Jaguar vehicles have been driven by the character Austin Powers since the first film in the series, when the historical Jaguar E-Type painted in the Union Jack got the spotlight as his hip mode of transportation.
The Jaguar E-Type was first introduced in the early sixties and was one of the first examples of applying the principles of aerodynamics to motor car design. Much like Austin Powers himself, it was considered a stylish balance of adventure and prowess.
?The sensuous curves, powerful engine, and imposing stance of the XK8 make it the ideal mode of transportation for a character like Austin Powers,? said Susan Callaway, Vice President and General Manager of Jaguar North America. ?Having our products showcased in movies allows us to reach a broad consumer audience and become further identifiable and accessible as a brand.?
The Jaguar XK8 is a sleek, assertive vehicle that fits neatly into the family of Jaguar cars. Its 32 valve 290-horsepower AJ-V8 engine and luxurious interior combine excitement and elegance both on screen and off.
It?s been three years since Austin Powers, that swinging international man of mystery, has had to face his arch enemy, Dr. Evil. But after Dr. Evil and his accomplice Mini-Me escape from a maximum-security prison, Austin is called to action once more in his third and final installment of the highly successful Austin Powers movie franchise.