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Geneva Motor Show - Jaguar
Created Date: 23/03/2011
Jaguar sped onto the scene with the suitably fast 2011 XKR-S - which is their fastest Jaguar since the XJ220, and the stunningly beautiful Bertone B99 Concept. Admittedly, there will be another feeling of déjà-vu here as back in 2008 they released a model of the same name. I would keep reading though, as this one honestly blows it out of the water. Compared to the most recent XKR, power has gone up to 542bhp; torque has gone up to 501lb ft and amazingly mileage has stayed the same at 23mpg. Not only that, there are also upgrades to the suspension and Adaptive Dynamics traction/stability control, as well as a 10mm ride height drop, new LED lights, new front and rear bumpers, and a part-carbon rear wing. All these improvements have reduced lift by 26% according to Jaguar, as well as making it look even more potent. Available in colours that reflect Jaguars ‘true racing heritage’, you can choose from Stratus Grey Metallic, Ultimate Black Metallic, Italian Racing Red, and French Racing Blue. No British Racing Green though, which is a shame!
The Bertone B99 Concept was not only a sight to behold – it looked incredible, but also an interesting take on the hybrid market. It’s set to feature a hybrid system completely designed by specialists Bertone Energy that will incorporate twin 150 kW electric engines as well as a thermal engine producing 125 kW. Both engines offer a range extension of 700 kilometres on the motorway versus a typical engine and CO2 emission is practically nonexistent at only 30g/km. There’s even an electric mode that produces zero CO2 if you want to be really eco friendly. In terms of design, it carries the signature XK/XJ grill but angles it slightly forward. Its headlights are sleek and thin, and the whole front end just screams ‘wow’. It also has clamshell-style, pillar-less doors that open in opposing directions. Described as “refined minimalism” by Jaguar, the interior is a deep, dark brown that is awash with two-tone leathers. One is an extra opaque, big grain finish and the other is a pearl, semi-gloss, small grain finish; this is then contrasted by bright accents in both brushed aluminium and high gloss wood.
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