The want of a sports car is finally resolved as Tata took the decision of getting the Jaguar XKR coupe in India. This is one of the fastest cars available in the list of super cars. It has speed and style which is top notch. Except for the luxury area where the car lacks behind, the car is a rocket in power segment. The exhaust note of the vehicle is simply superb and mind revving. The design of the exhaust and other components is done according to performance criteria. It has one of the best engines installed from the jaguar house. The R models are super fast and meant for speed.The car is one of the priciest possessions from the English manufacturer. The car can be controlled in the right manner at high speeds. From the aerodynamics to the electronics of the car, everything is perfectly designed for maximum output. Power shifting on the Jaguar XKR is simply superb and fast. Redline gear change engages the car to travel at the three digit mark in less time.
General Data
- Vehicle Type : Production car, two doors coupe
- Configuration : Front Engine/ RWD
- Engine : supercharged V8
- Displacement : 5000 cc
- Torque : 461 lb-ft @ — rpm
- Horsepower : 510 bhp @ — rpm
- Transmission : 6-speed Automatic
- 0-60 mph : 4.6 sec
- Top speed : 155mph
Additional features
- 19″ “Tamana” 10-spoke alloy wheels
- 245/40ZR19 front & 275/35ZR19 rear tires
- Compact spare tire w/alloy wheel
- Body-color front/rear bumpers
- Nickel finish trunk plinth
- Body-colored rear spoiler
- Nickel finish side window surround
- Body-colored hood louvers w/embossed SUPERCHARGED
- Bright finish mesh upper & lower front grilles
- Bi-xenon headlamps w/corner lamps, dynamic leveling
- Auto on/off headlamps w/Power wash
- Adaptive front lighting
- Dual rear fog lamps
- Daytime running lamps
- LED tail lamps
- Body-colored electrochromic Power folding heated Power mirrors w/memory, mirror dip in reverse, integrated turn signals
- Rain-sensing variable-intermittent windshield wipers
- Body-colored door handles
- 16-way Power-adjustable front heated/cooled leather bucket seats w/Power lumbar, 3-position memory
- Fixed rear 2-passenger bench seat w/easy-enter
- “R” logo embossed adjustable front headrests
- Center console storage
- Soft grain leather instrument panel fascia
- Front/rear carpeted foot well rugs
- Leather-wrapped heated Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel -inc: auto tilt-away, audio/telephone/speed controls, memory, “R” badge
- Jaguar drive selector
- Instrumentation -inc: analog speedometer w/fade up/down lighting, tachometer w/”R” logo
- Trip computer/message center
- Outside temp indicator
- 7″ center console touch screen controls for DVD-based navigation, audio, telephone, climate, personalization, valet
- Full-screen analog-style digitized clock
- Power front windows w/one-touch up/down, anti-trap, convenience mode
- Power door locks w/two-stage unlock, auto-drive-away locking
- Jaguar Smart Key System w/keyless entry/keyless push-button start
- Valet lock-out for trunk & glove box
- Stainless steel brake & accelerator pedals
- Adaptive cruise control -inc: forward alert
- DVD-navigation system w/dual map screen
- Home Link-compatible 3-channel garage door/entry gate opener
- Remote mechanical trunk & fuel door releases
- Anti-theft engine immobilizer
- Vehicle security alarm system
- Dual-zone automatic climate control w/humidity sensor, air filter
- Air quality/smog sensor activated air recirculation system
- Heated rear window
- Locking illuminated glove box w/auxiliary Power point
- (2) front cup holders
- Aluminum/wood trim
- Ashtray/lighter in center console
- Soft grain leather door trim panels w/integrated door pockets
- Electrochromic rearview mirror
- Dual illuminated sun visors w/vanity mirrors
- Front map lights
- Theater fading courtesy lights
- Amber mood lighting
- Driver/front passenger foot well illumination w/theater fade-out
- Door puddle/curb illumination
- Illuminated trunk
- “R” badge chrome & leather gearshift knob
- Seatback map pockets
- 5.0L supercharged V8 engine
- 6-speed ZF automatic transmission w/OD, Sequential Shift
- Active differential control
- Rear wheel drive
- Continuously variable damper (CVD) suspension
- Speed-sensitive variable-ratio Power rack & pinion steering w/unique S/C tune
- 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/electronic brake force distribution
- “R” logo brake calipers
- Electronic parking brake
- Fully active exhaust w/quad bright tips
Power and performance
You really don’t want to test the top whack of this vehicle. It touches a 100 under 4seconds flat. Well, if you want some more fun and power then try shifting the car for power shifts. Red line gear change ensures that you get the desired output in less time. The supercharged logo ensures that your engine is tuned for maximum performance. The aerodynamics of the car plays an important role in keeping the car as low as possible. Electronics installed in the car keeps it stable at high speeds. Drifting the car into corners can be handled easily with the use of advanced suspension installed in the rear wheel area. Since the car is a coupe, it has features of a sports car.
Looks and styling
The car simply looks muscular and wide. The features given with the car are enough to start a rock show. The main attractive feature with the car is its exhaust systems. The car is designed in sports style which makes it have a keyless entry. A seven inch touch screen is installed so that you get all the details of the electronics working on the car.
Safety features
- Active speed limiter
- 4-wheel anti-lock brakes w/emergency brake assist
- Track dynamic stability control w/traction control
- 5-mph front/rear bumpers
- Driver & front passenger dual-stage airbags w/passenger seat weight sensor
- Driver & front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags
- 3-point height-adjustable front safety belts w/pretensioners, belt minder
- Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) child seat anchorages
- Driver & front passenger whiplash reduction system
- Front/rear park control
- Emergency release in trunk
- Automatic drive-away locking
- Tire pressure monitoring system
Why the Jaguar XFR Coupe
- Superb handling
- Very fast in cornering and straights
- Has its own style
- Perfect car for a getaway
Why not the Jaguar XKR Coupe
The Judge says
Perfect car to spoil yourself from the breed of others. The car has a good engine capacity and speed. It is one of the best coupes manufactured in the world.
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