Based on a unitary (chassisless) construction and with similar styling to the other models, the XK engine was produced in a smaller 2.4 litre capacity for the new model, announced for the 1956 model year as the 2.4 litre saloon. Initially with drum brakes, by 1957 a larger 3.4 litre engined version became available with subtle styling changes and disc brakes became a standard fit. The cars stayed in production until 1959.
Model Summary
Model Type:
Compact Jaguar Saloons
Production Dates:
1955 - 1959
Engine Range:
2.4 Litre Saloon
3.4 Litre Saloon
0 - 60 mph:
2.4 Litre Saloon - 14.4 seconds
3.4 Litre Saloon - 9.1 seconds
Top Speed:
2.4 Litre Saloon - 101.5 mph
3.4 Litre Saloon - 120 mph
MK 1 Technical Specifications
Technical Information
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Chassis Numbers
Model | Driver Side | Chassis No. Commenced | Number made |
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Jaguar 2.4 (Mark l) | RHD | 900001 | 16250 |
Jaguar 2.4 (Mark l) | LHD | 940001 | 3742 |
Jaguar 3.4 (Mark l) | RHD | 970001 | 8945 |
Jaguar 3.4 (Mark l) | LHD | 985001 | 8460 |
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