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Jaguar Exhibits Its Latest Line-up, Including the
X-TYPE, Its First-Ever Compact Sport Saloon, and the R-Coupe
Concept Car, Which Manifests Jaguar's New Design Philosophy
Jaguar Japan Ltd (headquarters in Minato-ku, Tokyo;Phone:03-5470-4242;president:David
Blume) is exhibiting 11 models at the 35th Tokyo Motor Show,
including the X-TYPE, which made its debut only recently,
the R-Coupe Concept Car, and limited editions celebrating
the centenary of the birth of Sir William Lyons.
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Jaguar Japan Limited, 10F
Shuwa-Kamiyachlo Bldg., 4-3-13
Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001
Communications & Public Affairs
TEL. 03-5470-4242
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| The X-TYPE:A Compact Sports
Saloon That Constructs the World of Jaguar in the Premium Compact
Car Market |
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Four X-TYPE models (the 2.5 V6, the 2.5 V6 Sports,
the 2.5 V6 SE, and the 3.0 V6 SE) were market launched in Japan
in September of this year as Jaguar's first-ever compact sports
saloons.
The UK and European launches of these models were in May and
together the four models have contributed to a large increase
in the company's unit sales.
The new X-TYPE is the first compact sport saloon ever made by
Jaguar and it represents the company's entry model to expand
its customer base towards a new generation of consumers.
As a 'small but true Jaguar,' the X-TYPE has inherited the Jaguar
identity at the hightest possible level, with styling, the core
value of any Jaguar, that is obviously Jaguar to anyone's eyes.
The X-TYPE also boasts other essential features for a Jaguar,
including a classyinterior, a smooth ride, and highly responsive
steering.
Traction-4, an all-wheel-drive system newly adopted by Jaguar,
realises outstanding driving stability and helps deliver a dynamic
driving performance that is all Jaguar and wholly faithful to
the marque's storied history.
The total length of the X-TYPE is 4,685 mm, making it shorter
that the S-TYPE by 195 mm and the XJ Series by 340 mm.
The styling is absolutely Jaguar, with a fascinating sculpted
form that incorporates the traditional bodyline of Jaguar saloons.
Despite its compact body, it has a highly practical desigh to
suit various needs, with a spacious cabin and the largest boot
space in Jaguar's history (at 452 litres).
The highest level of safety has also been built in, with all
the models of the X-TYPE fitted as standard with dual-stage
front airbags, with sensors for the drivers's seat track position
and front-passenger-seat weight, front-seat side airbags, and
Jaguar's first front-and rear-seat side 'curtain' airbags.
The X-TYPE comes with either a 2.5-or 3.0-litre all-aluminium,
water-cooled, 60-degree V6 2.4-valve DOHC engine delivering
maximum power of 145kW (198pa) and 172kW (234ps),respectively.
Over 90 percent of peak torque is delivered over a wide range
of 2,500 to 6,000 rpm, thanks to a four-mode variable intake
manifold and continuously variable valve timing. This means
that the car is equipped with top-class power and ease of handling
at the same time.
The transmission is Jaguar's unique J-gate five-speed automatic
manufactured by JATCO, which realises smooth shifting and dynamic
driving performance.
An optional DVD navigation/TV system by Jaguar has seven-inch
touch-screen display built into the dashboard and features voice
activation for entering destinations.
It is the heart of a comprehensive multimedia system that uses
fibre-optic connections to provide centrally controlled air-conditioning
as well as run a high-quality sound system.
The launch of the X-TYPE is positioned as a response to the
needs of a new generation of consumers who are pursuing an active
lifestyle with an original set of values quite different to
those of traditional Jaguar customers.
The X-TYPE is also positioned as an important entry model for
the Jaguar brand, to ensure sales volume and lead to future
business on a larger scale by winning over customers who will
upgrade to the S-TYPE, XJ and XK Series. |
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| The Unveiling in Japan of
the R-Coupe Concept Car as the Manifestation of Jaguar's New
Design Philosophy |
The R-Coupe's symbolises Jaguar's leap into the
future and manifests its new design philosophy and expressions
for the future.
