Showing posts with label jaguar. Show all posts
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Friday, September 9, 2011

Jaguar C-X16 Concept





Built as a true driver's sports car, the strictly two-seat C-X16 is the smallest Jaguar in terms of length since the 1954 XK120. The concept is built around a shortened version of the next generation XK's aluminium chassis structure and it measures 4,445 mm (175-in.) in length, 2,048 mm (80.6-in.) in width and 1,297 mm (51-in.) in height and has a wheelbase measuring 2,622 mm (103.2-in.).

Lurking under its long hood is hybrid powertrain that includes a next-generation 3.0-liter supercharged V6 petrol engine delivering 380-horses (280kW) and 332 lb ft (450 Nm) of torque and an electric motor generator integrated into the eight-speed automatic gearbox that transfers power to the rear wheels.

The electric motor draws power from a 1.6kWh battery pack mounted behind the seats that is charged through a brake energy regeneration system. The motor provides and additional 95-horsepower (70 kW) and 173 lb ft (235 Nm) of torque.

A Formula 1 Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS)-inspired hybrid boost system with a steering-wheel mounted button allows for on-demand acceleration using the electric motor.

Jaguar says the C-X16 tips the scales at 1,600kg (3,527 lbs) and has a perfect 50-50 weight distribution. According to the company, it is capable of accelerating from 0 to 62 mph (100km/h) in 4.4 seconds and from 50 to 75 mph (80-120km/h) in 2.1 seconds, while reaching a top speed of 186 mph (299km/h).

In addition, the British firm reveals that the C-X16 is able to travel at speeds of up to 50 mph (80km/h) using electric power alone and has CO2 emissions of 165 g/km.

The styling of the C-X16 is the work of Ian Callum. The exterior design mixes styling cues from both the XK (up front) and Jaguar's well received C-X75 hypercar study (at the back) from last year's Paris Auto Show, in a more compact form.

Like the exterior, the interior of the concept looks very close to production sans the trim and dramatic color choices. According to the British automaker, the inspiration for elements of its layout come from aeronautical ergonomics, such as the joystick-style gearlever and banks of toggle switches, which also refer to classic racing Jaguar cars.


































Friday, September 2, 2011

Citroen DS5

Citroën has revealed the eagerly anticipated third model in its innovative and distinctive DS line: Citroën DS5. Designed to express the full extent of Citroën's 'Créative Technologie', Citroën DS5 combines ground-breaking style, rewarding driving dynamics and exceptional refinement with innovative engineering solutions.Citroën DS5 is the first Citroën model to feature HYbrid4 diesel hybrid technology, providing enhanced performance and class leading environmental credentials. The advanced HYbrid4 system delivers 200bhp; four-wheel drive capability; emission-free electric power for the city; and an acceleration boost function for the open road - with total CO2 emissions of just 99g/km.The DS line has already redefined expectations in the supermini segment with DS3, and combines the style of a coupé and the flexibility of a five-door hatchback with DS4. Progressing to the executive segment, Citroën DS5 targets customers looking for a truly bold and assertive car with a resolutely modern approach to vehicle design.
Based on the futuristic and magical C-SportLounge concept, DS5 bringstrue technological innovation to its class.The dynamic exterior reflects a modern expression of status and promises enhanced driving pleasure. Flowing lines, a sleek profile and muscular wheel arches - which wrap themselves around the large (16" to 19") alloy wheels - give Citroën DS5 an undoubted air of refined confidence.The assertive front end instantly identifies Citroën DS5 as a member of the DS family. There is an oversized air intake, a large chrome-finished grille housing the chevrons and a new LED light signature. A distinguishing feature, DS5 boasts chrome-finished 'sabre' inserts stretching from the top of each headlamp to the windscreen.The rear design takes Citroën DS5's on-road presence to yet another level. The car stands firmly on wide tracks, emphasised by two tail pipes built into the rear bumper and highlighted by a rear signature featuring six light guides.Citroën DS5 is equally charismatic inside, with a remarkable cabin fully consistent with the exterior styling. The driver-focused cockpit features a coupé-like driving position with a near-vertical steering wheel and a wide central console. Citroën DS5 instantly fires the imagination. An array of buttons, switches, scroll wheels and toggles are grouped on two central consoles, one low down and one above the driver's head, 'pilot-style'. A simple push on the START button brings the interior to life. The colour Head-Up Display projects essential information into the driver's line of sight and the ambient lighting bathes the cockpit in a heady mix of red and white.
Most importantly, Citroën DS5 benefits from Citroën's expertise in quality and refinement. Each detail has been carefully considered, with premium materials such as fine-grain Club leather and exclusive designs like the 'watchstrap' seat upholstery - a signature touch of the DS line that is unique to the market.Reconciling fun at the wheel with comfort and practicality, Citroën DS5 opens up new horizons with pioneering architecture, including: * A sleek, compact body (4.52m long, 1.85m wide) and a driving position worthy of a Gran Turismo coupé. * A roomy boot (up to 465 litres VDA) reminiscent of a Sportwagon. * Five real seats, four doors and all the access and modularity of a hatchback.For its motor show debut in Shanghai, DS5 appears in a one-off livery as the Citroën DS5 White Pearl. The cabin features ebony-coloured full-grain leather, contrasting subtly with silver-flecked overstitching. Interior detailing includes decorative inserts in Markassa ebony and a highly reflective fascia, created by applying several layers of lacquer. Citroën DS5 White Pearl also sports specially designed 20-inch alloy wheels.

