New Jaguar XK at a glance

• All-new Jaguar XK 2+2 sports car.

• First of a new generation of Jaguars.

• Most technically advanced Jaguar ever made.

• Succeeds the XK range introduced in 1996.

• Advanced all-aluminium construction allows a lightweight and stiffer / stronger car.

• Intuitive controls and driver-focussed technologies such as Keyless Entry and a push button starter.

• Spacious, elegant sports car cabin reflecting craftsmanship, luxury and quality.

• Launched with latest generation naturally aspirated 4.2-liter Jaguar V8 engine, developing 300bhp (SAE).

• New Jaguar Sequential Shift 6-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddles for manual gear changes.

• Reaches 60mph from standstill in 5.9 seconds and completes quarter mile sprint in 14.4 seconds – less than 0.5 seconds off the pace of the previous 390bhp supercharged model.*

• Electronically limited top speed of 155mph.

• The latest in entertainment with the option of an Alpine Dolby Pro-logic II 525 watt surround sound system and Sirius satellite radio (US).

• Standard Bluetooth wireless technology for mobile phones on all models.

• On sale from early 2006. Pricing will be confirmed closer to sale, although the XK will be highly competitive in the luxury sports car segment.

• Convertible model will also be available – details later this year.

        *Manufacturer provisional test figures.