Jaguar XJS 0–60 Times
The Jaguar XJS 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 2 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested production Jaguar XJS is the 1992 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 8.70 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 16.70 seconds at 87.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Jaguar XJS is the 1992 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible, which took 9.00 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.80 seconds at 87.0 mph, according to MotorWeek.
Across the 2 verified production tests of the Jaguar XJS, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.85 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.75 seconds at 87.00 mph.
Fastest 0–60 8.70sec 1992 V12 Convertible · stock
Average 0–60 8.85sec Across 2 production runs
Avg ¼ Mile 16.75sec @ 87.0 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.00sec 1992 V12 Convertible
Across 2 verified production runs, the Jaguar XJS ranges from 8.70 to 9.00 seconds 0–60, with a 8.85-second average.
The Jaguar XJS is ranked in these lists
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Jaguar XJS 0–60 Times by Generation
1 generation| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ27 | 1991–1996 | 8.85s | 8.70s — 1992 V12 Convertible | 2 | The XJ27 generation (1991–1996) averaged 8.85 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1992 V12 Convertible at 8.70 seconds. Output was 263 hp across 5.3L V12 configurations. |
XJ27 1991–1996
Avg 0–60 8.85s
Fastest 8.70s
Tests 2
1992 V12 Convertible
The XJ27 generation (1991–1996) averaged 8.85 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1992 V12 Convertible at 8.70 seconds. Output was 263 hp across 5.3L V12 configurations.
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Jaguar XJS 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
2 production tests · 1 year ▾
1992 Jaguar XJS
2 production runs Avg 0–60 8.85 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.75 sec
Production Tests 2
#01
1992 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible
8.70sec 0–60
16.70s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 87.0 mph
- Engine
- 5.3L V12
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 3A
- Horsepower
- 263 hp
- Torque
- 290 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,050 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 11 C / 16 H / 13 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Convertible
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 2 production runs
#02
1992 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible
9.00sec 0–60
16.80s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 9.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 87.0 mph
- Engine
- 5.3L V12
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 3A
- Horsepower
- 263 hp
- Torque
- 290 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,050 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 11 C / 16 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Convertible
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- MotorWeek
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 2 production runs
How we verify Jaguar XJS performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Jaguar XJS trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Jaguar XJS 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Jaguar XJS performance FAQs
6 questions The quickest production Jaguar XJS on record is the 1992 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible, which runs 0–60 mph in 8.70 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 16.70 seconds at 87.0 mph.
The slowest recorded production Jaguar XJS is the 1992 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible, which takes 9.00 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 16.80 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across the 2 verified production runs, a Jaguar XJS reaches 60 mph in 8.85 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 16.75 seconds at roughly 87.0 mph.
We have verified test data for 1 model year, covering 2 production runs. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and MotorWeek. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.
Sources
Car and Driver
MotorWeek
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Jaguar XJS can do, not a single marketing claim.
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