control. The NHTSA has awarded the S-Type five-star ratings (the highest) after side-impact testing for front and rear seat occupants.

The 2007 Jaguar S-Type is a supremely comfortable machine that makes gobbling up a continent's worth of pavement pleasant. But its limits are lower than some of the competition and its reflexes more subdued. This is, after all, not a BMW, but a Jaguar.

The S-Type's interior mixes beautiful wood veneers, supple leather upholstery and just enough chrome to produce one of the most attractive motoring environments in its class. However, there are a few pieces of cheesy plastic around that keep it from being perfect.

The S-Type R's 400-horsepower supercharged engine delivers the kind of jack-rabbit starts that can instantly create butterflies in your stomach. Despite the absence of a manual shift program, the six-speed ZF transmission performs flawlessly, delivering seamless shifts without lag or hesitation. The strong brakes and responsive steering work hand-in-hand with the big 18-inch performance tires to deliver a sense of confidence and control. Also worthy of praise is Jaguar's Enhanced Computer Active Technology Suspension, or eCATS, a two-stage sport suspension that automatically adjusts the shock absorber damping to deliver the best combination of performance handling and a comfortable ride. In milliseconds, the system can initiate changes to the shock settings, optimizing the suspension for driving dynamics and road conditions.

Adaptive Cruise ControlA variation on the standard cruise control, this optional feature employs radar to maintain a set distance between the S-Type R and the car ahead.Audible Front and Reverse Park ControlAn audible signal alerts the driver when either the front or rear bumper comes too close to a stationary object. This feature is especially helpful when backing up the car, as the S-Type R's high rear end and narrow rear window restrict visibility.

In typical Jaguar fashion, the S-Type R's interior is filled with fine leather, plush carpeting and rich, polished wood, with a large LCD screen prominently positioned above the center console. Used to display the navigation and audio settings, the screen is easy to view but the buttons and controls surrounding it are small, difficult to decipher and look borrowed from a less expensive Ford sedan. We have mixed feelings about Jaguar's traditional J-gate shifter, which is not conducive to enthusiastic driving because it lacks any type of "tap-shift" manual control. Jaguar's thickly-bolstered power-adjustable sports seats, on the other hand, earn high marks for good support and long-term comfort.

From its vintage Jaguar Mark 2-inspired grille and headlamp treatment, to its rounded C-pillar and curved rear windscreen, the S-Type R's British styling remains one of the car's greatest selling points. Though it shares its curvaceous body panels with the other S-Type models, the S-Type R's massaged exterior treatment gives it a more aggressive appearance. In addition to the distinctive "R" badging, Jaguar replaces the chrome grille surround, bumper guards and door handles with matching body-colored trim. An athletic stance is created by lowering the suspension and adding a handsome set of 18-inch, five-spoke Vulcan wheels mounted with wide, high-performance tires, and a modest yet functional spoiler adorns the S-Type R's rear deck lid.

Befitting its status as the top-of-the-line S-Type, the R features a number of impressive standard features. Included in the mix are a supercharged 4.2-liter V8 engine, a ZF six-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS), 18-inch alloy wheels, Enhanced Computer Active Technology Suspension (eCATS), stability control, front and rear head-curtain airbags, self-leveling xenon headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming heated rearview mirrors, leather seating surfaces, heated 16-way power driver's and 12-way power passenger's seats, DVD-based navigation, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power-adjustable pedals, dual-zone automatic climate control, power moonroof and a 320-watt Alpine audio system with a trunk-mounted six-disc CD changer.

The new R Luxury Package includes radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control, leather seats with contrasting piping, power rear sunshade, Burl Walnut veneer, wood and leather steering wheel and bright chrome exterior accents covering the bumper blades, grille surround, mirror caps and side window trim. Stand-alone options include Adaptive Cruise Control, 19-inch Barcelona-style wheels and a two-tone interior.

Jaguar's 4.2-liter V8 engine is paired with an Eaton supercharger, creating abundant reserves of low-end torque and horsepower without sacrificing the silky-smooth operation Jaguar owners have come to expect. The belt-driven Eaton supercharger forces air through two intercoolers and from there into the engine's combustion chambers, where the pressurized, cooled air raises efficiency and output. The result is acceleration that pins you to your seat and keeps you there as the car rockets forward. The S-Type R's engine is powerful enough to accelerate it from zero to 60 miles per hour in just 5.3 seconds, yet efficient enough to escape the government's Gas-Guzzler fuel tax.4.2-liter V8 Supercharged400 horsepower @ 6100 rpm413 lb.-ft. of torque @ 3500 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 17/23

With a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $ 64,000, the S-Type R appears a relative bargain when compared to the BMW M5 ($ 86,195) or the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG ($ 87,475). Of course, real-world prices may vary widely, so be sure to check the Fair Purchase Price to see what customers in your area are actually paying. In terms of resale, the Jaguar S-Type R is expected to retain only average marks, well below the five-year projected resale figures of the BMW M5, Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG and Cadillac STS-V.

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