Jaguar Land Rover's stunning expo lineup

Exhibiting alongside parent company Tata Motors, Jaguar Land Rover’s display is bound to have won the brand a whole host of new fans. India is an important emerging market for Jaguar and the manufacturer seems to have pulled out all the stops to impress Auto Expo goers. The display includes the facelifted XF, the XJ and Jaguar’s most powerful production car yet, the wild 542bhp XKR-S. However, it is the pair of Jaguar concept cars that really drew eyeballs.

The first of these is the C-X75 hybrid supercar that will be built in partnership with Williams F1 team. Slated for future production, the low-slung supercar looks like it belongs in a sci-fi movie. It’s a range-extender hybrid that uses a pair of mini turbines instead of a conventional combustion engine as a generator for the electric motors. It shouldn’t be dismissed as an anaemic eco car though – it produces 778bhp and can hit a top speed of 330kmh.

Sharing the limelight with the C-X75 is the C-X16 which is a Porsche 911-sized sports car.  The concept’s extremely tight skinning, sloping roofline and rear haunches look really smashing in the flesh. Power is courtesy a supercharged, direct-injection, 376bhp 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine. However, a 'push to pass' button on the steering wheel frees up energy stored via an F1-style Kinetic Energy Recovery System, and kicks in an electric motor that boosts power by 94bhp for up to 10 seconds. Performance is a claimed 0-100kph time of 4.4 sec with top speed limited to 300kph.

The adjacent Land Rover stand had its own show-stoppers as well with the spotlight on the DC100 and the DC100 Sport concepts. The concepts, first shown at the 2011 Frankfurt Motorshow, point to what the next generation Defender (due in 2015) will look like. If the design is anything to go by, the new model will share few visual elements with its legendary predecessor. The angular cues remain but the whole treatment is very futuristic. Land Rover is yet to fine tune the styling but has said it wants to design a product that is ‘as relevant in Mumbai as it is in California’.

Elsewhere in the stand, the recently-launched Evoque garnered its fair share of attention too.

JLR to showcase a slew of concepts

India is a home away from home for JLR since Tata Motors took the reins, so these iconic British brands want to put their best foot forward at the Expo to showcase what they are capable of.

Waiting to shock and awe you will be the DC100 and DC100 Sport. These radical concepts preview the 2015 successor to the Defender and the inspired styling and off-road potential are hard to miss.

The poster-worthy C-X16 concept will show the future of Jaguar design. Proposed specs are a 380bhp 3.0-litre V6 and a ‘push-to-pass’ F1-style electric boost system that makes another 95bhp. The C-X16 can do a 0-100kph run in just 4.4sec. Yummy!

Jaguar may also display the turbine-powered C-X75 supercar at the show. To be developed with Williams F1, only 250 units will be built from when it goes on sale in 2013, so make sure you click your pictures because seeing another one in the flesh later will be really hard (unless you buy one). The facelifted XF and Evoque will be the other cars at the JLR hall.

Lexus launch in India confirmed

Toyota has officially confirmed that it will introduce the Lexus brand in India by 2013. The Japanese carmaker has been evaluating the feasibility of its luxury brand in India for several years now and has finally decided to go ahead with the launch. “We have been watching India with keen interest and we are happy to announce that we will bring Lexus to India in 2013” confirmed Yukitoshi Funo, executive vice-president of Toyota Motor Corporation.

The Lexus range will be sold through dedicated dealerships, though several Toyota dealers are likely to take up the franchise to take advantage of their service set up that requires common equipment for both brands. However, Toyota will take a very cautious and diligent approach to appointing dealerships. “We would rather have a few, quality dealerships than a large number of mediocre outlets” said Funo who also emphasised that he wanted to differentiate Lexus from its German rivals. Last month Kazuo Ohara, who oversees the Lexus brand globally, made a visit to India and gave the green light after intense market research, which included studying the dealer and service outlets of other brands.

