2012 Jaguar XKR-S Reviews

2012 Jaguar XKR Series Car : The 2012 edition brings some minor improvements to the XK. A rearview camera is now standard, though the Jag's safety scores are still absent--who wants to crash one?--and new trim options come on all models. The XKR-S has its own package of frills, while it bundles up almost all the features available on to its standard equipment list, including an excellent Bowers & Wilkins sound system. The performance of the Jaguar XKR-S is reflected in both its interior and exterior styling, which feature exclusive new paint colours that reflect Jaguar’s racing heritage. As with competition Jaguars of the past, the exterior of the XKR-S adheres to the principle of form following function. In addition to the styling changes and in order for it to achieve 300kph, the XKR-S was the subject of extensive Computational Fluid Dynamics development work. The resulting changes reduced front and rear lift by more than a quarter and optimised lateral aerodynamic stability.

It boosted the supercharged 5.0-liter V-8's 503 horsepower to 542, jacked up torque by 41 lb-ft to 502 lb-ft, freed up the speed limiter from 155 mph to 186 mph (a metric-round 300 km/h), and shaved 0.4 seconds off the 0-60 mph time, to 4.2. It lowered the ride height by 0.4 inches, stiffened the front suspension uprights, and raised spring rates by 28 percent front, 32 percent rear. This will cost you $35k-plus more than a garden-variety XKR coupe, the only bodystyle in which the XKR-S will be offered when it goes on sale this fall.

MSRP: $ 84.500 - $ 132.000
MPG Range: 22 - 24 mpg
Body Style: Convertible, Coupe

XFR: Along with the standard model, the XFR gets a new front bumper, grille, trunk finisher and a more luxurious interior. The "J-Blade" daytime running lights now are light-emitting diodes. The XFR comes with a horizontal chrome side power vent. With the same 503-horsepower engine as the standard XKR, the XFR is 0.1-seconds quicker in its 0-60 mph time (manufacturer's estimate). On the road, it "drives" smaller than the XKR, with very nicely balanced handling. If/when Jaguar does an XFR-S, CTS-v, M5 and XKR-S had better watch out.

XJ Supersport: The aluminum-intensive XJ weighs just 2.2 pounds more than the XF, so the Supersport, with the XFR/XKR's 503-horsepower supercharged V-8, matches the XFR's 4.7-second 0-60 mph time (manufacturer's estimate). Despite all that, Jaguar has wisely chosen not to stiffen up the suspension, so it's no XJR. Our testing of a right-hand-drive model was limited to the Algarve circuit, where the luxury car leaned cushily into every turn. It's reminiscent of those classic British sports car races in which Jag Mk IIs lean into corners that MGs, Austin-Healeys, and Triumphs take flat. The Supersport is for the executive who has lots of access to Autobahn-like roads.

2012 Jaguar XKR-S Styling : Near-flawless looks and a cabin of the gods: the 2012 Jaguar XK renders other sultry sports cars second-rate.

2012 Jaguar XKR-S Performance : Blurring the line between GT and true sports car, the 2012 Jaguar XK muscles its way into the performance dogfight with thrilling power and deft handling.

 

2012 Jaguar XKR-S Quality : Front-seat passengers are coddled in the 2012 Jaguar XK, but the rear seats are afterthoughts and the trunk space isn't generous.

2012 Jaguar XKR-S Safety : It has reassuring safety features and a strongly built body, but no crash-test scores for the 2012 Jaguar XK exist.

2012 Jaguar XKR-S Features : It's brimming with luxury features and finishes, but we'd touch up the 2012 Jaguar XK's touchscreen controls for better responsiveness.

2012 Jaguar XKR-S :

Base price : $132,875
Vehicle layout : Front-engine, RWD, 4-pass, 2-door coupe
Engine : 5.0L/542-hp/502-lb-ft supercharged DOHC 32-valve V-8
Transmission : 6-speed automatic
Curb weight : 3900 lb (mfr)
Wheelbase : 108.3 in
Length x width x height : 188.7 x 74.5 x 52.2 in
0-60 mph : 4.2 sec (mfr est)
EPA city/hwy fuel econ : 15/22 mpg (est)
Energy consumption, city/hwy : 225/153 kW-hrs/100 miles (est)
CO2 emissions : 1.11 lb/mile (est)
On sale in U.S. : September or October 2011

2012 Jaguar XKR-S

NEW 2012 DESIGN JAGUAR C-X16 EXOTIC CAR

JAGUAR C-X16 Powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 power off 376 and 332 lb-ft of torque, the C-X16 Concept is Jaguar's great heritage of the compressor in the next century with the addition of a "push to pass" hybrid -control system with a steering wheel button.

An electric motor is integrated into the eight-speed transmission that offers an additional 92 hp and 173 lb-ft of torque when the button is pressed. The resulting performance figures - 0-60 in 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 186 mph - is almost as impressive as the 165 g / km C02 emissions and C-X16's ability to travel up to 50 km / h on electrical power alone.

JAGUAR C-X16

The juice is powered by a 1.6 kWh battery mounted behind the rear seats, helping to contribute to the 50/50 weight distribution front to rear. And if you're wondering, we understand the engine room worthy of a V8, assuming that Jaguar wants to move up the price scale.

As for style, it's as good as anything Ian Callum, design director at Jaguar, but it would be remiss not to say that it looks a bit dated. Superb, no doubt, but in the same way XK is a superb, but fails to accelerate our pulse, when we see one on the road.

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2011 Eagle Jaguar E-Type Speedster Lightweight

2011 Jaguar E-Type Lightweight Speedster by Eagle will debut in 2011 the Salon Prive, supercar Concours d'Elegance and luxury, held at Syon House in west London on June 22 to 24, 2011.

Powered by a 4.7L 6 cylinder engine makes 310-hp with maximum torque of 340 lb-ft at 3600 rpm. Mated with a 5-speed gearbox, E-Type Lightweight Speedster goes from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds with a top speed of 160 mph.

Machine connected to a five-speed manual transmission, which allows roadster to accelerate from 0-60 mph in fewer than 5 sec. Also, it can suppress a top speed of 160 mph (258 km / h).

E-Type Lightweight Speedster sports 16-inch tires on aluminum rims with a radius of stainless-steel, drilled and aluminum caliper disc brakes with vented 4-pot, double wishbones, adjustable shocks and stabilizer bars.

Jaguar E-Type Speedster

Eagle, makers of the exclusive Eagle E-Type, showcases the world's most exclusive hand built car - the E-Type Speedster Lightweight - an authentic Jaguar E-Type from the 1960s reworked with more muscular styling, fresh classic detailing, and the performance of a contemporary supercar.

This outstanding car makes its public debut at 2011 Salon Privé, the luxury supercar and Concours d'Elegance, taking place at Syon House in west London on 22nd-24th June, 2011.

Henry Pearman, the founder of Eagle, says of the new Speedster Lightweight: "The elements in this remarkable alchemy are an original Jaguar E-Type, thirty years of dedicated experience, and the absolute cream of our widely acclaimed engineering developments and upgrades."

Eagle has a global reputation as an E-Type specialist, and offers an unparalleled collection of magnificent E-Types for sale, ranging from the earliest original specification dealer launch examples through to fully developed cars.

Beneath the Speedster Lightweight's jaw-droppingly beautiful body, every component has been thoughtfully and skilfully reworked, improved and often lightened resulting in a handmade automotive masterpiece with a weight of just 1000kg. The technical tour de force is the original Lightweight E-Type based aluminium 4.7 litre fuel injected engine and aluminium drive train. While retaining an external appearance identical to the original, they enable the car to offer a power- to- weight ratio matching that of the very latest Porsche 911 Turbo.