The R-Coupe is a four-seater luxury car that loyally displays
Jaguar's traditional core values while reinterpreting them to
suit contemporary tastes.
The R-Coupe's from demonstrates a power and dynamism reminiscent
of the classic Jaguars of the 50s and 60s, while its exterior
details and front grille exhibit Jaguar's distinctive design.
The body has extremely sleek contours that emphasise the car's
dynamism and proclaim its identity as a Jaguar.
The luxurious cabin and modern interior are fashioned of breathtaking
craftsmanship. Pitch-black Macassar woods is featured throughout
the cabin and combined with generous use of high-quality leather.
Connoly leather seats in th brand colour create an excellent
contrast with the brown Saddle leather used on the floor.
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| Body dimensions: |
4,925 mm (length) x 1,890 mm (width) x 1.347 mm
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with a wheelbase of 2,909 mm |
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Two-door coupe reflecting Jaguar's new design
philosophy;
•'Pewter' exterior, solid silver badge and silver-coated
details (grille surround, side window trim, boot lid, etc) ;
•ultra-low-profile tyres with cat's paw tread pattern;ventilated
cross-drilled brake discs with the cat's paw pattern;
•all-aluminium, monocoque, four-piston callipers;adaptive
front lamp system (pencil-beam xenon four-lamp headlamps, with
main beams that move with the steering and independent high-precision
housings made of brushed aluminium);
•LED front fog lamps and LED front indicators;
tail lenses designed to look like cat's ears (LED and halogen
progressive brake lamps with independent •high-precision
housings made of brushed aluminium);
four precast aluminium tail pipes;
•silver-coated dual-filler cap with twin-hatch door, electronic
door release system
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| XJR 100 and XKR 100, limited
editions to celebrate the centenary of the birth of Sir William
Lyons, the founder of Jaguar |
Sir William Lyons was born in Blackpool on the
fourth of September 1901.
On his twenty-first birthday, he co-founded with a friend the
company that would later become Jaguar Cars.
Always a shrewd businessman, Sir William aimed to create the
world's most renowned automobile brand over the next 50 years.
He demonstrated exceptional talent, especially in styling, and
created a string of world-famous models, including the XK120
(1948), the E-TYPE (1961), and the XJ6 (1968).
Sir William passed away in 1985. This year, to celebrate the
centenary of his birth, Jaguar Cars is exhibiting two commemorative
limited editions, the XJR 100 and the XKR 100 Coupe.
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| About the XJR 100 and XKR
100 Coupe |
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'The XJR 100 and XKR 100 Coupe limited editions
celebrating the centenary of his birth embody the traditions
that Sir William Lyons himself established for the company right
from its earliest days - a combination of performance, luxury,
and style that is unique to Jaguar.
The XJR 100 and XKR 100 Coupe bring these traditions fully up
to date, and with the inclusion of exciting new sport features
from our evolving R Performance range, represent the ultimate
road-going Jaguars for the driving enthusiast.'
(Jonathan Browning, Managing Director, Jaguar Cars Limited)
The base vehicles for these limited editions are the XJR 4.0
Supercharged V8 and the XKR Coupe production models, but special
interior and exterior features have made them truly limited
editions.
The only body colour is Anthracite (metallic black) and 20-inch
R Performance 'Montreal' alloy wheels have been fitted, to further
emphasise the cars' sporty image.
- XJR 100 Features
R Performance BBS two-piece 9J x 20-inch Montreal alloy wheels;Brembo
brake callipers with the Jaguar logo;the Jaguar 'growler' image
on the alloy wheel centres;exclusive XJR 100 bonnet badge and
tread plates (front and rear) ;Warm Charcoal Autolux sport seats
with Cherry Red contrast piping;R Performance leather sport
steering wheel and Momo gear knob;centre consle and door trim
leather with red stitches.
- XKR 100 Coupe Features (Only the Coupe will be marketed
in Japan)
R Performance BBS two-piece Montreal alloy wheels (front
9J x 20 inch, rear 10 x20 inch); R Performance leather sport
steering wheel and Momo gear knob;exclusive XKR 100 bonnet
badge;aluminium pedals, inner door handles, instrument surround,
J-gate panel, and gear knob; 'Grey-stained' bird's-eye maple
with the 'Jaguar XKR 100' logo.
