Jaguar XK Convertible (06 on) - Review Review by Ben Wall on 03 March 2006 Last Updated: 24 March 2009 The convertible version of the XK is every inch as good as the coupe - despite losing the roof. It uses the same wonderful V8 engine and offers equally rapid performance, but crucially it handles just as well with pin-sharp steering and wonderful agility through corners. Unlike some alternatives, the XK uses a fabric roof rather than a folding metal affair, but this does help to keep weight down and it's well insulated from noise and extreme temperatures. Inside you'll find superb build quality and an upmarket cabin, while refinement is second to none - the XF making a superbly sophisticated cruiser, even with the top down. Other coupes may be more driver focussed, but few can match the Jaguar's all round abilities. In 2009 it was facelifted with a more powerful 5.0-litre V8 engine replacing the 4.2-litre while exterior changes included new bumpers and LED rear lights. 4.5 out of 5 Other Jaguar reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £71,430 - £82,530 View all new prices Used price range: £19,413 - £49,950 View all used prices See 2 new models for sale from £61,280 Get a Jaguar XK Convertible (06 on) information pack Next steps Jaguar XK Convertible cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 16 models like this for sale, starting at £11,995. Find used Jaguar XK Convertibles for sale Sophisticated image, great performance, sharp handling, superbly refined Fabric rather than folding metal roof, pointless rear seats, shallow boot The convertible version of the XK is every inch as good as the coupe - despite losing the roof. It uses the same wonderful V8 engine and offers equally rapid performance, but crucially it handles just as well with pin-sharp steering and wonderful agility through corners. Unlike some alternatives, the XK uses a fabric roof rather than a folding metal affair, but this does help to keep weight down and it's well insulated from noise and extreme temperatures. Inside you'll find superb build quality and an upmarket cabin, while refinement is second to none - the XF making a superbly sophisticated cruiser, even with the top down. Other coupes may be more driver focussed, but few can match the Jaguar's all round abilities. In 2009 it was facelifted with a more powerful 5.0-litre V8 engine replacing the 4.2-litre while exterior changes included new bumpers and LED rear lights. Driving & Performance Performance 4.5 out of 5"The XK was initially available with a 300bhp 4.2-litre V8 with huge reserves of pulling power. It..." Handling 4.5 out of 5"The XK is unusual as it uses aluminium body panels - lightweight but also very stiff. This makes the..." Comfort Comfort 4 out of 5"It may be a convertible, but the XK is quiet and comfortable with the roof up thanks to excellent..." Practicality 2 out of 5"The back seats are really only for show - there's pretty much no way they can actually be used." Equipment 5 out of 5"The XK Convertible comes with a high level of standard equipment. This includes an electric roof..." Behind the wheel 5 out of 5"The XK interior is thoroughly modern with a minimalist feel to the design. Apart from speed and rev..." Costs Running costs 2.5 out of 5"A car with a list price of £65,000 can never be described as cheap, but you do get plenty of..." Green credentials 1.5 out of 5"The XK scores badly on the eco front and the 4.2-litre V8 engine emits 269g/km of CO2 and returns..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4 out of 5"The XK Convertible is loaded with safety equipment, including a pair of rollover bars behind the..." Reliability 4 out of 5"Jaguar has made great improvements in this area in recent years. A few of the early convertibles..." Buying & Selling Buying new 2 out of 5"If you're going to a Jaguar showroom, you'll be joining a lengthy queue. Don't expect a discount -..." Buying used 3 out of 5"The convertible isn't quite as popular as the coupe version of the XK, so you may have to travel to..." Selling 4 out of 5"The XK is a fairly exclusive model so there will always be demand on the second hand market." Gallery View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Jaguar XK cars for sale We have 16 models like this for sale. Find Jaguar XK cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures