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Jaguar XK120, XK140 & XK150, 1948-1961
The XK120 (1948-54), XK140 (1954-57) and XK150 (1957-61) were sports cars manufactured by Jaguar between 1948 and 1961. The three models came in three 2-seater body styles, the roadster, coupé and drop head coupé.
The XK120 debuted at the 1948 Earls Court motor show. At that time it was the world's fastest road car achieving a top speed of 120mph from its 3.4 litre engine. The XK engine was so successful it continued production in various Jaguar and Daimler models until 1992, including the famous E-type and XJ cars.
The XK120 debuted at the 1948 Earls Court motor show. At that time it was the world's fastest road car achieving a top speed of 120mph from its 3.4 litre engine. The XK engine was so successful it continued production in various Jaguar and Daimler models until 1992, including the famous E-type and XJ cars.
Created: Thu, 12 Nov 2009, Updated: Sun, 7 Apr 2019
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