Jaguar XK140

About Jaguar XK140

The Jaguar XK140 upgrades, as the successor to the XK120, included more interior space, improved brakes, rack and pinion steering, increased suspension travel, and telescopic shock absorbers instead of the older lever arm design. Exterior changes that distinguished it from the XK120 included more substantial front and rear bumpers with overriders, and flashing turn signals above the front bumper. In 1956 the XK140 became the first Jaguar sports car to be offered with automatic transmission.

Jaguar XK140 Overview

The Jaguar XK140 is a legendary sports car and the successor to the iconic XK120. Produced from 1954 to 1957, the XK140 combined elegant design, powerful performance, and advanced technical innovations for its time. This model remains one of Jaguar’s most recognizable vehicles, cherished by collectors and enthusiasts for its unique charisma.

Jaguar XK140 Technical Specification

Engine
3.4 L XK I6 – 190 bhp, 142 kW, 5500 rpm
3.4 L XK I6 SE – 210 bhp, 157 kW, 5750 rpm

Transmission
4-Speed Manual
3-Speed Automatic

Acceleration
8.4 Seconds (0-97 kmh / 0-60 mph) – (SE: OTS, DHC)
9.0 Seconds (0-97 kmh / 0-60 mph) – (OTS, DHC, SE: FHC)
10 Seconds (0-97 kmh / 0-60 mph) – (FHC)

Body Style
Open Two-seater (OTS) / Roadster
2-Seat Drophead Coupé (DHC)
2-Seat Fixed-head Coupé (FHC)

Dimensions
Length:
4,470 mm / 176 in
Width:
1,638 mm / 64.5 in
Height:
1,397 mm / 54.9 in (FHC)

Wheelbase
2,591 mm / 102 in

Weight
1,422 kg / 3,136 lb (OTS)
1,473 kg / 3,248 lb (DHC)
1,448 kg / 3,192 lb (FHC)

Jaguar XK140 Models

Open Two-seater / Roadster
Production: 3,282 (LHD: 74, RHD: 3,282)

Drophead Coupé
Production: 2,791 (LHD: 480, RHD: 2,311)

Fixed-head Coupé
Production: 2,809 (LHD: 843, RHD: 1,966)

Jaguar XK140 also called

Jaguar XK140 OTS
Jaguar XK140 FHC
Jaguar XK140 DHC
Jaguar XK140 3.4L
Jaguar XK140 SE
Jaguar XK140 MC

Jaguar XK140 Photogallery