Car Magazine reports that Jaguar is working on launching hybrid models in the year 2013 together with Land Rover. The said hybrid models will feature a 3-liter turbodiesel V6 engine paired with an electric motor and integrated into an 8-speed automatic tranny. The said powertrain is expected to be first incorporated into the Jaguar XJ, to be followed by the XF and then the rest of the Jaguar models.
The first ever Police-spec XF is about to go on patrol across the Midlands. The Central Motorway Police Group, which patrols motorways across Staffordshire, Mercia and the West Midlands has bought seven high performance Police vehicles based on the award-winning Jaguar XF Diesel S model.
The Police-specification Jaguars feature the 275PS 3.0-litre Diesel S engine.
A roof mounted light bar with 3600 blue flashing lights and integrated side alley lights, blue and white flashing LED lights inside the front grille, side mounted blue flashing LED lights, blue and red flashing LED lights integrated in the rear light clusters and a Home Office-specification electronics ‘Police pack’ that powers a full suite of electronic equipment help make these cars the ultimate Police vehicles.
Geoff Cousins, Managing Director for Jaguar Cars UK, said: “Police drivers demand the very best from their vehicles – power, performance, safety and comfort are all very important, while their fleet managers are looking at good environmental credentials and strong residual values to ensure value for money.
“Police forces across the country have been evaluating the XF and we are delighted that the team at the Central Motorway Police Group has chosen Jaguar to join its fleet.”
The Jaguar XF beats other contenders with a fuel economy figure of 42mpg and an excellent CO2 rating of 179 g/km. The XF’s residual value is a key factor in making it a financially sound choice for police forces. Research carried out by EurotaxGlass’s suggest the new 3.0-litre XF will retain an impressive 80 per cent of its purchase price after 12 months or 14,000 miles which makes it the best in class, and an astonishing 45 per cent of its value after three years and 60,000 miles of motoring.
The seven XFs will be put to work immediately throughout the Midlands.
Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. Such is the fate of this once mighty feline. This Jaguar XJ220 has been left to dry rot in the desert of Qatar by the devil knows who. And by the looks of it hasn’t felt the scrub of a sponge since its debut in the desert.
Seriously, what kind of sick or demented owner would drop tons of cash on a super car just to abuse it and leave its paint to erode under the sands of time? A very rich one, you might figure.
Nevertheless, this Jag could have made it to some rich Hollywood celebrity’s garage and be sitting in a stable built purposely for super cars.
Oh well, fate has a way of screwing destinies. You might consider it’s all part of entropy, explained as all things naturally going into a state of disorder. And this clearly is a picture of a disordered super car of an owner with a disordered mind.
May the Almighty spare this cat of its sufferings once and for all. Or He could donate it to a more loving owner.
Source: Autoblog
Who said luxury and security cannot be rolled into one? The armored Jaguar XJ long wheelbase proved to be one!
From the exterior this armored pouncing cat is virtually identical to the standard XJ bringing absolute discretion to owners. However appearances can be deceptive, as the new Armored XJ Long Wheelbase is heavily armored, featuring significant modifications like bullet-resistant laminated glazing, underbody protection, steel-armoring and run flat tires. Few marques on the road today have a heritage as rich and distinguished as Jaguar and the distinguished heritage continues with every Jaguar. Here is a list of detailed specifications-
-All vehicles are fitted with a 4.2 V8 N/A Petrol engine.
- Available in both left-hand and right-hand drive
- All vehicles are to Sovereign specification
- Compliant with B6 ballistic level of protection
- Side blast and under floor grenade protection
- Independant ballistic and blast certification
- Uprated suspension, handling and braking system
- Wheels fitted with run-flat tyre system
- Fuel cut off over-ride
Jaguar will relieve Mother Earth from future environment problems with its all-electric XJ model. This professionally good looking car will be powered by a 145 Kw electric motor. It is set to generate a clean 194 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque with the help of a lithium ion battery.
Jaguar XJ will be sporting an efficient 1.2 liters 3 cylinder engine from another luxurious fast car maker Lotus. The entire affair looks forward to a combined fuel economy of 57 mpg, sub-120g/km of CO2, and top speed of 112 mph. This can go on for 600 miles before charging will be necessary.
