Jaguar launches new XKR-S V8 engine 550 hp at the Geneva motor Show

Jaguar announced its most powerful production model ever, the new XKR-S, which will celebrate its premiere at the Geneva Motor Show. Its V8 engine 550 hp and 680 Nm has emissions below 300 g CO 2 / km, a leader in its class.

After last year, also at Geneva, introduced the fastest Jaguar XK - XKR Coupe with 510 horsepower - this year is the British and beyond itself.

With supercharged V8 under the hood a 5.0 liter engine, modified suspension and a new more aerodynamic design, the new XKR-S is the ultimate expression of Jaguar luxury and performance. 'XKR-S is a bold and exciting new model for Jaguar, "said Adrian Hallmark, director of the company. "We expect to attract customers both old and new Jaguar enthusiasts who want opulence, comfort and class that only a Jaguar can provide, combined with performance."

New Jaguar XKR-S engine produces 550 hp and 680 Nm, enough to reach a maximum speed of 300 km / h. Acceleration from 0-100 km / h in 4.2 seconds.

XKR-S is not only the fastest Jaguar ever built, but the most agile, with very good response time and focused on the driver. Furthermore, the new Jaguar XKR-S is the only model in its class that emits less than 300 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

Full technical details will be revealed at the Geneva Motor Show, where the new Jaguar XKR-S will celebrate its world premiere (March 3 to 13, 2011).

Source: http://www.jaguar.com/

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