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The 35th Tokyo Motor
Show Model Line-up
(Prices indicated below are recommended retail prices in the
Tokyo metropolitan area) |
- Jaguar X-TYPE 2.5 V6 (4.275 million yen)
The X-TYPE 2.5 V6 exhibits Jaguar's beautiful, unique styling
ans delivers a high level of driving peprformance with its
2-5 litre V6 DOHC engine, which delivers top-of-the-class
power, and Traction-4 all-wheel-drive system.
The car comes with comprehensive safety features, including
front and rear side 'curtain' airbags and four-channel ABS
with EBD.
The interior realises Jaguar's unique comfort and elegance,
while the high-capacity boot space satisfies a wide variety
of needs.
As an entry model, it offers high value for money.
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- Jaguar X-TYPE 2.5 V6 Sport (4.575 million yen)
The X-TYPE 2.5 V6 Sport was born to let its owner enjoy
sportier driving.
The radiator grille surround, boot lid finisher, and rear
spoiler painted in the same colour as the body, together
with the 17-inch alloy wheels, stimulate a craving for sport
driving.
The car is equipped with exclusive sport seat that provide
stronger side support and a sport suspension with a harder
setting so that sport driving can be enjoyed to the full.
These features, plus the jaunty steering feel, realise outstanding
driving performance.
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- Jaguar X-TYPE 3.0 V6 SE (5.275 million yen)
This is the top model in the X-TYPE Series, offering a higher
level of passenger comfort and enhanced equipment.
The abundantly powerful 3.0-litre V6 DOHC engine produces
172 kW (234 ps), ensures strong torque over a wide rpm range,
and, with its five-speed automatic transmission, loyally
responds to the driver's will.
The interior displays all of Jaguar's trademark crafismanship
with its highest-quality classic leather seats.
Automatic headlamps, rain-sensing automatic wipers, cruise
control, and reverse sonar come as standard. It is a highly
usable and comfortable vehicle.
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- Jaguar S-TYPE 3.0 V6 (5.675 million yen)
The origin of the S-TYPE design goes back to the 2.4, which
made a sensational debut in 1955 as the revolutionary Jaguar
saloon.
In 1963, the first-generation S-TYPE was launched.
The S-TYPE has very unique sleek styling that stands out
among Jaguar's saloon series.
As a medium-sized saloon, its body is 4,880-mm long and
it comes with a 3.0-litre V6 DOHC engine that produces 179
kW (243 ps).
It four-wheel double-wishbone suspension made of lightweight
aluminium components realises outstanding road holding.
A spacious cabin with rear seats that can be folded down
separately (6 : 4) ensures passenger comfort and convenience.
The S-TYPE 3.0 V6 has an overwhelming presence with an extremely
reasonable price as a model one class up from the X-TYPE.
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- Jaguar S-TYPE 3.0 Sport (6.675 million yen)
The S-TYPE 3.0 Sport is based on a top-of-the-class high-rigidity
body and equipped as standard with exclusive sport suspension,
18-inch BBS alloy wheels, and CATS (Computer Active Technology
Suspension).
State-of-the-art technologies have been adopted everywhere
to realise high-class drivability.
The interior is done out in high-quality Connoly leather
that befits a sport model and enhances the pleasure of driving
to the full.
The sport-driving-oriented S-TYPE strongly appeals to younger
generations.
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- Jaguar XJR 100 (Not yet fixed)
(Marketing is planned, but the car's retail price remains
undetermined as of Sept.25)
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- Jaguar XKR 100 Coupe (Not yet fixed9)
(Marketing is planned, but the car's retail price remains
undetermined as of Sept.25)
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- XKR Convertible (13.125 million yen)
The XKR Convertible has sleek, aggressive body styling and
lets the driver enjoy open-air motoring.