Jaguar E-Type Speedster Lightweight Specification

Engine: 4.7 litre, aluminium in line 6 cylinder, longitudinal front mounted
Cylinder head: Aluminium twin cam big valve.
Max power: 310bhp @ 4800rpm
Max Torque: 340lb ft @ 3600rpm
Fuelling: Fuel injection with individual throttle bodies and ECU
Transmission: Aluminium 5 speed gearbox, aluminium Power Lock differential
Suspension: Independent wishbones, 6 high tech adjustable dampers, anti roll bars and rear
radius arms
Brakes: 315mm/280mm drilled and vented discs, Aluminium 4 pot calipers, servo assistance
Steering: Rack and pinion
Wheels: 6 x 16 front, 7.5 x 16 rear, aluminium rims with stainless steel spokes
Tyres: 225/55 x 16 front, 245/55 x 16 rear
Weight: 1008kg dry
0-60mph: under 5 seconds
Top speed: 160mph plus
Height: 1000mm
Length: 4260mm
Width: 1740mm

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Jaguar Confirms Development of New Entry-Level Sedan and All-Wheel Drive XJ

Jaguar has admitted that it is currently working on a new sedan that will be the entry-level model of the range. Smaller than the XF, the new model is expected to have a starting price of around £28,000 (€31,850/$45,685). According to Adrian Hallmark, Jaguar's global brand director, the sub-£30,000 premium car market is four times larger than that of sedans priced above £30,000 (€34,120), so developing a cheaper, smaller Jaguar makes a solid business case.

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2012 Jaguar XF Facelift with New 2.2-Liter Turbo Diesel to Debut in New York Auto Show

Undeniably, the XF is one of the most important models in Jaguar’s recent history, as it turned a new design page for the British carmaker at a time the company changed ownership, from Ford to India’s Tata Motors. Now, three years after its market launch in 2008 following a debut at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, Jaguar is preparing a facelift version of the XF that will receive its world premiere at next month’s New York Auto Show.

The facelift model will receive a makeover that includes a new front fascia with new lights, a redesigned front grille and reshaped bumper, which oddly enough, bring it closer to the original C-XF Concept that previewed the car. The XF will also benefit from tweaks to the interior and the overall quality, the introduction of new tech systems and an upgraded suspension for improved ride and handling.

Perhaps the biggest news for buyers across the pond is the introduction of a new 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The oil-burner is a development of the Ford unit found in the Land Rover Freelander and the European-market Ford Mondeo, however, given that the XF is rear wheel drive, it sits in a north-south configuration so Jaguar had to make several changes to the engine.

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Jaguar Recalling More than 6,000 XF Saloons and XK Sports Cars in the USA for Corrosion Problems

We just got word that Jaguar has released a recall notice today that affects certain 2010MY XF saloons and XK sports cars over a potential issue with the power assist steering system. In a document filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [NHTSA], Jaguar said that the power assist steering (pas) pipes have been assembled with zinc-nickel plating that may not provide corrosion protection.

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2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S

2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S

MAHWAH, N.J., February 22, 2011 – Jaguar will launch the new Jaguar XKR-S at the Geneva Motor Show on March 1, 2011. 2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S is the most extreme expression yet of Jaguar's passion for building beautiful, fast cars.  With a higher output supercharged V8 engine, revised suspension, and a new aerodynamically-driven design, the Jaguar XKR-S expresses the company's long held duality of purpose: GT luxury with incredible performance.

The 2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S get preety look with Metallic Smurf example looks nothing if not more imposing, thanks largely to the additional vents feeding the supercharged V8. Jaguar notes that this is the most powerful and fastest production sports car it’s ever offered.

2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S

A revised fuelling map means the direct-injection powerplant now produces 550PS and 680Nm of torque. Extensive recalibration has ensured that power delivery and performance are seamless, contributing to a 0-60mph time of 4.2 seconds, and a Vmax bumped out to 186 mph. The Performance active exhaust encourages and rewards the enthusiastic driver with dramatic, motorsport-inspired aural feedback.

