The classic lines and curves with a long bonnet and a short rear deck. The XK150 featured a one-piece windscreen, as opposed to the split windscreen of its predecessors, the XK120 and XK140. Wire wheels were a popular option, enhancing its sporty and elegant look. Luxuriously appointed with leather seats and high-quality materials with improved interior space compared to its predecessors and full instrumentation with a focus on the driver experience.
The XK150 was an evolution of the earlier XK models, incorporating several improvements in performance, comfort, and styling. It represented the pinnacle of Jaguar’s XK series before the introduction of the E-Type (XK-E) in 1961. The XK150 was also notable for being one of the first production cars to offer four-wheel disc brakes, a significant advancement in safety and performance.
Specifications
- Production Years:……………..1957 to 1961.
- Model:……………………………..XK150 Drophead Coupe.
- Body Style
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- Drophead Coupe (DHC), which is a convertible with a soft top that can be folded down.
- Fixed Head Coupe (FHC)
- Roadster (Open Two Seater – OTS).
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- Engine Options:
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- 3.4-liter Inline-6 engine.
- Later models were available with a 3.8-liter Inline-6 engine.
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- Power Output:
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- The 3.4-liter engine produced between 190 to 220 horsepower, depending on the configuration (standard or “S” variant).
- The 3.8-liter engine could produce up to 265 horsepower in the “S” variant.
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- Transmission: 4-speed manual, with an optional overdrive.
- Top Speed:
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- Standard 3.4-liter models: Around 120 mph (193 km/h).
- 3.8-liter “S” models: Over 130 mph (209 km/h).
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