[Photo: Motor Trend]
MAHWAH, N.J., Nov. 9 — For some, a day at the track driving the fastest Jaguar with some of the world’s most renowned driving instructors is a dream. For those lucky buyers of a 2010 Jaguar XKR or XFR, it will be a reality. Jaguar Cars announced today the launch of its R Performance Academy, beginning December 1, with a session at one of America’s premier racing facility, the Homestead Miami Speedway, which features 2.21 miles of challenging asphalt and 14 turns that provide a rewarding challenge to even the most experienced racers.
The R Performance Academy is complimentary with the purchase of a 2010 XFR, the ultimate Jaguar sports sedan, or 2010 XKR, the new generation of Jaguar’s sports coupe, and offers an exhilarating, experiential adventure for the ultimate auto enthusiast. Both the XFR and XKR are powered by a supercharged, 510-hp V8 engine, and boast accelerations from 0 - 60 in 4.7 and 4.6 seconds, respectively. The Academy is designed to help drivers explore the capabilities of these special automobiles and develop the skills and techniques needed to safely experience their high-performance dynamics.
“Our all-new R Performance Academy was specially developed to ensure that our customers can responsibly enjoy the full potential and incredible capabilities of the dynamic XFR and XKR,” said BJ Colaric, General Manager, Sales Operations for Jaguar Cars. “The security of having a world-class professional driving instructor by your side on an enclosed, high-speed track creates the perfect setting for both education and appreciation.”
The experience begins with a reception the night before the driving day where coaches will explain the program and share some of their racetrack experiences. The next day, guests arrive at the track bright and early for a driver orientation and a full day of driving in Jaguar R Performance Academy cars. The lessons learned on the racetrack are made relevant to everyday, real world driving by the instructors and will leave Jaguar owners more aware of their vehicles’ abilities and feeling more confident behind the wheel. This program features unique and exciting driving activities:
In 2010, the Academy will visit various tracks, including the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Monticello Motor Club in Monticello, New York and the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, CA, among others, on a quarterly basis. Invitations to attend this unforgettable driving adventure were distributed nationwide to 2010 XKR and XFR customers who purchased a 2010 XFR or XKR through September. To learn more about the all new R Performance Academy, visit www.jaguarperformanceacademy.com.
About Jaguar
From its beginning as a manufacturer of motorcycle sidecars in 1922, Jaguar Cars has grown to become one of the world’s premier manufacturers of luxury sedans and sports cars and with that, one of the most recognized commercial brands. The company’s vision is simple: To produce beautiful fast cars that are desired the world over. The company operates two manufacturing plants in the United Kingdom and is fully engaged in environmental programs, community work and brand awareness exercises such as motorsports.
[Source: Earth Times]
If you’re looking for a real treat this coming Christmas, you’ll be ecstatic to know that Jaguar is offering a limited edition XJL Supercharged. The luxury car maker is partnering with Neiman Marcus, and the Jaguar XJL Supercharged Neiman Marcus Edition will be included in the latter’s catalog for the holidays.
The vehicle will have the following features:
• A supercharged 5-liter V8 engine capable of producing 470 horsepower
• Exclusive Celestial Black metallic body paint
• Navy and ivory leather interior enhancements
• Zebrano matter wood accents
• Custom nameplate in its exterior body
• Five-piece leather luggage set colored navy blue
Every year, Neiman Marcus features a limited edition vehicle in its holiday catalog. This will be Jaguar’s third shot at being offered for the holidays. Only 50 units will be on sale, and the price tag is about $105,000. If you want a luxurious Christmas treat to yourself or to someone close to you, then this is an ideal choice.
Jaguar XJ fans, here’s something for you!
There have been lots of talks since the future Jaguar XJ came out, and I bet you can’t wait to get your hands on it for real. Unfortunately, we may all just have to wait for a little more time before we can enjoy the XJ.
And to help satiate the cravings of XJ fans, Jaguar has created an online configurator for the said vehicle. The configurator will allow you to check out the various options you have for your Jaguar XJ, from the different levels available up to the paint color choices. There are also a lot of options. After you’ve configured your dream Jag, you’ll be able to see the total cost.
