Jaguar X150
Encyclopedia
The Jaguar XK is the second generation of the Jaguar XK
grand tourer from Jaguar Cars. The vehicle was unveiled in 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show with the first generation's 4.2 V8 engine. The XK convertible was unveiled in 2006 North American International Auto Show
in Detroit. A facelifted XK was launched in 2009 with a new 5.0 L V8 engine.
which was first seen at the 2005 North American International Auto Show. The designer, Ian Callum
, was also responsible for the Aston Martin DB7
and Vanquish coupés. The new XK's grille is inspired by that of the 1961 Jaguar E-Type
.
The XK received a facelift in 2009 (known as 2010 models in the US) with minor alterations to front and rear lighting and bumper designs, together with the introduction of a new 5.0 L V8
for both the naturally aspirated XK and the supercharged XKR. The interior also received some changes, in particular the introduction of the XF style rotary gear selector mated to the new ZF automatic transmission
.
The range was extended in 2011 with the introduction of the new XKR-S at the Geneva Motor Show, featuring an upgraded XKR engine producing 550 PS and torque of 680 newton metre. The XKR-S badge was first used on the 2008 special edition XK. Jaguar claimed that this new version is the fastest production Jaguar ever, a top speed of 186 mi/h and acceleration from 0 to 60 mi/h in 4.2 seconds (0–100 kilometre per hour in 4.4 seconds).
The XK received a second facelift in 2011 with new front bumper and light design and was presented at the New York Auto Show as a 2012 model.
models), Engine-Spun aluminium veneer or optional Satin American Walnut veneer, alloy and leather gearshift selector, soft-grab door handles, contrast stitching throughout the cabin, leather-edged mats with a Jaguar logo, Portfolio treadplates on the doorsills, 525 W Premium Audio system with Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound system by Bowers & Wilkins
.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2008 Geneva Motor Show. Production version went on sale in Summer 2008.
for the UK market. The vehicle included 20 inches (508 mm) Senta alloy wheels, a sporty alloy gear knob and selector-gate surround, plus distinctive body enhancements: a new front spoiler and rear valance panel, chrome-finished side vents and bright upper and lower front grille meshes, special tailpipe finishers and appliqués on both sides of the car.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2009 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
to mark the company’s 75th anniversary; and was limited to 75 units.
XKR Jaguar E-Type
Jaguar unveiled the new XKR at the 2011 to mark the company’s 50th Anniversary of Jaguar E-Type
; and was limited to 25 units.
monocoque
chassis developed from the 2005 ALC concept car.
The convertible has 1635 kg (3,604.6 lb) kerb weight, while the coupé weighs 1595 kg (3,516.4 lb).
The convertible XK shares the same engine options as the coupe and features a conventional cloth top that will open or close in 18 seconds.
All AJ-V8 Gen III V8 engine
s are rated with SAE ratings.
with Jaguar Sequential Shift and JaguarDrive selector.
Jaguar's innovation is to have sensors in the front bumper that determine if a pedestrian has indeed been struck and this then triggers two pyrotechnical charges that instantaneously lift the bonnet, providing extra distance between engine and head. The hood's sheet metal cushions the impact better than the solid engine block.
The Jaguar XK was awarded the Engineering and Technology Award at the prestigious Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards in London.
currently uses XKRs in the Trans Am Series, and was using them prior to the 2007-08 hiatus. Their drivers have won almost every Trans Am championship since 2001. Team owner Paul Gentilozzi
has announced that he will enter XKRs in the American Le Mans Series
during the current season
.
Jaguar XK
The Jaguar XK series is a series of grand tourer cars produced by British car maker Jaguar since 1996. The series was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show on 5 March 1996. The first generation of the series, the XK8, replaced the XJS, and was available as a coupé and convertible...
grand tourer from Jaguar Cars. The vehicle was unveiled in 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show with the first generation's 4.2 V8 engine. The XK convertible was unveiled in 2006 North American International Auto Show
North American International Auto Show
The North American International Auto Show is an annual auto show held in Detroit, Michigan at Cobo Center, usually in January. It is among the largest auto shows in North America.-History:...
in Detroit. A facelifted XK was launched in 2009 with a new 5.0 L V8 engine.