2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S

"The XKR-S is a bold and exciting new model for Jaguar," said Adrian Hallmark, Jaguar's new Global Brand Director. "We expect to attract both loyal and new Jaguar driving enthusiasts who still want the comfort, opulence and class only a Jaguar can offer, combined with inspirational performance."

The 2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S produces 550 hp with 502 lb/ft of torque, offers a top speed of 186mph (300km/h), and can accelerate from 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds. Full details, images and video of the 2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S will be released at the Geneva Motor Show press day on March 1, 2011.

The Jaguar XKR-S also required aerodynamic modifications to achieve its 300kph top speed in the unruffled manner expected of a Jaguar and has been designed solely with an eye for purity of line and singularity of purpose. As the XKR-S approaches its top speed, there is a requirement to channel air cleanly over, around and under the car in order to maintain stability and ensure balanced downforce front and rear. An overall reduction in lift of 26 per cent has been achieved.

The performance of the 2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S is reflected in both its interior and exterior styling, which feature exclusive new paint colours that reflect Jaguar's racing heritage. As with competition Jaguars of the past, the exterior of the 2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S adheres to the principle of form following function. In addition to the styling changes and in order for it to achieve 300kph, the XKR-S was the subject of extensive Computational Fluid Dynamics development work. The resulting changes reduced front and rear lift by more than a quarter and optimised lateral aerodynamic stability.

2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S

The performance intent of the 2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S is clear from the moment the driver enters the cabin thanks to new cosseting Performance seats with prominent shoulder wings for close support during hard cornering. The seats feature 16-way adjustment, memory and heating functions while a new three-spoke steering wheel provides the perfect interface between car and driver.

2012 Jaguar Sport Cars XKR-S

Panzani Design’s Vintage GT is a Scary Looking Jaguar S-Type R

What you see pictured here is the creation of a relatively unknown Italian tuning firm called Panzani Design. Named the Vintage GT, it’s an extreme take on the Jaguar S-Type R, which was the flagship version of the series powered by a 4.2-liter supercharged V8 kicking out 400HP.

Whether you like Panzani Design’s styling approach or not, one thing is for sure: there’s no way you can ignore it. The tuning company starts with the exterior of the Jaguar S-Type R by adding a new wide body kit with prominent wheel arches that house 20-inch alloy wheels shod in tires size 255/35 R20 up front and 305/30 R20 at the back.

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Jaguar XK8 Costumed up as an Aston Martin DBS [with Video]

Is the Jaguar XK8 not good enough for you? Then how about turning it into something with a bit more pizazz like an Aston Martin DBS? At least that’s what an eBay seller is proposing in our latest replicar find. The DBS doppelganger is based on a 1998 Jaguar XK8 and was up for sale on eBay with a ‘Buy it Now’ price of $50,000, but received no bids.

Not surprising, given the fact that you can find examples of the XK8 for as low as $8,000, with KBB suggesting a retail value of around $12,000 for a pristine 1999 model with the same mileage (95,000 miles). Heck, for under 50 grand you can actually get a real Aston Martin as we found 2002/2003 DB7s going for around $45,000 on eBay. Photos and video follow after the break.

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Best Jaguar, Land Rover Finally Turn Profit

If you were among the few Jaguar/Land Rover fans that wondered why Ford would sell off two brands they’d just invested millions in, congratulations, you can now tell your friend’s “I told you so.”

Having bled cash for a while prior to the sale, both companies were given new facilities and new models right before their disownment, and it would appear that investment from Ford has finally paid off as Tata has recently announced that both companies have turned a profit. Yes, you read that right, a profit. Thanks to an increase of 23% in total sales over the last quarter, Jaguar/Land Rover posted a profit of almost $5 million.

While nothing to write home about (that’ll only buy you around 50 XK’s), the profit demonstrates exactly how far the two firms have come from their darker days. Now producing vehicles that are easily the equal of competitors once thought out of reach, it’s good to finally see the buying public expressing their confidence in the two historic firms.