BMW 318i vs Jaguar XK8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Jaguar XK8
Overview
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 318i | XK8 |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1998 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $69,830 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 19.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 294 hp (best) |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 303 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.9 L | 4.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Jaguar XK8XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 11.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,954 lbs (best) | 3,726 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 101.9 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 187.4 in (best) |
| Width | 66.9 in | 81.7 in (best) |
| Height | 54.8 in (best) | 50.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | 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 | BMW 318i | Jaguar XK8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318i $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XK8 $69,830 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | XK8 $74,830 MSRP |