Design
The X150 design was based on Advanced Lightweight Coupé (ALC)Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe Concept
The Jaguar Advanced Lightweight Coupe Concept is a hatchback concept car the Premier Automotive Group produced under the Jaguar brand. Jaguar claims the Concept can reach sixty miles per hour in five seconds from a standstill, and that it has a top speed of one hundred sixty miles per hour...
which was first seen at the 2005 North American International Auto Show. The designer, Ian Callum
Ian Callum
Ian Callum is a British car designer who currently serves as Design Director for Jaguar and is older brother to fellow car designer Moray Callum. He is married, has two sons and currently resides in Oxfordshire, England.-Early years:...
, was also responsible for the Aston Martin DB7
Aston Martin DB7
The Aston Martin DB7 is a grand tourer which was produced by Aston Martin from September 1994 to December 2004. The grand tourer was available either as a coupé or a convertible. The prototype was complete by November 1992, and debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March, 1993, the car was styled by...
and Vanquish coupés. The new XK's grille is inspired by that of the 1961 Jaguar E-Type
Jaguar E-type
The Jaguar E-Type or XK-E is a British automobile, manufactured by Jaguar between 1961 and 1975. Its combination of good looks, high performance, and competitive pricing established the marque as an icon of 1960s motoring...
.
The XK received a facelift in 2009 (known as 2010 models in the US) with minor alterations to front and rear lighting and bumper designs, together with the introduction of a new 5.0 L V8
V8 engine
A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the crankcase in two banks of four cylinders, in most cases set at a right angle to each other but sometimes at a narrower angle, with all eight pistons driving a common crankshaft....
for both the naturally aspirated XK and the supercharged XKR. The interior also received some changes, in particular the introduction of the XF style rotary gear selector mated to the new ZF automatic transmission
Automatic transmission
An automatic transmission is one type of motor vehicle transmission that can automatically change gear ratios as the vehicle moves, freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually...
.
The range was extended in 2011 with the introduction of the new XKR-S at the Geneva Motor Show, featuring an upgraded XKR engine producing 550 PS and torque of 680 newton metre. The XKR-S badge was first used on the 2008 special edition XK. Jaguar claimed that this new version is the fastest production Jaguar ever, a top speed of 186 mi/h and acceleration from 0 to 60 mi/h in 4.2 seconds (0–100 kilometre per hour in 4.4 seconds).
The XK received a second facelift in 2011 with new front bumper and light design and was presented at the New York Auto Show as a 2012 model.
Models
| Models | XK | XK Porfolio | XKR | XKR-S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engines | 4.2, 5.0 | 4.2, 5.0 | 4.2 Supercharged, 5.0 Supercharged | 5.0 Supercharged |
| Wheels (standard) | Venus 18-inch alloy | Caravela 19-inch alloy | Tamana 19-inch alloy | Vulcan 20-inch alloy |
XKR Portfolio (2007)
It is a version of XKR developed by Jaguar's Special Vehicles team and Alcon. It included 400 mm diameter front and 350 mm rear discs, 6-piston front callipers and 4-piston rear callipers, 20-inch 5-spoke Cremona wheels, Power Vents, Celestial Black body (optional Liquid Silver for UK and SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Switzerland name of one of the Swiss cantons. ; ; ; or ), in its full name the Swiss Confederation , is a federal republic consisting of 26 cantons, with Bern as the seat of the federal authorities. The country is situated in Western Europe,Or Central Europe depending on the definition....
models), Engine-Spun aluminium veneer or optional Satin American Walnut veneer, alloy and leather gearshift selector, soft-grab door handles, contrast stitching throughout the cabin, leather-edged mats with a Jaguar logo, Portfolio treadplates on the doorsills, 525 W Premium Audio system with Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound system by Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins is a British loudspeaker company that produces mid-range through reference quality hi-fi and home theater speakers. The company name is often abbreviated to just B&W.Joe Atkins is current owner and chairman...
.
