Britain’s early 1970s car scene balanced sporting tradition and executive comfort, and Jaguar’s 1972 range reflects that mix of performance and refinement. These models show how the company split its focus between road-going sports cars and luxury saloons in a changing market.
There are 4 1972 Jaguar Car Models, ranging from E-Type Series III to XJ6 4.2. For each entry the data are organized by Body style, Engine (cc / type), Market / Production notes — you’ll find below.
How should I read the columns for each model?
Each row lists the model’s Body style (coupe, convertible, saloon), the Engine (cc / type) to show displacement and layout, and Market / Production notes for regional variants, limited runs or local equipment differences; use these three fields to compare mechanical and market-level differences quickly.
Do the Market / Production notes indicate exact production numbers or just regional variants?
Market / Production notes highlight notable regional specs and known production distinctions, but not always complete serial production counts; when exact totals matter, the notes point to where larger production figures or factory records are applicable.
1972 Jaguar Car Models
| Model | Body style | Engine (cc / type) | Market / Production notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| XJ6 2.8 | saloon | 2,780 cc I6 | UK, Europe, North America; Series I saloon |
| XJ6 4.2 | saloon | 4,235 cc I6 | UK, Europe, North America; Series I saloon option |
| XJ12 | saloon | 5,343 cc V12 | UK, Europe, North America; introduced 1972 |
| E-Type Series III | coupe, roadster, 2+2 | 5,343 cc V12 | Worldwide incl. USA; V12 Series III in production 1972 |
Images and Descriptions
XJ6 2.8
The XJ6 2.8 was Jaguar’s entry-level XJ saloon in 1972, powered by a smooth 2.8-litre inline-six. A four-door luxury saloon with wood-trimmed interior, it offered refined touring manners and market-specific equipment and emissions tuning.
XJ6 4.2
The XJ6 4.2 was the popular mid-range XJ in 1972, fitted with a torquey 4.2-litre straight-six for stronger performance. Sharing Series I styling and luxury trim, it balanced comfort, usable power and traditional Jaguar executive-car refinement.
XJ12
Introduced to the XJ range in 1972, the XJ12 added a 5.3-litre V12 to the XJ Series I saloon. It offered supreme smoothness and top-tier prestige for executive buyers, though with notably higher running costs.
E-Type Series III
The E-Type Series III was Jaguar’s V12 sports car in 1972, offered as coupe, roadster and 2+2. With a 5.3-litre V12, wider rear wings and grand-touring manners, it combined high performance and classic E-Type style.
