The XK8 was produced in coupe and convertible bodies with a 370 hp turbo engine (XKR version) or 290 hp atmospheric. This XK shares its platform with the Aston Martin DB7. The air resistance coefficient is 0.35 for the coupe and 0.36 for the convertible, the maximum speed is limited to 250 km / h. The cars have plenty of standard equipment and a luxurious leather interior, which Jeremy Clarkson of Top Gear described as "sitting as if at Blenheim Palace."