XKR-S (2008)
A limited (200 units) version of XKR coupé for European market, developed by Jaguar's Special Vehicles team with British competition brake specialist Alcon. The vehicle has electronically limited top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). The additional performance was achieved by improved aerodynamics (reduced drag and lift) and suspension set-up. Other changes include S Alcon R Performance braking system with 400 mm diameter front and 350 mm rear discs, 6-piston front callipers and 4-piston rear callipers, recalibrated suspension, Ultimate Black body, XKR-S badge on the rear of the car, 10 mm lower ride height, 20-inch Vortex forged alloy wheels with bespoke tyres, Active Exhaust System, leather upholstery with Charcoal with Ivory twin-needle contrast stitching, Piano Black veneer, Charcoal Alston luxury headlining.The vehicle was unveiled in 2008 Geneva Motor Show. Production version went on sale in Summer 2008.
XK60 (2008)
It is a version commemorating 60th anniversary of Jaguar XK120Jaguar XK120
The Jaguar XK120 is a sports car which was manufactured by Jaguar between 1948 and 1954. It was Jaguar's first sports car since the SS 100, which ceased production in 1940.-History:...
for the UK market. The vehicle included 20 inches (508 mm) Senta alloy wheels, a sporty alloy gear knob and selector-gate surround, plus distinctive body enhancements: a new front spoiler and rear valance panel, chrome-finished side vents and bright upper and lower front grille meshes, special tailpipe finishers and appliqués on both sides of the car.
XKR 'Goodwood Special' (2009)
It is a prototype designed to explore the harder side of the XKR's character and allow Jaguar's engineering team to explore some performance boundaries, based on MY2010 vehicle. The engines is rated 530 PS and 700 N·m (516.3 ft·lbf). It included a louder exhaust, 21-inch wheels and a lowered ride-height, Lime Green body, satin graphite detailing to the front grilles, headlights, door mirrors, side window surrounds, rear signature blade and bonnet louvres.The vehicle was unveiled in 2009 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
XKR 75th Anniversary Edition
Jaguar unveiled the new XKR 75 at the 2010 Goodwood Festival of SpeedGoodwood Festival of Speed
The Goodwood Festival of Speed, commonly abbreviated as FoS and referred within the United Kingdom as simply the Festival of Speed, is an annual hill climb featuring historic motor racing vehicles that is held in the grounds of Goodwood House, West Sussex, England.Typically held in late June or...
to mark the company’s 75th anniversary; and was limited to 75 units.
XKR Jaguar E-TypeJaguar E-typeThe Jaguar E-Type or XK-E is a British automobile, manufactured by Jaguar between 1961 and 1975. Its combination of good looks, high performance, and competitive pricing established the marque as an icon of 1960s motoring...
50th Anniversary Edition (2011)
Jaguar unveiled the new XKR at the 2011 to mark the company’s 50th Anniversary of Jaguar E-TypeJaguar E-type
The Jaguar E-Type or XK-E is a British automobile, manufactured by Jaguar between 1961 and 1975. Its combination of good looks, high performance, and competitive pricing established the marque as an icon of 1960s motoring...
; and was limited to 25 units.
Specifications
It uses the new all-aluminiumAluminium
Aluminium or aluminum is a silvery white member of the boron group of chemical elements. It has the symbol Al, and its atomic number is 13. It is not soluble in water under normal circumstances....
monocoque
Monocoque
Monocoque is a construction technique that supports structural load by using an object's external skin, as opposed to using an internal frame or truss that is then covered with a non-load-bearing skin or coachwork...
chassis developed from the 2005 ALC concept car.
The convertible has 1635 kg (3,604.6 lb) kerb weight, while the coupé weighs 1595 kg (3,516.4 lb).
The convertible XK shares the same engine options as the coupe and features a conventional cloth top that will open or close in 18 seconds.
