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2010 Jaguar XJ Preview

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Khatir Soltani
The new XJ will be available in Canada with a choice of three engines – a 5.0 liter 385hp naturally aspirated V8, 5.0 liter 470hp supercharged V8 and a 5.0 liter 510hp supercharged V8. In naturally-aspirated form, the XJ develops 380 lb.-ft. of torque. The supercharged versions develop 424 lb.-ft. and 461 lb.-ft. of torque, respectively. All three engines combine deft performance, unparalleled character, peerless pedigree, and have a classic Jaguar blend of strength and precision.

The All New 2010 Jaguar XJ delivers a driving experience that is just as memorable as the car’s sleek and alluring appearance, combining responsive, sporting dynamics with the luxurious drive expected from a Jaguar.


All-new Jaguar XJ At-A-Glance
·As the company’s ultimate four-door flagship, the All New XJ extends the appeal of the legendary XJ line to a new generation of customers.

·The All New XJ will be available in Canada with a choice of three engines – a 5.0 liter 385hp naturally aspirated V8, 5.0 liter 470hp supercharged V8 and a 5.0 liter 510hp supercharged V8. In naturally-aspirated form, the XJ develops 380 lb. ft. of torque. The supercharged versions develop 424 lb. ft. and 461 lb. ft. of torque, respectively.

·The new XJ features both standard and long wheelbase models. The long wheelbase offers an even more sumptuous and refined environment for rear-seat passengers with an additional five inches of legroom while the XJ’s largest-in-class trunk features power opening and closing for convenient access to the 521 liters storage space (without alloy space saver spare wheel).

·The new Jaguar XJ is constructed using Jaguar’s aerospace-inspired aluminum body technology, which makes the XJ at least 136 kilograms lighter than its rivals; providing benefits to performance, handling and fuel economy, while delivering increased strength, refinement and safety.

·Key driver aids on the new XJ include Adaptive Dynamics (continuously variable damping), Active Differential Control (available only on Supercharged and Supersport), and Sequential Shift System for manual gear selection, with shift paddles mounted behind the steering wheel and quick-ratio power steering.

·The new XJ comes standard with a CD/DVD player, HD radio, and a SIRIUS™ satellite radio receiver. In addition, the Media Hub provides flexible connectivity through two USB ports, Bluetooth® audio streaming and an auxiliary input, which allow the user to connect with iPods®, iPhones™, laptops and Blackberrys®.

·A 12.3-inch high-definition screen, which uses sophisticated – and beautifully detailed – Virtual InstrumentsTM, provides all of the functions performed by traditional dials.

·A panoramic glass roof is an integral part of the All New XJ’s design, enabling the car to have a lower, more streamlined roofline, while dramatically enhancing the feeling of light and space inside.
·The All New Jaguar XJ can be ordered today for delivery in early 2010 and will go on sale in December 2009, with a starting price of $88,000 MSRP.

The All New XJ, will include:

·5.0-liter naturally aspirated XJ and XJL (385hp) with a $88,000 and $95,500 MSRP, respectively
·5.0-liter XJL Supercharged (470hp) with $107,000 MSRP
·5.0-liter XJ and XJL Supersport (510hp) with a $130,500 and $133,500 MSRP, respectively


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Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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