Sunday, August 21, 2011

2011 Jaguar XKR


Jaguar debut the latest evolution of its supercharged Jaguar XKR coupe spectacular in the Geneva Motor Show 2010. The stunning new Jaguar XKR Special Edition offers a speed of a substantial increase in speed - 174 mph (280 kmh) - and bold exterior design changes that create the ultimate supercharged Jaguar.

The Special Edition Jaguar XKR combines a host of new features and option packages are introduced in the XK range in model year 2011. Jaguar customers have the ability to customize their vehicles based on the current Jaguar XKR package to offer a car that offers more performance without sacrificing the luxury and refinement that Jaguar is recognized throughout.

Introduced in 2009, Jaguar XKR benefits from a state of the art 5.0-liter AJ-V8 Gen III-R compressor engine which delivers 510ps (510bhp SAE), 625 Nm of torque and propels the coupe to 60 miles Timen in just 4.6 seconds. Now, the special edition costume, climbs Jaguar XKR is the top speed considerably electronically limited 155 mph (250 km / h) 174 mph (280 km per hour) with the addition of Speed Pack. Added to this remarkable engine is an advanced six-speed automatic steering wheel paddles, light aluminum body structure and a series of computer-controlled systems, including control active and dynamic adaptive differential, ensuring supercharged car accelerates faster, making more precise and sets new standards for ride and comfort.

2011 Jaguar XJ Sentinel


The new Jaguar XJ Sentinel offers the ultimate in discreet protection to be virtually indistinguishable from the standard model of the Jaguar XJ, still offers a state of the art armor package that offers residents at levels of B7 ballistic protection.

Enjoy Jaguar Land Rover extensive experience in the market for armored vehicles, Jaguar XJ Sentinel comes with a full year 50,000 miles factory warranty, with complete after sales support technicians.

"The Sentinel Jaguar XJ has been designed and developed in collaboration with industry leaders, and incorporates the latest systems for armored vehicles to offer very impressive levels of protection while maintaining a very discreet," said Mike O'Driscoll, Managing Director Jaguar Cars.
"Jaguar XJ Sentinel is the final armored limousines. It offers governments, security organizations and individuals, the highest level of security, with a cutting-edge design, refined performance and beautifully crafted cabin. Jaguar XJ is a sentinel choice of vehicle for the most demanding, "he added.

Jaguar's engineers determined to ensure that the Jaguar XJ Sentinel retained the feel of real life car series. Based on the XJ long wheelbase, the interior model armored luxury package that maintains its fascinating blend of comfort and agility, and easy to maintain with regular equipment distributor.

2011 Jaguar XF Black Pack


The great success of Jaguar XF sports sedan is now available in dramatic new design packs for customers who want to make Jaguar even stronger visual impact.


The new Jaguar XF Black unique package provides a greater sense of power and purpose of the line XF coveted and follows closely on the taxiway of a similar option on the XK sports car has attracted great interest since its launch in early 2010.

It comes with threatening dark gray 20-inch alloy wheels Draco turned to diamond, polished black front grille and window surrounds shiny black, the Jaguar XF Black Pack is available for the XF Diesel S, 5-liter normally aspirated petrol models and XFR with prices starting from £ 950
"Black Pack, the XF offers a very unique, very modern and somewhat 'nervous," says Geoff Cousins, UK Managing Director of Jaguar. "As the Black Pack-speed packaging and XKR sports car was launched in 2010 at the Geneva Motor Show in almost half of the XKR coupe buyers opted for one or both options - double the initial estimate - and we look forward to Black Pack generates much enthusiasm among customers of the XF. "

To add exclusivity and maximizing the visual effect, Jaguar XF Black Pack vehicles are described using a particular palette of colors chosen by designers for Jaguar, including Polaris White, blue spectrum, Ultimate Black, Stratus Grey, Lunar Grey and cash, and Kyanite Blue and Red Salsa, which is unique to color XFR.

