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BMW 318is vs Jaguar XK8

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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1997 BMW 318is

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2006 Jaguar XK8

Overview

SpecBMW 318is318isJaguar XK8XK8
Selected trim318isXK8
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission5-speed manual6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972006

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 318is318isJaguar XK8XK8
MSRP$0 (best)$69,830
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 318is318isJaguar XK8XK8
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)24 MPG
Fuel tank16.4 gal19.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 318is318isJaguar XK8XK8
Horsepower138 hp294 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft303 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.9 L4.2 L (best)
CylindersI4V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW 318is318isJaguar XK8XK8
Seating4 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume9.2 cu ft11.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,976 lbs (best)3,726 lbs
Ground clearance4.7 in (best)
Wheelbase106.3 in (best)101.9 in
Length174.5 in187.4 in (best)
Width67.3 in81.7 in (best)
Height53.8 in (best)50.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 318is318isJaguar XK8XK8
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimBMW 318isJaguar XK8
1

318is

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XK8

$69,830 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

XK8

$74,830 MSRP

BMW 318is vs Jaguar XK8: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer