2009 Jaguar XK: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2009 Jaguar XK is more standard convenience and audio equipment, led by front parking sensors, power-folding mirrors, and USB connectivity. It is a meaningful equipment update, not a redesign.
About the 2009 Jaguar XK
2nd generation XK (X150, 2007-2014), third model year and last pre-facelift year before the major 2010 engine and styling update.
Jaguar positions the XK as a grand touring coupe or convertible that blends graceful styling, aluminum construction, V8 power, and handcrafted cabin detail. For most buyers, it is less about track-day sharpness and more about covering distance quickly and comfortably, with a richer sense of occasion than many German rivals. The appeal is the mix of beauty, smooth power, lighter aluminum body engineering, and luxury-car comfort in a two-door Jaguar.
The 2009 XK is the polished grand-touring version, with a 300-hp V8, an adaptive suspension, navigation, and coupe or convertible body styles. The XKR adds a 420-hp supercharged V8 and a more aggressive look, while the limited XKR Portfolio pairs that performance with richer leather trim, a Bowers & Wilkins audio system, and model-specific 20-inch wheels.
What changed, by category
2009 Jaguar XK specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.2 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 4.2L | V8, Supercharged, 4.2L |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Manual Mode |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 420 hp | 420 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10–10.6 cu-ft | 10–10.6 cu-ft | 10–10.6 cu-ft |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Interior Trim | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2009 Jaguar XK redesigned?
No. The 2009 Jaguar XK received an equipment update rather than a redesign, and it remained part of the second-generation XK introduced for 2007.
What standard equipment was added to the 2009 Jaguar XK?
The 2009 Jaguar XK gained standard front parking sensors, power-folding exterior mirrors, and upgraded audio with USB connectivity and satellite-radio hardware across the range.
Did the 2009 Jaguar XK get a new engine?
No major engine update is identified for 2009. The regular XK uses a 300-hp 4.2-liter V8, while the XKR and XKR Portfolio use a 420-hp supercharged 4.2-liter V8.
How is the 2009 XKR different from the regular XK?
The 2009 XKR is the more performance-focused version, with a 420-hp supercharged V8, quad exhaust outlets, and more aggressive styling. The regular XK has a 300-hp V8 and a more relaxed grand-touring character.
What is special about the 2009 Jaguar XKR Portfolio?
The 2009 XKR Portfolio is a limited, more richly trimmed version of the XKR rather than a more powerful one. It combines the same 420-hp supercharged V8 with soft-grain leather, a Bowers & Wilkins surround audio system, special exterior trim, and 20-inch Selena wheels.