1976 Jaguar XJ12 Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1976 Jaguar XJ12, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis : Integral steel
Production Years for Series : 1973 - 1979
Price : $16,120-$16,825
Weight : 4225 lbs | 1916.428 kg
0-60 mph : 7.6 seconds.
Top Speed : 147 mph | 236.523 km/h (estimated)
V 12 60-degree | Vee-Type
Displacement : 5343 cc | 326.1 cu in. | 5.3 L.
Power : 244 BHP (179.584 KW) @ 5250 RPM
Torque :269 Ft-Lbs (365 NM) @ 4500 RPM
Bore : 3.5 in | 90 mm.
Stroke : 2.8 in | 70 mm.
Compression : 8.0:1
Main Bearings : 7
Construction : Aluminum block and head
Electronic fuel injection
Transmission:
3 Automatic

Total Jaguar Production for 1976 : 7,382
Mark I Series II XJ12 Production (1973-1979) : 14,226
1976 Jaguar XJ12
Coupe 2 dr. 5 P : 979
Sedan 4 dr. 5 P : 3,283
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP

Manufacturer

JAGUAR CARS

NHTSA Campaign ID76V128000
NotesBRITISH LEYLAD CAMPAIGN NO A218.VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTORVEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 105.SPECIFICALLY, VEHICLES ARE NOT PROVIDED WITH ACHECK FUNCTION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND REQUIRES INSTALLATION OF ANADDITIONAL WIRING HARNESS TO PROVIDE REQUIRED CHECK OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION.(CORRECT BY INSTALLING ADDITIONAL WIRING TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF STANDARD NO.105).PASSENGER VEHICLE.

Component

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Manufacturer

JAGUAR CARS

Mfr Report Date19730701
NHTSA Campaign ID78V011000
SummaryTHERE MAY BE A MALFUNCTION OF THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP DUE TO ITS POSITION IN THE ENGINE BAY.
RemedyDEALER WILL REPOSITION THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP. PUMPS WILL ALSO BE REPLACED ON CERATIN VEHICLES, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNERS.
NotesVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: VISUAL; WINDSHIELD WASHER.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: FAILURE OF THE WASHER MOTOR (PARTICULARLY WHEN THEWINDSHIELD BECOMES OBSCURED DUE TO DIRT OR OTHER FOREIGN MATTER) WILL INTERFEREWITH DRIVER VISIBILITY. THIS CREATES A SAFETY HAZARD THAT COULD LEAD TO ANACCIDENT.

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer

JAGUAR CARS

Mfr Report Date19750201
NHTSA Campaign ID78V060000
SummaryTHE AIR PIPE AND FUEL LINE PIPE MAY CONTACT EACH OTHER AND RESULT IN CHAFING OF THE FUEL RAIL.
RemedyTHE DEALER WILL REROUTE AIR OR FUEL LINE TO PRECLUDE CONTACT, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NotesVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL PIPE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE FUEL PIPE MAY CHAFETHROUGH AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE. THIS COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE ANDPASSENGER INJURIES.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED TO FREQUENTLY CHECK ENGINE FOR FUEL LEAKAGE UNTIL DEFECTCAN BE CORRECTED.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
1976 Averages
Avg. Car Cost : $1
Avg. Household Income : $16,000
Avg. Home : $43,400

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Q: How fast is the 1976 Jaguar XJ12? A: The 1976 Jaguar XJ12 has a top speed of 147 mph.

Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1976 Jaguar XJ12? A: The 1976 Jaguar XJ12 has a wheelbase size of 108.80 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1976 Jaguar XJ12? A: The 1976 Jaguar XJ12 has a length of 194.80 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1976 Jaguar XJ12? A: The 1976 Jaguar XJ12 has a width of 69.76 inches.

Q: How much did the 1976 Jaguar XJ12 cost when new?A: The 1976 Jaguar XJ12 cost approximately $16,120 to $16,825 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1976 Jaguar XJ12? A: The 1976 Jaguar XJ12 was offered as a Coupe, Sedan.

Q: How many vehicles did Jaguar produce in 1976? A: Jaguar produced 7,382 automobiles in 1976.

Q: How many Mark I Series II XJ12 were produced? A: Jaguar produced 14,226 examples of the Mark I Series II XJ12 from 1973 to 1979.

Q: What engine did the 1976 Jaguar XJ12 have? A: The engine powering the 1976 Jaguar XJ12 was a V 12Vee-Type (5343 cc | 326.1 cu in. | 5.3 L.) with 244 BHP (179.584 KW) @ 5250 RPM and 269 Ft-Lbs (365 NM) @ 4500 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 1976 Jaguar XJ12 have? A: The 1976 Jaguar XJ12 had a 3 speed Automatic gearbox.

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