Jaguar XKR Revealed ( Supercharged, 400+ hp )
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New Jaguar XKR Spy Photos
by Andreas Conradt & Hans G. Lehmann Copyright by Lehmann Photo-Syndication
Copyright by AUTOMEDIA
03-30-2006
Don't let the thin disguising fool you, because underneath this black tape is the supercharged version of the all-new XK, out later this year. While the normal XK is offered with a version of the 305-bhp 4.4-litre V8 used in the latest Range Rover, the range will be joined later in the year by a tarmac-rippling R version. The XKR will feature Jaguar's supercharged 4.2-litre V8, which will develop at least 400 bhp.
These latest photos capture the sporty XKR version, showing both convertible and coupe prototypes as they undergo testing. The car can be recognized by an altered front end which does not have a horizontal chrome bar through the center of the grille. At the rear, the powerful XKR version has four big exhaust pipes. It also features extended wheel arches and a boot spoiler.
Jaguar is also contemplating an even higher output XKR-R model, which could develop up to 500bhp. This would give Coventry a credible rival to the mega-power Mercedes AMG-tuned SLs, as well as BMW's M6 range. Here’s also proof that, as with the old XK range, the new model will gain super-performance cabriolet versions, too.
As the new XK is considerably lighter, performance will be even more stellar than the current XKR's 0-100-km/h figure of 5.4 seconds. A 260-bhp entry-level V8 could be on the cards,too, as well as a 200-bhp six-cylinder diesel model. Both, the coupe and convertible are expected to debut at the Paris Motor Show this fall and to be in the showrooms in 2007.
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Originally Posted by NYLexSC
LOL Its got Aston Martin written all OVER it....I guess they one in the same now aren't they?
Kinda has some BMW 6 in it as well, or am I seeing things?
Kinda has some BMW 6 in it as well, or am I seeing things?
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Mmmm. I'll take one coupe - straight black on black.
Anyone else notice that HUGE dent on the left rear quarter? It looks like they might have rolled the car given how beat up and dirty it is. That's exactly how I'd drive that thing. Roll it straight into a ravine on the blueridge parkway.
That car is going to be a beast.
M.
Anyone else notice that HUGE dent on the left rear quarter? It looks like they might have rolled the car given how beat up and dirty it is. That's exactly how I'd drive that thing. Roll it straight into a ravine on the blueridge parkway.
That car is going to be a beast.
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Splash of Chrome
Telltale signs suggest Jaguar XKR is nearing production
AutoWeek | Published 04/05/06, 9:09 am et
Telltale signs suggest Jaguar XKR is nearing production
AutoWeek | Published 04/05/06, 9:09 am et
Note the slight bit of chrome accenting this Jaguar’s gill—that’s the first clue that this is Jag’s performance-oriented XKR, shown here in spy photos of both coupe and convertible prototypes undergoing testing.
Jaguar launched its new 2007 XK coupe at the Frankfurt Motor Show last fall, followed by the world debut of the XK convertible at Detroit in January. Both cars go on sale this month.
XKR arrives as early as this December, following world reveals of both models at the Paris Motor Show in September. Besides the chrome replacing body color on the XKR’s gills, the performance models are recognized by the altered front end, which does not have a horizontal chrome bar through the center of the grille, and four big exhaust pipes peeking out from behind. It also features extended wheel arches and a rear spoiler.
A 420-hp supercharged 4.2-liter V8 will power the XKR, pushing an aluminum chassis and body weighing 200 pounds less than the old model. Though Jag expects the car to compete with the BMW M6 and Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, the real race for performance luxury will begin when Jaguar debuts its rumored XKR-R in 2007—boasting in excess of 450 horsepower.
Jaguar launched its new 2007 XK coupe at the Frankfurt Motor Show last fall, followed by the world debut of the XK convertible at Detroit in January. Both cars go on sale this month.
XKR arrives as early as this December, following world reveals of both models at the Paris Motor Show in September. Besides the chrome replacing body color on the XKR’s gills, the performance models are recognized by the altered front end, which does not have a horizontal chrome bar through the center of the grille, and four big exhaust pipes peeking out from behind. It also features extended wheel arches and a rear spoiler.
A 420-hp supercharged 4.2-liter V8 will power the XKR, pushing an aluminum chassis and body weighing 200 pounds less than the old model. Though Jag expects the car to compete with the BMW M6 and Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, the real race for performance luxury will begin when Jaguar debuts its rumored XKR-R in 2007—boasting in excess of 450 horsepower.
