Acura CL vs Jaguar XK8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Jaguar XK8
Overview
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3.2 | XK8 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,200 (best) | $69,830 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 19.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 225 hp | 294 hp (best) |
| Torque | 216 lb-ft | 303 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.2 L | 4.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.6 cu ft (best) | 11.5 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,470 lbs (best) | 3,726 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in (best) | 4.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in (best) | 101.9 in |
| Length | 192 in (best) | 187.4 in |
| Width | 69.2 in | 81.7 in (best) |
| Height | 53.3 in (best) | 50.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura CL3.2 | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura CL | Jaguar XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.2 $28,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XK8 $69,830 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.2 $30,350 MSRP | XK8 $74,830 MSRP |
| 3 | 3.2 Type-S $30,550 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 3.2 Type-S $30,550 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 3.2 Type-S $32,700 MSRP | — |
| 6 | 3.2 Type-S $32,700 MSRP | — |