Jaguar XF-R Official Thread

[sako97]

Built to rival BMW's M5, Mercedes-Benz's E63 AMG and Audi's RS6, the new Jaguar XF-R looks every inch the true rival in these newly leaked official photos. The details that accompany the images indicate it will be a match in terms of power as well, rated at 510hp (380kW).

The information leaked matches well with previous expectations. The XF-R has been no stranger to the spy camera, captured as recently as last week undergoing camouflaged testing. It is scheduled for an official debut in just a few days at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, however, so it's not surprising that official images have emerged.

Stylistically, the new XF-R sports a more aggressive front end thanks to a black mesh grille, hood louvres and chromed air intakes. The rest of the lower-body gets aero upgrades as well, including side sills, a reworked rear fascia and quad-tipped exhaust pipes peeking out from either side of the diffuser.

The twin Roots-type supercharged 5.0L V8 engine generates substantially more power than its supercharged 4.2L V8 predecessor, found in various forms from the XJ Super V8 to the XK-R. With 461lb-ft (625Nm) of torque on tap, the XF-R leaps to 60mph (96km/h) in just 4.7 seconds. In-gear acceleration is equally strong, shooting the car from 50-70mph (80-112km/h) in just 1.9 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 155mph (250km/h). Despite the big forced induction V8 and impressive performance, the XF-R still manages a respectable 18.8mpg US (12.5L/100km) in the combined cycle.

Other upgrades over the already solid XF platform include active suspension and differential systems, a faster steering ratio and bigger brakes for more fade resistance. The interior gets XF-R specificy styling as well, including aluminum and mesh accents, R badges and custom sport seats.

Expect more details and even more imagery to come upon the XF-R's official debut in Detroit.
Via: 4WheelsNews

[ree]

Looks awesome!!!!! LOVE IT!! What a stunning car…

[The Artist]

Not bad
Like it alot

The front lights bug me abit..
But other than that..gr8

[Centurion]

Brilliant car, horrid press images.

[shonguiz]

Some details here and there are maybe a little exagerated for a jag but overall it's a sublime car.

[bmer]

Awesome! I really like the XF and I love the fact they are willing to challenge the Germans in this segment!

[Giannis]

And the fact that the design is so great!

[Tarek]

Power figures is a bit disappointing,it's already underpowered next to the Germans.

Hate those big holes in the front bumper and the rear exhaust look really bad and cheap for a car like this...but i think i kinda like it

[Centurion]

Originally Posted by Tarek

Power figures is a bit disappointing,it's already underpowered next to the Germans.

Hate those big holes in the front bumper and the rear exhaust look really bad and cheap for a car like this...but i think i kinda like it

Don't forget Tarek, this is Jaguar. Style before power

This is not a car one buys to race against Evos and tricked out 350Zs.

[Tarek]

Originally Posted by Centurion

Don't forget Tarek, this is Jaguar. Style before power

This is not a car one buys to race against Evos and tricked out 350Zs.

Exactly same thing applies to the Germans,no one buys E63/M5 or RS6 to race riced out cars,but honestly i was expecting such power figures it's a jag after all