Undemeath the louvred bonnet sits a 4.0-litre V8 DOHC engine
with an Eton supercharger that produces 276 kW (375 ps)
Incredible power throughout the rpm range realises surprisingly
smooth and gentle driving.
The airtight, soundproofed, electronically operated hood
can be activated at speeds below 16 km/h and can also be
smart-operated with the door key.
A high-rigidity monocoque body comparable to that of the
Coupe models, super sport suspension, CATS, and traction
control ensure a high-level chassis performance with full
control over engine power.
Connoly leather is used generously throughout the intetior
and, together with highly polished walnut wood trim, manifests
Jaguar's trademark high-quality finish.
A DVD navigation/TV system is built into the dashboard to
enhance usability without marring the interior aesthetics
at all.
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- Daimler Super V8 (12.925 million yen)
Daimler is Britain's oldest surviving automobile brand and
has passed through the last century and more of Great Britain's
history hand in hand with the Royal Family. The tradition
of Daimler's uniquely fluted radiator grille has been adhered
to loyally as the symbol of the marque for more than a hundred
years.
Similarly, the heritage of a luxurious interior clearly
has been maintained in the present Daimler Super V8, on
which the ultimate in Jaguar's legendary craftsmanship has
been lavished.
The highest-quality materials have been used, from the walnut
panel inserts to the Connoly Autolux leather, and everything
has been finished with the utmost attention to even the
smallest detail.
The Super V8's 4.0-litre DOHC supercharged engine produces
276 kW (375 ps) and delivers a quietly powerful performance
befitting the ultimate status symbol. CATS, traction control,
and a host of other features realise a high level of drivability.
The peaceful cabin invites the driver to keep motoring endlessly,
while the high level of driving pleasure derived from the
combination of traditional craftsmanship and state-of-the-art
technologies reaffirms the car's persence as the flagship
of the XJ Series.
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- Jaguar R-Coupe Concept Car (Demonstration only)
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- Jaguar R2 (Demonstration only)
Juguar Racing began participating in Formula One racing
last year and now it has launched the R2, which has evolved
from its R1, for the 2001 season.
The development of the R2 started with the opening race
of 2000 and aimed to increase the potential of the machine
to conform with Formula One's new regulations.
The new aerodynamic body, corresponding to a change in the
size of the body, has the front-wing end plate 50 mm higher
than before, while the number of elements in the rear wing
has been reduced.
In appearance, the R2 is very similar to the R1, but the
content has been modified greatly, or, in fact, virtually
redesigned.
Cosworth Racing developed the ultra-ligh compact CR3 V10
engine for the R2, and the 2,998 cc, 72-degree V10 not only
delivers improved power, torque, responsiveness, and fuel
efficiency but also improves the equilibrium of the entire
machine, including its centre of gravity, rigidity, and
weight.
The gearbox has been changed from six to seven speeds to
enable all-time-high-rpm driving that greatly benefits the
car.
The suspension has been changed from multi-link to bell
crank with a double wishbone arrangement and a cast titanium
rear upright has been adopted.
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| Chassis: |
Composite monocoque structure
(designed and developed by Jaguar Racing) |
| Suspencion : |
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Carbon wishbone, push-rod torsion bar
springs, Jaguar/Bilstein dampers |
| Brakes : |
(front/rear) |
AP Racing lithium alloy six-piston callipers
Carbon-fibre discs/pads manufactured by Carbon Industrial |
| Wheels : |
(front)
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12.5 inches x 13 inches
13.4 inches x 13 inches |
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Michelin |
| Engine : |
Cosworth CR-3 72-degree V10 |
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Displacement : |
2,988 cc |
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No. of valves : |
40 |
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Power output : |
To be announced |
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Max. engine rpm : |
18,000rpm |
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Structure : |
Cast aluminium alloy blok/head, Forged
aluminium pistons
Steel crankshaft |
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Engine management
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Pi |
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Lubricating method: |
Dry sump |
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Ignition : |
Cosworth Racing |
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Spark plugs : |
Champion |
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Engine weight : |
97 kg (including ballast) |
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Engine size : |
Lenght 569 mm
Width 490 mm
Height 490 mm (including air box) |
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