2007 Jaguar XK spy shots
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Meet the next convertible XK, sister to the undisguised coupe that we caught earlier. Jaguar has rejected the trend toward steel folding roofs, instead opting for a fabric folding set-up.
This lighter-weight approach would complement the Jaguar's lightweight all-alloy construction. And we would think it unlikely that the new XK cabrio will adopt the 'pram stack' folding operation of the current car, which leaves the roof unattractively proud of the car's waistline.
http://www.channel4.com/4car/gallery...xk-cabrio.html
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Originally Posted by M Type X
Jaguar in the 21st Century: Jag front ends that don't look like Jags
The headlights even look kinda like the E-type, at least until they stretch out to the fenders and come to a point. But the part on the front of the car, yeah. Definite E-type inspiration there.
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Originally Posted by MrFatbooty
Looks like a Jag to me...
The headlights even look kinda like the E-type, at least until they stretch out to the fenders and come to a point. But the part on the front of the car, yeah. Definite E-type inspiration there.
The headlights even look kinda like the E-type, at least until they stretch out to the fenders and come to a point. But the part on the front of the car, yeah. Definite E-type inspiration there.
Yep looks like a modern E-type to me as well. I'm sure most of people that read HAN have never seen an E-type before or know what it is :chuckles:
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As well as lifting the lid on Jaguar's hot new coupé, the mag's spies have also managed to get the XK convertible into their viewfinders. This week's mag has the best pictures yet of the drop-top that will take on BMW's 6-Series Convertible and Porsche's awesome 911 Cabrio.
Unlike the hard-top XK, the cabrio won't be officially unveiled until the Geneva Motor Show next March. As a result, this variant is yet to venture out into the open without any disguise, but Jaguar fans can rest assured that none of the coupé's style will be lost with the removal of the roof.
While early indications were that engineers were working on a folding metal hard-top for the XK, this project is now thought to have been dropped in favour of a more traditional canvas lid. Despite the elaborate cladding added to the prototype seen here, the hood is clearly visible. Taking the place of the rear seats fitted in the coupé, the roof mechanism allows the soft-top to be hidden beneath the bodywork when owners want open-top motoring.
Inside, the cabin will be trimmed to luxurious standards and share many components with the XJ saloon. Along with the firm's trademark hooded dials, high-quality leather trim and deep carpets, there will be hi-tech touch screen sat-nav combined with an in-car entertainment system.
Part of the reason for the staggered launch of the coupé and cabrio is down to the high standards set by Jaguar bosses. They wanted no compromise in ride or handling, so the convertible is still undergoing exhaustive development work to fine-tune chassis rigidity and air-suspension settings.
Both naturally aspirated and supercharged convertibles will be offered, with the flagship promising effortless performance. The XKR - set apart by four exhaust pipes - will feed power through a modified and strengthened version of the XJ saloon's six-speed automatic gearbox to the rear wheels. Thanks to an advanced traction control system, the cabrio is expected to manage the sprint from 0-60mph in little more than five seconds.
As a result of the extra work involved, the XK convertible won't go on sale in the UK before the end of next year. Prices and specifications are yet to be confirmed, but base models will be priced at around £5,000 more than the equivalent hard-top.
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/55...haping_up.html
Unlike the hard-top XK, the cabrio won't be officially unveiled until the Geneva Motor Show next March. As a result, this variant is yet to venture out into the open without any disguise, but Jaguar fans can rest assured that none of the coupé's style will be lost with the removal of the roof.
While early indications were that engineers were working on a folding metal hard-top for the XK, this project is now thought to have been dropped in favour of a more traditional canvas lid. Despite the elaborate cladding added to the prototype seen here, the hood is clearly visible. Taking the place of the rear seats fitted in the coupé, the roof mechanism allows the soft-top to be hidden beneath the bodywork when owners want open-top motoring.
Inside, the cabin will be trimmed to luxurious standards and share many components with the XJ saloon. Along with the firm's trademark hooded dials, high-quality leather trim and deep carpets, there will be hi-tech touch screen sat-nav combined with an in-car entertainment system.
Part of the reason for the staggered launch of the coupé and cabrio is down to the high standards set by Jaguar bosses. They wanted no compromise in ride or handling, so the convertible is still undergoing exhaustive development work to fine-tune chassis rigidity and air-suspension settings.
Both naturally aspirated and supercharged convertibles will be offered, with the flagship promising effortless performance. The XKR - set apart by four exhaust pipes - will feed power through a modified and strengthened version of the XJ saloon's six-speed automatic gearbox to the rear wheels. Thanks to an advanced traction control system, the cabrio is expected to manage the sprint from 0-60mph in little more than five seconds.
As a result of the extra work involved, the XK convertible won't go on sale in the UK before the end of next year. Prices and specifications are yet to be confirmed, but base models will be priced at around £5,000 more than the equivalent hard-top.
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/55...haping_up.html
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Jaguar's new XK sports car, which Wheels24 uncovered earlier this year with exclusive spy photos, is to feature a potent turbodiesel engine.
The Jaguar XK is to be officially unveiled later this year with a 4.2-litre V8 engine.
There will also be a an entry-level 3.5-litre V8 petrol model as well as a supercharged XKR.
However, the big news is that Jaguar is also going the diesel route with the XK.
According to Auto Express will get a V8 turbodiesel V8, which is to be developed in conjunction with Land Rover.
This 4-litre engine will have a power output of about 270 hp while torque will be an incredible 440 lb/ft. The 0-62 mph sprint will be a mere seven seconds.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/Wheels24/N...721064,00.html
MtViewGuy88, you are hereby officially sanctioned to wet yourself in response to this news, should you feel so inclined.
And yes, we know about the low-sulfur diesel that's coming out here soon enough.
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The Jaguar XK is to be officially unveiled later this year with a 4.2-litre V8 engine.
There will also be a an entry-level 3.5-litre V8 petrol model as well as a supercharged XKR.
However, the big news is that Jaguar is also going the diesel route with the XK.
According to Auto Express will get a V8 turbodiesel V8, which is to be developed in conjunction with Land Rover.
This 4-litre engine will have a power output of about 270 hp while torque will be an incredible 440 lb/ft. The 0-62 mph sprint will be a mere seven seconds.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/Wheels24/N...721064,00.html
MtViewGuy88, you are hereby officially sanctioned to wet yourself in response to this news, should you feel so inclined.
And yes, we know about the low-sulfur diesel that's coming out here soon enough.
h:
