Sunday 21 April 2013

Jaguar Unveils XKR-S GT Limited Edition at New York Auto Show

When he announced his arrival at the International Motor Show Jaguar New York said there would expose the new XJR, but no mention of the second car. In addition to the sports sedan XJ, Jaguar has prepared another first for the Motor Show this year. It XKR GT-S, which is produced exclusively in only 30 pieces, and 30 rooms are designed for the North American market.

It is used as the XKR-S, which means that the facility cares 5.0 liter V8 engine with a compressor that has 550KS and 680 Nm, in combination with the six-speed automatic transmission.

2014 Jaguar XKR-S GT was unveiled at the 2013 New York International Auto Show
XKR-S GT emphasizes the new aerodynamic body kit including a new front spoiler, wheel arch extensions, rear spoiler and rear diffuser in carbon fiber. The car also features the cover with additional air intakes, new sports springs, throat before 52 mm wider, the carbon-ceramic brakes, better aerodynamics and alloy wheels 20-inch wheels with Pirelli Corsa.

The top speed is limited to 170 miles per hour, while acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. Probably another jaguar positive surprise, but customers in Europe will certainly disappointed.

Although officially launched Jaguar car at the New York Auto Show, is scheduled to go on sale before the summer, when it is expected to cost $ 174 895.

Intitial career of thirty vehicles, 25 are intended for U.S. customers, with the other five for Canada