1983 Jaguar XJ Vanden Plas
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Photo: 1986 Jaguar XJ6 in Regent Gray, Front Left, 07-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1987 Jaguar XJ6 in Grenadier Red, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Jaguar, Techno-Classica 2018, Essen (IMG 9492) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Jaguar, Techno-Classica 2018, Essen (IMG 9509) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1986 Jaguar XJ6 in Regent Gray, Rear Left, 07-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Series III (1979–1987); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: 1986 Jaguar XJ6 in Regent Gray, Front Left, 07-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Jaguar XJ6 in Grenadier Red, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jaguar, Techno-Classica 2018, Essen (IMG 9492) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jaguar, Techno-Classica 2018, Essen (IMG 9509) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Jaguar XJ6 in Regent Gray, Rear Left, 07-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1983 Jaguar XJ Vanden Plas is a 4.2-liter inline-6 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
The XJ measures 199.5 inches long on a 112.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,034 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | DOHC I6 (XK engine), 2x SOHC 24-valve, carbureted |
| Displacement | 4.2 L |
| Bore and Stroke | 92.07 x 106 |
| Injection Type | 2x Stromberg 175 CD carburettors (US spec) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 199.5 in |
| Width | 70 in |
| Height | 54.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,034 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1983 Jaguar XJ.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.