2007 Jaguar S-Type Full Review - Consumer Guide Automotive

Several popular options are standard for 2007 on the S-Type, which occupies the middle of Jaguar's sedan range in size and price. Three models continue: the 235-hp V6 3.0, the 300-hp V8 4.2, and the supercharged 400-hp V8 R. All have a 6-speed automatic transmission. Standard are ABS, traction/antiskid control, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. Previously optional features now standard include heated front seats for the 3.0 and a navigation system and front obstacle detection for the 4.2. All models also have driver-seat memory and power pedals for '07. Aluminum interior trim is no longer offered. The R has a sport suspension, exclusive mesh grille, and larger wheels and tires.

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2007 Jaguar S-Type Road Test

Pros	Cons

Acceleration (V8s)	Navigation-system controls

Handling/roadholding	Fuel economy (R model)

Quietness	Radio/climate controls (w/ navigation-system)

Ride (base models)

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
6	7	8	7

V6 models strong from a stop with ample passing power. V8 S-Types are plenty fast. Test 4.2 did 6.9 sec 0-60 mph, test R clocked 6.1. Smooth-shifting automatic transmission nearly always in the right gear.

Fuel Economy

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
5	5	4	4.6

Extended-use 3.0 averaged 19.6 mpg over 13,948 miles. Test 4.2 averaged 19.6 mpg. Test R averaged 14.5 mpg, including gas-eating performance tests. All models require premium-grade fuel.

Ride Quality

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
8	8	6	6.6

3.0 and 4.2 suspension allows mild float over large humps and dips, but ride is low-impact comfortable. Firmer R suspension a model of composure and absorbency, though stiff 18-inch performance tires thump over bumps.

Steering/Handling/Braking

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
7	7	8	7.2

3.0 and 4.2 take turns with good grip, modest body lean. R versions have quicker responses, less lean, greater road hold. R has computer-controlled suspension that has minimal evident effect on ride or handling. Some testers find R's steering too heavy at low speeds. Braking short, stable in simulated panic stops, but pedal action feels touchy in routine driving.

Quietness

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
6	7	6	6.9

Muted, classy engine growl at full throttle; R's supercharger adds slight whine. Wind rush modest. Road noise well-suppressed with 17-inch tires, though 18s rumble on some surfaces.

Controls

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
7	7	7	6.8

Clear, classy gauges, but button-filled dashboard can be daunting without familiarization. Navigation system not intuitive and transforms some radio and climate controls into multistage touch screen operations. Though some buttons and controls are Ford-family generic, standard wood cabin trim, richly padded surfaces befit a Jaguar.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
6	6	6	7.4

Cozy feel, due partly to high dashboard and small footwells. But roomy enough. Driver gets plenty of adjustments, including handy power tilt/telescope steering and power pedals, which link to the memory system.

Room/Comfort (rear)

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
4	4	4	5.4

Enough head room for six-footers. Leg room barely adequate if front seats pushed far back. Toe space tight. Three adults are crowded. Sloped roofline means taller folks must guard their heads on exit.

Cargo Room

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
3	3	3	4.2

Trunk not expansive, but usefully shaped, easy to load. Available split folding rear seatbacks add versatility. Small-item interior storage space meager.

Value within Class

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
5	5	3	6.1

These Jaguars are a pleasure to drive, with appointments and features worthy of the class. On the downside, prices are steep vs. top competitors, and resale values pale vs. BMW, Lexus, and Mercedes-Benz rivals.

Total Score

3.0	4.2	R	Class Average
57	59	55	62.2

Scores for all Premium Midsize Cars

Low Score		49
Average Score		62
High Score		75

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2007 Jaguar S-Type Prices & Equipment

Model Prices

Prices Updated: 11/14/2006

Trim Name	Retail Price	Dealer Invoice	Destination Charge

3.0 4-door sedan	$48,335	$43,985	$665

4.2 4-door sedan	$55,335	$50,355	$665

R 4-door sedan	$63,335	$57,635	$665

Price note: R base price includes $1000 Gas-Guzzler Tax.

Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker. Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options. The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.

NA = price note available, NC = no charge.

Rebates and Incentives

There are no rebates or incentives at this time.