Toyota plans to follow a top-down strategy and the initial plan is to introduce the LS saloon and RX SUV, both premium luxury models. This is likely to be followed by the GS executive luxury saloon which competes directly with the E-class and 5-series.

The company will initially bring the Lexus range as imports or completely built-up (CBU) units to test the market before considering local assembly. “We need consider local production to compete with the others in the market, but this is still being studied,” said Funo. It is likely that the compact IS models will be locally assembled in time.

The initial feedback and market studies for the Lexus brand have been very encouraging. “The Indian consumers’ awareness of Lexus is quite surprising and much more than we anticipated,” said Funo. However, the challenge will be to price the cars competitively, especially since Lexus will initially import cars and will be at a cost disadvantage in comparison to rival luxury brands that locally assemble and hence pay lower duty. Also, there is no diesel engine in the Lexus range which could be another disadvantage. However, Lexus will introduce its hybrid technology, which could click with customers looking for the ultimate in refinement.

2012 Jaguar XF

The British Automaker Jaguar has unveiled the 2012 Jaguar XF at the 2011 New York Auto Show, which the 2012 Jaguar XF receives an impressive restyling in the form of a facelit with more sophisticated appearance and comprehensive upgrading like advanced new technologies and new entry-level engine which makes the 2012 Jaguar XF is the most fuel efficient Jaguar.



The 2012 Jaguar XF exterior features a new front fascia with a revised front wings, hood and grille, which the front wings incorporates new triangular side vents. The headlamps incorporates HID bi-xenon headlamps, which the LED running lights are semi-encircled by Jaguar ‘J-Blade’ signature.



At the rear, the 2012 Jaguar XF exterior also features new full-LED taillamps extend more deeply onto the decklid which separated with gloss black lower edge. While the 2012 Jaguar XFR also features aggressive and assertive styling boast a lower and sleeker profile with a reshaped larger lower front intakes for the 2012 Jaguar XFR 510 HP supercharged engine, that leads onto reshaped fenders and hood which fitted with louvers featuring the “supercharged” script.



The result is a sporty, more cohesive look and even more aggressive, although the 2012 Jaguar XF characterizes changes is much more like on the latest Jaguar design that applied to flagship the new Jaguar XJ sedan. Jaguar also will offer the 2012 Jaguar XF in 3 new exterior colours and new alloy wheel in 18″, 19″ and 20″ that provide the finishing touches to the 2012 Jaguar XF



“The XF has rightly been recognized as a quintessential Jaguar sedan. It is purposeful yet elegant, with inherent sporting intent in its design. For the latest version we have been able to evolve and enhance that performance character.” said Ian Callum, Design Director, Jaguar Cars.



In the Euro-spec 2012 Jaguar XF engine is powered by a new 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel that delivers a total of 190 HP and 332 lb-ft. of torque. The 2012 Jaguar XF engine is mated with an new eight-speed automatic transmission, which the 2012 Jaguar XF can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds with hit a top speed of 225 km/h and returns an average fuel economy of up to 43.5 mpg on the European combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 149 g/km, which these engine recently announced as the most efficient powerplant offered by Jaguar.



But, in U.S. the 2012 Jaguar XF engine comes with a 5.0 liter V8 engine that produces 385 HP, while the 2012 Jaguar XFR supercharged version that produces either 470 or 510 HP, which the either engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with sequential shifting manual mode.



Inside, the 2012 Jaguar XF interior features new improved seats and trim, new XJ-inspired color and trim combinations, restyled steering wheel joining revised switchgear, a digital full colour instrument panel, infotainment system with a 7″ touchscreen display, various controls receive a new black finish and an available with three new premium audio systems, such as 1,200-watt/17-speaker tour de force package from British sound gurus Bowers & Wilkins, while in XFR version comes with the black seats with ivory stitching and Carbon fiber replaces the wood



The 2012 Jaguar XF interior also comes with a hard-drive based satellite navigation system that can store up to 10 CDs, a multiple options for portable players with two USB ports and Bluetooth connectivity and Jaguar’s Interactive Voice functionality.



