2005 Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe Concept

Like its current grand tourer, the ALC is laid out in a 2+2 format, but major improvements were made to increase the interior's

For such a dramatic looking car, Jaguar kept the interior design rather conservative. (Photo: Jaguar Cars North America)

size and roominess. Lower mounted seats provide greater headroom despite the sloping roofline, and a wider cabin means that there's more elbow and hip room.

The interior itself is typical Jaguar, but has been finished rather conservatively for such a dramatic looking vehicle. Tan leather with stitching on seating surfaces, door panels and dashboard is traditional British luxury, however jeweled aluminum inserts used throughout the cockpit are a sporty and modern step away from the expected burr walnut. The ALC features two high-resolution LCD displays,

Jeweled aluminum inserts used throughout the cockpit are a sporty and modern step away from the expected burr walnut. (Photo: Jaguar Cars North America)

a main Alpine telematics touch screen unit for navigation, stereo and entertainment, and a smaller display located in the center of the instrument panel which displays the car's vital statistics and navigation directions.

As for safety, the ALC features the standard array of airbags, ABS brakes and traction control, but also features dynamic aids such as Computer Active Technology Suspension for improved ride and handling characteristics, as well as Adaptive Cruise Control and Active Restraint Technology System, helping to ensure all occupants remain safe in the event of a collision.