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Standard Equipment

3.0

Powertrain

3.0-liter V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, traction control.

Safety

Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist, antiskid system, rear-obstacle-detection system, emergency inside trunklid release.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Air conditioning w/dual-zone automatic climate controls, interior air filter, power steering, power tilt/telescope wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, heated front bucket seats w/lumbar adjustment, 16-way power driver seat, 12-way power passenger seat, power-adjustable pedals, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel pedals), center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, wood interior trim, heated power mirrors w/automatic day/night, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, power sunroof, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock, tachometer, trip computer, automatic day/night rearview mirror, outside-temperature indicator, illuminated visor mirrors, universal garage door opener, rear defogger, heated rain-sensing variable-intermittent wipers, automatic headlights, floormats.

Appearance and Miscellaneous

Theft-deterrent system, fog lights, 235/50R17 tires, alloy wheels.

4.2 adds to 3.0:

Powertrain

4.2-liter V8 engine.

Safety

Front-obstacle-detection system.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Navigation system w/voice control, Alpine sound system, 6-disc CD changer, wireless cell phone link, power rear sunshade.

Appearance and Miscellaneous

Xenon headlights.

R adds to 4.2:

Powertrain

4.2-liter supercharged V8 engine.

Safety

Uprated brakes.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Leather-wrapped steering wheel, trunk pass-through.

Appearance and Miscellaneous

Deletes: wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel, split folding rear seat, power rear sunshade.

Rear spoiler, sport suspension, computer-controlled shock absorbers, 245/40ZR18 front tires, 275/35ZR18 rear tires.

Optional Equipment

Major Packages	Retail Price	Invoice Price
SV8 Pkg.
R	$3,000	$2,550
Adaptive cruise control, wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel, upgraded leather upholstery and wood interior trim, power rear sunshade, unique interior and exterior trim.

Safety
Front-obstacle-detection system
3.0	$250	$213


Comfort and Convenience Features
Navigation system
3.0	$2,800	$2,380
Includes wireless cell phone link.

Adaptive cruise control
R	$2,200	$1,870


2-tone interior trim
R	$1,000	$850


Satellite radio
3.0, 4.2, R	$450	$383


Appearance and Miscellaneous
Xenon headlights
3.0	$675	$574


Special paint
3.0, 4.2, R	$1,000	$850


245/40ZR18 tires
3.0, 4.2	$800	$680


245/35ZR19 front and 275/30ZR19 rear tires
R	$1,200	$1,020

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2007 Jaguar S-Type Specs & Safety

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification	Jaguar S-Type 4-door sedan

Wheelbase, in.	114.5

Overall Length, in.	193.1

Overall Width, in.	71.6

Overall Height, in.	57.0

Curb Weight, lbs.	3760

Cargo Volume, cu. ft.	14.1

Standard Payload, lbs.	--

Fuel Capacity, gals.	18.4

Seating Capacity	5

Front Head Room, in.	38.6

Max. Front Leg Room, in.	43.1

Rear Head Room, in.	36.4

Max. Rear Leg Room, in.	37.0

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Engines

	dohc V6	dohc V8	Supercharged dohc V8

Size, liters/cu. in.	3.0 /181	4.2 /256	4.2 /256

Horsepower @ rpm.	235 @ 6800	300 @ 6000	400 @ 6100

Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm.	216 @ 4100	310 @ 4100	413 @ 3500

Availability	Standard	Standard	Standard

EPA City / highway mpg

6-speed automatic	19/28	18/26	17/23

Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft; dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders; V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Safety Features

Antilock Brakes

Traction Control

Antiskid System

Front Side Airbags

Curtain Side Airbags

Rear Side Airbags

NHTSA Crash-Test Results

Test	Jaguar S-Type 4-door sedan

Rollover Resistance	5

Side Impact, Driver	4

Side Impact, Rear Passenger	5

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury: 5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%; 1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%; 2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.

Manufacturer's Warranty

Class	Years/Miles	Comments

Powertrain	None/--	--

Bumper-to-bumper	4/50,000	--

Corrosion	6/unlimited	--

Free roadside assistance	4/500,000	--

Free scheduled maintenance	1/12,000	--

Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive. There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for 2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.

Built in: England

Drivewheels: rear-wheel drive

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