Here are the options:
• Three different levels (standard, supercharged, and supersport)
• Wheelbase: standard and extended
• Fourteen different exterior paint colors (porcelain, ebony, botanical green metallic, caviar metallic, liquid silver metallic, lunar grey metallic, vapour grey metallic, pearl grey metallic, frost blue metallic, indigo metallic, ultimate black metallic, claret metallic, and cashmere metallic)
• Different wheel styles
• Six interior leather trims
• Different veneers (burl walnut veneer, carbon fiber veneer, satin elm veneer, and figured ebony veneer
There are a lot of other options at a cost, and there are a few with no cost at all. These include the front ashtray and lighter, 3-spoke wood and leather heated steering wheel, and the option to remove the XJ badge. Plus, there are also accessories you can choose from.
If you want to try it, you can click here.
Jaguar has just stepped up a notch higher with its cool in-dash dual-view navigation system. This new innovation features a split-screen console that allows drivers and passengers to see different images from the screen. While passengers can watch movies, the driver can only see maps and other navigation system features. Therefore, he won’t get distracted while driving.
Cool? Sure. But sadly, it’s still illegal here in the U.S. at this point.
The law prohibits entertainment system in the front area of the vehicle—because of the possible distraction to the driver. Cases like this have not been considered yet. Jaguar is hoping that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will do some revisions of the present regulation to accommodate innovations like this. But until that happens, the new navigation system from Jaguar will remain illegal.
See this related post: Mercedes Benz’s splitview Command
[Photo: Car and Driver]
The 2010 XF just got supercharged for the North American market. Powered by a 5-liter AJ-V8 Gen III engine, this model boasts of 470 horsepower, with a noticeable 12% increase compared to the previous 4.2-liter model. The said model also features 424 lb-ft of torque and can jump from 0 to 100 km/h in a matter of 4.9 seconds.
Other additional cool features that you’ll surely love are the following:
• Adaptive Dynamics
• Upgraded ventilated disc brakes
• Active Differential Control
For more details, check the press release below:
Jaguar Announces an All-New XF Supercharged Model for the North American Market
MAHWAH, N.J., June 29 — Jaguar today announced the introduction of the 2010 Jaguar XF Supercharged, the fourth and newest member of its acclaimed XF lineup. The vehicle, a mid-year release, is powered by a 470 hp version of the 5.0-liter supercharged AJ-V8 Gen III engine that debuted at this year’s Detroit Auto Show. The XF Supercharged will go on sale in October 2009, and will be priced starting at $68,000 MSRP.
“The Jaguar XF Supercharged will offer consumers a compelling luxury sedan choice with benchmark handling ability and truly memorable performance,” says Mike O’Driscoll, Managing Director, Jaguar Cars. “This new luxury performance XF Supercharged sedan builds on the tremendous momentum Jaguar has achieved by introducing beautiful fast cars such as the XK sports car, the XF and the XKR and XFR models.”
At-A-Glance Highlights
– 5.0-liter Supercharged AJ-V8 Gen III engine with 470hp (a 12% increase over the 4.2-liter 2009MY supercharged XF) and 424 lb/ft of torque
– 0-60 mph time of 4.9 seconds
– Adaptive Dynamics (the latest in computer controlled continuously variable damping) and Active Differential Control (electronically controlled rear differential) are standard
– Upgraded ventilated disc brakes
– Interior features include: contrast color twin needle stitching on the instrument panel and door top rolls, Jaguar Suedecloth Premium headlining, Rich Oak veneer (unique to XF Supercharged only), 440W Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system, HD radio, and heated steering wheel
– Exterior features include: unique 20″ five triple-spoke Selena-style alloy wheels, “Supercharged” badging on rear trunk lid, quad polished exhaust tailpipes, and silver-gray painted brake calipers
Globally launched at Frankfurt Motor Show in 2007, the XF line has set new standards for the next generation of luxury sports cars. The XF Supercharged expands the already highly acclaimed model line that includes:
– 4.2-liter naturally aspirated XF (300 hp) with a $52,000 MSRP
– 5.0-liter naturally aspirated XF Premium (385 hp) with a $57,000 MSRP
– 5.0-liter supercharged XF Supercharged (470 hp) with a $68,000 MSRP
– 5.0-liter supercharged XFR (510 hp) with a $80,000 MSRP
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