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Series III Versions

- XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE (1983)- XJ6 3.4 (1979)- XJ6 4.2 (1979)

Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE Specs

(1983 - 1987) - Technical Specifications for Years 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987

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With a maximum top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h), a curb weight of 4255 lbs (1930 kgs), the Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE has a naturally-aspirated - V12 cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 295 PS (291 bhp - 217 kW) at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 432 Nm (318 lb.ft) at 3250 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 3 speed Automatic gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the Series III Stock tire sizes are 215 / 70 on 15 inch rims at the front, and 215 / 70 on 15 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE braking system includes Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The Series III model is a car manufactured by Jaguar, sold new from year 1983 until 1987, and available after that as a used car.

Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Series 3

Body :	-

Num. of Doors :	4 doors


Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	- V12

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Inj. Elec. Lucas

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	326.2 cu-in / 5345 cm3

Bore x Stroke :	3.54 x 2.76 inches 90 x 70 mm

Number of valves :	24 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	12.5

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	291 HP / 295 PS / 217 kW @ 5500 rpm

Maximum torque :	318 lb-ft / 432 Nm @ 3250 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic


Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road:	22 MPG 10.5 L/100 Km 27 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway:	18 MPG 13.1 L/100 Km 22 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	13 MPG 18.8 L/100 Km 15 MPG UK

Fuel Tank Capacity :	24 gallons 91 L 20 UK gallons

Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE Performance

Top Speed :	143 Mph / 230 Km/h

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s

Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	112.8 inches / 286.5 cm

Length :	195.24 inches / 495.9 cm

Width :	69.69 inches / 177 cm

Height :	54.21 inches / 137.7 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Curb Weight :	4255 lbs / 1930 Kg

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	6.5 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :


Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	215/70 R15

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	215/70 R15

What engine is in Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE?
The Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE has a - V12, Petrol engine with 5345 cm3 / 326.2 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1983 Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE have?
The 1983 Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE has 295 PS / 291 bhp / 217 kW.

How much does a Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE weighs?
The Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE weighs 1930 Kg / 4255 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE?
The Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE top speed is 230 Km/h / 143 mph.

Is Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Jaguar Series III XJ12 HE - Sovereign HE is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).