Production: 03/1971 - 07/1974
Production Type: Mass Production
Produced: 15287
The E-Type Series 3 was introduced with a new 5.3 L Jaguar V12 engine and uprated brakes. An automatic transmission, wire wheels and air conditioning were available options. The short wheelbase FHC body style was discontinued, with the Series 3 available only as a convertible and 2+2 coupé. The new longer wheelbase offered significantly more room in all directions. The Series 3 is easily identifiable by the large cross-slatted front grille, flared wheel arches, wider tyres, four exhaust tips and a badge on the rear that proclaims it to be a V12.
Engine
5.3 L Jaguar V12 – 272 bhp, 203 kW
Transmission
4-Speed Manual
3-Speed Automatic
Acceleration
6.4 Seconds (0-97 kmh / 0-60 mph)
Body Style
2-Door 2+2 Fastback Coupé
2-Door Roadster (OTS)
Dimensions
Length:
4,686 mm / 184.5 in (OTS)
4,684 mm / 184.4 in (2+2)
Width:
1,679 mm / 66.1 in (OTS)
1,676 mm / 66.0 in (2+2)
Height:
1,222 mm / 48.1 in (OTS)
1,242 mm / 48.9 in (2+2)
Wheelbase
2,667 mm / 105 in (OTS, 2+2)
Weight
1,533 kg / 3,380 lb (OTS)
1,525 kg / 3,361 lb (2+2)
Series 3 (OTS)
Production: 7,990
Series 3 (2+2)
Production: 7,297
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