2010 Jaguar XJ Overview

The sporty 2010 Jaguar XJ full-size luxury sedan growls with three powerful engine options and exudes luxury, thank to a long overdue redesign inside and out.

The XJ is Jaguar'r flagship sedan and available in four trim levels-base XJ, XJL (long wheelbase), Supercharged and the special-order Supersport. The XJ and XJL are powered by a 358-horsepower, 5.0-liter V-8, while the Supercharged and Supersport trims get a supercharged version of this same engine, only the Supercharged puts out 470 horses and can hit 0-60 in 4.9 seconds, while the Supersport tops that with 510 horses and a 4.7 0-60 time. Each option is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with auto-manual mode and, according to the manufacturer, combined fuel economy ratings are 18-19 mpg.

Competing with Audi A8, BMW 7 Series, Lexus LS 460 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class in the full-size luxury sedan segment, the 2010 Jaguar XJ shifts from its distinguished four-headlight design in front to a more sculpted look with wraparound front headlights and vertical tail lamps. The 2010 Jaguar XJ features a lightweight aluminum body that is at least 300 pounds lighter than a traditional steel body and rests on 18- or 19-inch wheels, an air-spring suspensim and automatically controlled shock absorbers for a smoother, more comfortable ride.

The interior gets a more modern treatment with a panoramic glass roof, chrome surfaces and leather seats. Trunk volume is 15.2 cubic feet and the long-wheelbase version gets an extra five inches of backseat legroom. High-tech gadgetry includes an eight-inch touch-screen that display vehicle functions ranging from audio and video to navigation and climate control. A premium 1200-watt Bowers & Wilkins surround-sound system is standard on the Supercharged and Supersport models. Other amenities include hard drive-based audio and navigation systems and audio and video connectivity.

The 2010 Jaguar XJ is loaded with the latest in standard safety technologies, including antilock brakes. An electronic stability system and active front seat belts that tighten under heavy braking or aggressive cornering.

The Jaguar XL full-size luxury sedan gets a fresh, modern look for 2010, features better performance and a host of luxury/technology amenities.



Source: www.newcars.com

First Look: 2010 Jaguar XJ

Jaguar has just unveiled its new XJ flagship to the public in a celebrity-filled extravaganza hosted by everyone's favorite car guy -- Jay Leno -- in London. We got an embargoed sneak peek a bit ahead of time of the new Jag flagship, which is set to hit U.S shores this December, beginning from the top floor of one of those photogenic English manors in the suburbs of London you see in Victorian-period-piece movies.

This location allowed design chief lan Callum to show off the luxury sedan's plan view and thus its most controversial feature, its pianno-black trim. While piano black is almost a cliche on luxury-sedan dashboards, you don't find it outside..until now. The 2010 Jaguar XJ features a piece of the trim on the roof rails connecting the C-pillar to the other edge of the rear quarter-window.

The piano-black trim, which shows up only close up on metallic black or British Racing Green paint, stands out like a piece of protective-trim covering on virtually any other paint color...silver, for example.

An overhead view shows how it connects the side glass with the standard panoramic two-panel sunroof. Controversial styling extends to the tail and trunklid, which look more than a bit like those on italy's Lancia Thesis luxury sedan, though Jaguar insists it just takes getting used to.

You'll recognize the 2010 Jaguar XJ's nose as a more upright follow-up to last year's sensation, the XF. On the bigger XJ, which is about the same size as the more formal-looking sedan it replaces, the rectangular grille is even more resolved and the cat's-eye headlamps are even sleeker. As with the XF, there's no Leaper hood ornament, though it will be offered in North America, in case you're considering an aftermarket vinyl top as well.

"Surface tension" in the profile pays homage to Chris Bangle's "flame surfacing" as does just about everything new in the car business these days. While the roofline suggests a "four-door coupe" in the idiom of Mercedes' CLS-Class, rear-seat headroom, even with the standard two-panel sunroof, is quite good. The XJ is a bigger car than it looks. Jaguar worked hard on the sedan's aerodynamics, for high-speed stability and low wind noise and fuel effiency.


By Todd Lassa, www.motortrend.com

ALL NEW XJ

COVENTRY, ENGLAND, 20th April 2009-An all new Jaguar XJ will make its public debut this July-and today saw the preview and release of first information on this breathtaking new Jaguar.

Speaking at Auto Shanghai 2009, Jaguar Cars Managing Director, Mike O'Driscoll confirmed that:

- The all new XJ will go on sale at the end of 2009-but will officially be revealed on July 9th in London.

- All of Jaguar's new ultra-efficient Gen III petrol and diesel engines will be available in the new XJ, including the already acclaimed V6 diesel* and 510 hp supercharged V8.

- There will be a choice of standard or long wheelbase models.

- The all new XJ will introduce the highest standards of personal luxury and specification, including a panoramic glass roof.

Full details of the all new XJ including pricess will be revealed on July 9th and orders for delivery in early 2010 will be taken from this time.


Dependent on market, the all new XJ will be in dealerships from the end of this year.

*Not available in North America.

ABOUT JAGUAR

From its beginning as a manufacturer of motorcycle sidecars in 1922, Jaguar Cars has grown to become one of the world's premier manufacturers of luxury sedans and sports cars and with that, one of the most recognized commercial brands.

The company's vision is simple: To produce beautiful fast cars that are desired the world over.

The company operates two manufacturing plants in the United Kingdom and is fully engaged in environmental programs, community work and brand awareness exercises such as motorsports.


Source: www.jaguar.com