Geneva 2008: Jaguar XKR-S

[powah]

From Autoblog

Jaguar will produce a limited run of 200 XKR-S coupes, which will be offered in Europe only. Now, the regular XKR is a delectable conveyance that combines endless sex appeal with eye-widening performance. Put plainly, it is an absolute hoot to drive. The XKR-S takes all that goodness and ramps things up a bit. The 420-horsepower blown V8 is unchanged, and the XKR-S has the same 0-60 time (4.9 seconds) as its standard counterpart. What does change is the electronically governed top speed. Adding the "S" also adds 19 mph to the cat's top end, now 174 mph.

Among the myriad other changes made for the XKR-S are the addition of big Alcon Performance R brakes, a retuned suspension, and a host of visual and aerodynamics upgrades, such as new wheels with retro-logo caps, a new front splitter, side skirts, a new rear spoiler, and a rear diffuser insert. Inside, what was already a very nice cabin becomes opulent, with new interior trim, a higher-end audio system, updated instruments (to accomodate the higher top speed) and other sundry niceties. You can sum the whole thing up in two words: "fast" and "beautiful." We want.

Looks great, as usual, however I'm suprised they didn't put a bigger engine in it . Also, it's for euro only :/

More pics here

[Crazyjeeper]

Didn't top gear say that the "limited" regular XKR did 175 despite the 155 limiter?

[_HighVoltage_]

So basically this makes the regular XK-R redundant?

[argatoga]

I love the XK, but this looks like a lazy attempt. New breaks and a less restrictive governor, wow that must have taxed their engineers. I'd stick with a regular XKR.

[Wizegui]

It needs the new 5.0L V8 thats coming for the XF.

[fbc]

Yeah, it's a bit of a lazy effort - but I still think it looks stunning and can find a home in my garage whenever it wants (unless there's an AM V8 already in there, in which case there's plenty of room in the driveway).

[watto]

Looks fantastic.

But it smells of laziness.

[NooDle]

why? If it's the same engine and the same car with the limiter removed why even bother trying to sell it as another car?

Also, i'm bored of manufacturers adding letters to their existing car range to make it sound sportier. XK -> XKR -> XKRS

Whats next? XKRSRSRSRRRRRRRRRRRR ?

[powah]

This thread needs more pics:

[Crazyjeeper]

Wow that thing is gorgeous. I really wish that had given it more power through.

[Necx0]

God, I dunno, in the wake of the XF I find the XK almost a bit dated......

Maybe its just those pics though.

[NooDle]

is it just me or is the licence plate "AHOLLL"? As in A-hole? WTF?

[thedguy]

So basically they did what any ricer does to his Honda, just with much better taste?

[Spectre]

Originally Posted by NooDle

is it just me or is the licence plate "AHOLLL"? As in A-hole? WTF?

No, it's not just you. I saw it too and burst out laughing. This is the kind of idiocy that only the current Jaguar Cars management would allow to happen.

As for why they're basically releasing a riced model: Jaguar is desperately trying to get someone, anyone to buy their cars. Sales of the "new" XK are down 50% compared to the last year of the *old* car! Nobody wants it.

Like it or not, Ian Callum's designs are not being well received by most people who are in the market. Between Callum and the current management, they're running the brand into the ground. And they still don't understand why people are staying away. I've spotted some "astroturf" articles being posted for the XF on major US media websites - they even dredged up old Dan Gurney to try to promote the thing: http://money.cnn.com/2008/03/04/auto...tune/index.htm

[Paul_The_Aussie]

I have to say i do like it, the design of the new XK is something I like, I find it sexy!

[Shawn]

I like the XK but this seems less nice. I'm not digging the body mouldings or whatever they're called. I especially dislike front lips, especially on a Jaguar which is supposed to be understated.

[Spectre]

Originally Posted by Paul_The_Aussie

I have to say i do like it, the design of the new XK is something I like, I find it sexy!

Yes, but would you buy one? *Can* you buy one? If you had the cash, is it your number one choice in a grand tourer? Or would you buy an Aston V8?

Most people who "like" the car won't buy it.

[bartboy9891]

Originally Posted by Spectre

Yes, but would you buy one? *Can* you buy one? If you had the cash, is it your number one choice in a grand tourer? Or would you buy an Aston V8?

Most people who "like" the car won't buy it.

I like it better than just about everything else in the price range. Of course, I haven't driven one but the only cars I find appealing in that category are the Porsche 911 and the BMW M6.

[Paul_The_Aussie]

Originally Posted by Spectre

Yes, but would you buy one? *Can* you buy one? If you had the cash, is it your number one choice in a grand tourer? Or would you buy an Aston V8?

Most people who "like" the car won't buy it.

I don't see what my $$ has to do with my opinion of the car. Whether or not I can afford the car or would buy it should not determine whether I can like it or not.
I never said it was better than an Aston or anything else, all I said was I liked the shape.
Can you afford one?

I have seen some of your posts in the Jag topics and IMO I think that chip on your shoulder is getting worse.

[Momentum57]

One reason why one would by a jag rather than something more exotic for the same money. Repair cost! I can drive into the city and get my jag fixed by a specialist where would i go for a Lambo repair guy. I only know one place that I would trust to do the work and thats because it does restorations of exotics. Even with that I don't think that they certified for the work.