For an even more dramatic, combined with XF Black Pack aerodynamic package, launched the XF Diesel S earlier in 2010. This package contains a re-profiled front bumper, prominent black mesh grille and lower air intake and side muscle thresholds at XFR.

Extension Success Story XF

The growing range of exciting customization creates even more interest in the XF range, which has sold over 100,000 copies worldwide since its launch in 2008, and received over 60 international awards.

"XF continues to attract new customers to the Jaguar brand, and customization of these distinctive new packaging to extend the range of attraction, we are confident that the success story continues," said Geoff Cousins.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Mazda 6 Wagon

Exterior design appeal combined with a spacious and functional interior is one of the current Mazda 6's strongest selling points. Mazda's new family face is introduced with the updated model for a strong, sporty look that's carried out in solid build quality. On the inside, a number of changes to the interior make the cabin even more reined. There are new decorative surfaces, new materials for the dash and steering wheel, new upholstery and colour combinations.
Exterior Design 



New fog lamps bezels are introduced that are more pointed and lowing. These bezels frame an "inner eye" made up of a round fog lamp inside a lowing lower lid for a strong sense of refinement. There are also newly-designed headlamps , and an upper grille with a new winged Mazda logo that is black on all grades and body-coloured on the Sports Grade. Deeply etched character lines running up from the grille between the fenders and the bonnet complete the most athletic Mazda 6 front ever.
The winged motifs from the front are repeated by the rear combination lamps that have new chrome- plated winged decorations that make the lamps look wider and seem to low even further into the side panels. The lamps themselves are a combination of clear lenses and LEDs . Mazda 6 facelift also gets stylish new 17- and 18-inch aluminium wheel designs that twist slightly for a very sporty, three- dimensional look. These not only enhance the silhouette with a premium look, they are also one kilogram lighter than the wheels of the previous model.

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Peugeot Hoggar

Peugeot wants to establish itself as a leader in the manufacture of automobiles in general. To do this, we must work in all segments. And because Brazil is the largest market for compact pickups, was elected to the worldwide launch of the Hoggar, which arrives in dealerships May 15. Although not the mark of the first truck to be sold in the country – in 90 years, average of 504 have been imported from Argentina – Peugeot Hoggar entry in the fastest growing segment of the public services and is the largest sales .

The direction of the compact pickup is more than a decade with the Fiat Strada, followed by Volkswagen Saveiro, Chevrolet and Ford Courier veteraníssima Montana. That is, the French brand (one of the pioneers among the “newcomers” to land in Brazil for almost 20 years) just pick a fight against so-called “Big Four” the longest established brands in the market . Peugeot Hoggar Peugeot shows the ambition of accelerated internationalization and confirms strategy.Designed brand in Brazil for the Brazilian market, this pill is perfectly suited to the needs of local customers. Allows Peugeot to support and expand its status and its links as a local manufacturer.
First in the world, will revive the historic facility and Marque by the merger in the future. Peugeot Hoggar subtly combines the durability and reliability of the pickup and dynamic design, which separates the Marque.
In the Hoggar, Peugeot brings a touch of seduction and emotion in the world of pick-ups. The comfort and quality of finish Peugeot Hoggar seduce the most demanding customers, and not compromise the function of style. With a load volume of 1,151 liters and a payload to 742 kg, making the vehicle a benchmark for the market. Peugeot Hoggar design, strong and modern, has been developed with an eye to aesthetics distinctive feature of the family 207. The facade has an air inlet through which a large impact bar and expressive headlights that turn over the wings, which adds a feline model.


There is a buffer strip along the side of simple, smooth lines of the vehicle along the side of the stage, which not only facilitates access to the cargo space, but also excerpts from the cabin air and improved acoustic comfort in the cabin, thanks to its location. Bus passes to cut all around the cargo area, defined as a symmetrical line of the back. This will improve in two parts: flaps on the door handle extends from the rear tail lights, and opening the lower floor. Between the two lines, the symbol of the Lion Peugeot appears. The rear lights convey strong personality elaborate form of the model. The three elliptical light representing the different functions of the car – brake lights, indicator lights, indicators, reversing lights – is located in a triangular red glass, which continues around the side of the vehicle. The rear bumper, which contributes to a gross aspect, the pick-up, is surrounded by a party who can even protect the lights, has two projections that can be used as steps for access to the cabin and can each take a weight of 140 pounds.