2005 Jaguar S-Type

2005 Jaguar S-Type

Features, pricing, and specifications for Jaguar's 2005 S-Type high-performance autos. Discusses 3.0, 4.2, VDP, and R trims.
The legend of Jaguar's 1963 S-Type has been somewhat reincarnated in its current generation. Introduced in 2000, the new, Lincoln LS-based S-Type was designed with elements of the 1963 model combined with modern touches to create a truly unique car. There are 3 available trim levels: the 3.0, 4.2, VDP, and the high-performance R version.
Buyers can also choose among 3 engines: a 3.0-liter V6 with 235-horsepower, a 4.2-liter V8 with 294-horsepower, or the top-of-the-line supercharged version of the 4.2-liter V8 with an output of 390-horsepower. The R version travels 0-60-MPH in 5.3-seconds. 2005 S-Types receive some exterior updates, including a new aluminum hood and cleaner bumpers. The interior gets redesigned instruments and new premium leather choices.
Base MSRP for the 2005 Jaguar S-Type 3.0 start at $44,895 to $59,995 for the R version.

Standard Features:

3.0:
3.0-liter V6 engine
6-speed electronic automatic transmission
Speed-sensitive, power-assisted, variable-ratio rack and pinion steering
Automatic headlamps w. adjustable shut-off delay
Power-adjustable heated door mirrors
Chrome-finished exhaust tips
Bronze madrona wood-veneer trim
Wood gearshift knob and wood/leather steering wheel
Leather seating surfaces
Reverse Park Control
Dual-zone automatic climate control w. pollen air filter
Power windows w. one-touch up/down feature
Jaguar sound system w. AM/FM radio and single in-dash CD player

4.2 adds:
4.2-liter V8 engine
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Moonroof w. one-touch open/close; anti-trap function

VDP adds:
Xenon headlamps w. automatic leveling
Burl walnut wood-veneer trim
Soft-grain leather seats w. contrast piping
Premium footwell rugs

R adds:
4.2-liter supercharged V8 engine
R Performance tuned suspension
Gray-stained Bird's eye Maple wood veneer trim

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