Engines
| Model | Years | Type (displacement, bore x stroke) | power, torque@rpm | acceleration (0–100 km/h) (s) | top speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 litre V8 Petrol AJ-V8 (AJ34) | 2006–2008 | 4196 cc V8 86 mm (3.4 in)x90.3 mm (3.6 in) | 298 PS (304 PS SAE)@6000, 411 N·m (303.1 ft·lbf) (420 N·m (309.8 ft·lbf) SAE)@4100 | 5.9 Coupé, 6.2 Convertible | 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited) |
| 4.2 litre V8 Petrol Supercharged (AJ34S) | 2006–2008 | 4196 cc V8 supercharged (86 mm (3.4 in)x90.3 mm (3.6 in) | 416 PS@6250, 560 newton metres (413 ft·lbf)@3500 | 4.9 Coupé, 5.0 Convertible | 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited) |
| 5.0 litre V8 Petrol AJ-V8 GEN III | 2009- | 5000 cc V8, 92.5 mm (3.6 in)x93 mm (3.7 in) | 385 PS@6500, 515 N·m (379.8 ft·lbf)@3500 | 5.2 Coupé, 5.5 Convertible | 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited) |
| 5.0 litre V8 Petrol Supercharged AJ-V8 GEN III R | 2009- | 5000 cc V8 supercharged, 92.5 mm (3.6 in)x93 mm (3.7 in) | 510 PS@6000-6500, 625 N·m (461 ft·lbf)@2500-5500 | 4.6 | 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited) |
| 5.0 litre V8 Petrol Supercharged AJ-V8 GEN III R | 2011- | 5000 cc V8 supercharged, 92.5 mm (3.6 in)x93 mm (3.7 in) | 550 PS@6000-6500, 680 N·m (501.5 ft·lbf)@2500-5500 | 4.0 | 300 km/h (186 mph) (limited) |
All AJ-V8 Gen III V8 engine
V8 engine
A V8 engine is a V engine with eight cylinders mounted on the crankcase in two banks of four cylinders, in most cases set at a right angle to each other but sometimes at a narrower angle, with all eight pistons driving a common crankshaft....
s are rated with SAE ratings.
Transmission
All models are fitted with a ZF 6-speed automatic transmissionAutomatic transmission
An automatic transmission is one type of motor vehicle transmission that can automatically change gear ratios as the vehicle moves, freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually...
with Jaguar Sequential Shift and JaguarDrive selector.
Safety
The new XK introduced a world first in pedestrian safety, PDBS (Pedestrian Deployable Bonnet System). In many pedestrian collisions with vehicles, head injuries occur when a pedestrian's head hits the bonnet of the vehicle. The injuries are usually sustained from the bonnet deforming and the pedestrian's head colliding with the engine block underneath rather than the bonnet itself.Jaguar's innovation is to have sensors in the front bumper that determine if a pedestrian has indeed been struck and this then triggers two pyrotechnical charges that instantaneously lift the bonnet, providing extra distance between engine and head. The hood's sheet metal cushions the impact better than the solid engine block.
2011 facelift
In March 2011, with the launch of the 542 bhp XKR-S at the Geneva motor show, Jaguar revealed the details of a facelift for the XK. The new specification includes front and rear styling changes and internal trim changes.Awards
- The XK won the respected Top Gear magazine "GT of the Year" and "Car of the Year" awards in 2006.
The Jaguar XK was awarded the Engineering and Technology Award at the prestigious Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards in London.
Motorsports
Rocketsports RacingRocketsports Racing
Rocketsports Racing is a motor racing team from the United States based in East Lansing, Michigan.Rocketsports was founded in 1985 by racing driver Paul Gentilozzi to compete in the Trans-Am series. It competed in Trans-Am until 2004, when the championship was cancelled, and achieved 57 outright...
currently uses XKRs in the Trans Am Series, and was using them prior to the 2007-08 hiatus. Their drivers have won almost every Trans Am championship since 2001. Team owner Paul Gentilozzi
Paul Gentilozzi
Paul Gentilozzi is a race car driver and businessman. His non-racing business interests are real estate development, principally developing store sites for big box retailers....
has announced that he will enter XKRs in the American Le Mans Series
American Le Mans Series
The American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patrón is a sports car racing series based in the United States and Canada. It consists of a series of endurance and sprint races, and was created in the spirit of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Teams compete in one of five classes: LMP1, LMP2 and LMPC...
during the current season
2009 American Le Mans Series season
The 2009 American Le Mans Series season was the eleventh season for the International Motor Sports Association's American Le Mans Series. It began on March 21, 2009, and ended on October 10, 2009 after ten events. The series was composed of Le Mans Prototypes and Grand Tourer race cars divided...
.