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Interesting Facts About the Jaguar XJ X308

The Jaguar XJ X308 is the sixth‑generation full‑size luxury saloon that Jaguar built from 1997 until the end of 2002. It carried forward the XJ lineage that began in 1968 while introducing new powertrain and chassis technology.

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Sixth‑Generation Launch

The X308 marked the sixth generation of the Jaguar XJ and was introduced for the 1998 model year. Internally it was codenamed X308, continuing Jaguar's tradition of alphanumeric project names.

New Powertrain and Suspension

This generation was the first XJ to feature the Jaguar AJ‑V8 engine paired with an independent rear suspension. The combination delivered a modern blend of performance and ride comfort for a full‑size luxury sedan.

Production Milestone

Jaguar ceased X308 production in December 2002 after building 126,260 examples. The model years spanned from 1998 through 2002, with some references listing 2003 as the final year.

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