Jaguar XK120
The Jaguar XK120 is a sports car manufactured by Jaguar between 1948 and 1954. It was Jaguar's first sports car since SS 100 production ended in 1939. The XK120 was launched in open two-seater or (US) roadster form at the 1948 London Motor Show as a testbed and show car for the new Jaguar XK engine designed by Jaguar Chief Engineer William Heynes. The sports car caused a sensation, which persuaded Jaguar founder and Chairman William Lyons to put it into production.
| Manufacturer | Jaguar |
|---|---|
| Body type | Coupé |
| Kerb weight | 1,279 kg |
| Displacement | 3,447 cc |
| Top speed | 209 km/h |
| Seats | 2 |
|---|---|
| Doors | 2 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Jaguar XK120 (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 2007–2009 |
| 5.0 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.9 l/100 km | 2010–2015 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Jaguar models
Similar Coupé models
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Jaguar XK120 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Jaguar recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Jaguar XK120?
- The Jaguar XK120 has a rated top speed of 209 km/h.
- How much does the Jaguar XK120 weigh?
- The Jaguar XK120 has a kerb weight of about 1,279 kg.
- How many seats does the Jaguar XK120 have?
- The Jaguar XK120 has 2 seats.