EXPLORE THE VEHICLES THAT HAVE IMMORTALISED JAGUAR ON THE TRACK AND ON THE ROAD FOR OVER 70 YEARS.

JAGUAR ICONS

  

MODEL

XK120

YEAR

1948
STORY OF AN ICON

The world’s fastest production car at the time of its launch. The 120 in the name refers to the fact that it reaches a top speed of 120mph (even faster with the windscreen removed).

MODEL

XKSS

YEAR

1957
STORY OF AN ICON

Often referred to as the world’s first supercar, XKSS was a road-going conversion of the 1956 Le Mans-winning D-type. Nine new originals have since been authentically reproduced by our Classic experts.

MODEL

MK II

YEAR

1959
STORY OF AN ICON

Our legendary mid-sized luxury saloon was created to improve over the MK I and completely re-engineered from the waistline up. This resulted in 18% more glass to improve visibility and allow more light into the cabin.

MODEL

E-TYPE

YEAR

1961
STORY OF AN ICON

In 1961 the Jaguar E-Type turned heads with its electrifying looks and sensational performance. Even Enzo Ferrari proclaimed it ‘The most beautiful car in the world’. It was everything the 60s stood for and became the car of choice for the international jet-set, super models and rock stars alike.

MODEL

XJ6 SERIES 1

YEAR

1968
STORY OF AN ICON

Originally an experimental project, Sir William Lyons envisaged XJ as a saloon with the handling of an E-Type. Upon its launch at the 1968 Paris Motorshow, the critics agreed – naming it ‘Car of the Year’.

MODEL

XJ-S

YEAR

1975
STORY OF AN ICON

Known for its striking rear flying buttresses, XJ-S is one of the all-time great Grand Tourers. Available in both coupé and convertible body styles, XJ-S boasts the legendary V12 engine which was unusual for production vehicles at the time. Fit for royalty, XJS was Diana, Princess of Wales’ personal vehicle.

MODEL

XJR-9

YEAR

1988
STORY OF AN ICON

Incredible torque and supreme handling led XJR-9 to victory in the 1988 Le Mans – while stuck in fourth gear. It was Jaguar’s first Le Mans victory since 1957. Featuring a 7.0 litre V12 engine, XJR-9 is a prototype built in partnership with Tom Walkinshaw racing.

MODEL

XJ220

YEAR

1992
STORY OF AN ICON

Upon its launch, XJ220 boasted the highest speed of any production car ever built. Developed from a V12-engined, 4-wheel-drive concept, it was informally designed by a group of Jaguar employees in their spare time.

MODEL

S-TYPE R

YEAR

2002
STORY OF AN ICON

Subtle yet powerful, the supercharged S-TYPE R was the fastest production saloon car in the world at launch, powered by a revised hand-built 4.2-Litre V8 engine for a cutting-edge balance of performance and efficiency.

MODEL

X-TYPE SPORT PREMIUM

YEAR

2004
STORY OF AN ICON

Developed during the years when Jaguar was owned by Ford (1999-2010) X-TYPE marked our entry into the compact executive market and was dubbed “the most important Jaguar ever” by Autocar.

MODEL

XJ PORTFOLIO

YEAR

2010
STORY OF AN ICON

The arrival of the 2010 XJ saw a significant shift in design for a model that had been in production since 1968. Brazenly modern, 2010 XJ strikes a balance between impressive sportscar-like performance and a refined, comfortable drive.

MODEL

F-PACE

YEAR

2016
STORY OF AN ICON

Our first-ever SUV. Blending award-winning design, everyday practicality and intuitive driver technologies, F-PACE marked a bold new expression of Jaguar performance.

MODEL

XE SV PROJECT 8

YEAR

2017
STORY OF AN ICON

The most extreme performance Jaguar ever. Project 8 achieved the fastest lap ever for a four-door production sedan on Germany’s legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife.

MODEL

I-PACE

YEAR

2018
STORY OF AN ICON

Our first all-electric performance SUV. Jaguar I-PACE takes lessons learned from our Formula E racing success to take you from 0-60 in 4.5 seconds – and all with zero tailpipe emissions. Named World Car of the Year in 2019.