sexy Jaguar XF
Posted by bensto in Jaguar on 03 23rd, 2008
The latest sexy Jaguar XF could generate everything from sedan to crossovers. A sedan is favored by accountants, engineers and dealers since it would be easy to produce from the XF sedan and based on competitors’ success would do well. It would use the same powertrains and interior as the sedan but with some level of distinctive styling to set itself apart. An Jaguar XF-based crossover is less likely, as it would blur the lines that distinguish Jaguar from Land Rover, but would be easy to produce from the XF architecture. An XF wagon is even less likely. Unpredictably, an XF convertible is not favored because of the engineering expense engaged compared with the modest sales gain.
read comments (0)New Jaguar XKR-S
Posted by bensto in Jaguar on 03 23rd, 2008
Beside the 2009 Jaguar XKR as Portfolio, Jaguar launch the newest production XK to date, the XKR-S. Make on a highly-advanced lightweight aluminum body architecture, the Jaguar XKR-S is powered by the same 420hp 4.2 liter V8 supercharged engine found in the XKR.
Though, the engine has been recalibrated allowing the XKR-S to reach a top speed of 174mph, 19mph faster than the XKR. This additional boost performance is made possible by improved aerodynamics and a unique suspension set-up. The engine is mated with the XKR’s six-speed sequential automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifts.
The limited edition coupe will come in crucial Black and can be simply identified by the unique XKR-S badge on the back of the car. The exterior has also been subtly enhanced along with new lightweight 20-inch Vortex forged alloy wheels. The car will go on sale in the summer of 2008 with a limited production run of 200 for the European market only.