The 2012 Jaguar XF price is estimated around in range $63,000-$85,000, which will go on sale later this summer.



[Source: autoclubmax.com]

2012 Jaguar XF

The British Automaker Jaguar has unveiled the 2012 Jaguar XF at the 2011 New York Auto Show, which the 2012 Jaguar XF receives an impressive restyling in the form of a facelit with more sophisticated appearance and comprehensive upgrading like advanced new technologies and new entry-level engine which makes the 2012 Jaguar XF is the most fuel efficient Jaguar.



The 2012 Jaguar XF exterior features a new front fascia with a revised front wings, hood and grille, which the front wings incorporates new triangular side vents. The headlamps incorporates HID bi-xenon headlamps, which the LED running lights are semi-encircled by Jaguar ‘J-Blade’ signature.



At the rear, the 2012 Jaguar XF exterior also features new full-LED taillamps extend more deeply onto the decklid which separated with gloss black lower edge. While the 2012 Jaguar XFR also features aggressive and assertive styling boast a lower and sleeker profile with a reshaped larger lower front intakes for the 2012 Jaguar XFR 510 HP supercharged engine, that leads onto reshaped fenders and hood which fitted with louvers featuring the “supercharged” script.



The result is a sporty, more cohesive look and even more aggressive, although the 2012 Jaguar XF characterizes changes is much more like on the latest Jaguar design that applied to flagship the new Jaguar XJ sedan. Jaguar also will offer the 2012 Jaguar XF in 3 new exterior colours and new alloy wheel in 18″, 19″ and 20″ that provide the finishing touches to the 2012 Jaguar XF



“The XF has rightly been recognized as a quintessential Jaguar sedan. It is purposeful yet elegant, with inherent sporting intent in its design. For the latest version we have been able to evolve and enhance that performance character.” said Ian Callum, Design Director, Jaguar Cars.



In the Euro-spec 2012 Jaguar XF engine is powered by a new 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel that delivers a total of 190 HP and 332 lb-ft. of torque. The 2012 Jaguar XF engine is mated with an new eight-speed automatic transmission, which the 2012 Jaguar XF can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds with hit a top speed of 225 km/h and returns an average fuel economy of up to 43.5 mpg on the European combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 149 g/km, which these engine recently announced as the most efficient powerplant offered by Jaguar.



But, in U.S. the 2012 Jaguar XF engine comes with a 5.0 liter V8 engine that produces 385 HP, while the 2012 Jaguar XFR supercharged version that produces either 470 or 510 HP, which the either engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with sequential shifting manual mode.



Inside, the 2012 Jaguar XF interior features new improved seats and trim, new XJ-inspired color and trim combinations, restyled steering wheel joining revised switchgear, a digital full colour instrument panel, infotainment system with a 7″ touchscreen display, various controls receive a new black finish and an available with three new premium audio systems, such as 1,200-watt/17-speaker tour de force package from British sound gurus Bowers & Wilkins, while in XFR version comes with the black seats with ivory stitching and Carbon fiber replaces the wood



The 2012 Jaguar XF interior also comes with a hard-drive based satellite navigation system that can store up to 10 CDs, a multiple options for portable players with two USB ports and Bluetooth connectivity and Jaguar’s Interactive Voice functionality.



The 2012 Jaguar XF price is estimated around in range $63,000-$85,000, which will go on sale later this summer.



[Source: autoclubmax.com]

2010 Jaguar C-X75 Review

Elegance, power and sustainability combined in Jaguar's 75th anniversary concept car.
First debuted at the Paris Auto Show and more recently presented in LA, Jaguar's C-X75 concept car is a celebration of design, innovation and class. Loosely based on the classic XJ13 concept the C-X75 exhibits the power and elegance of a supercar while showcasing cutting edge technology that makes it super efficient and environmentally friendly.
Each wheel on the C-X75 is driven by an individual 145kW electric motor which are all powered by one large 19.6kWh lithium ion battery. This system delivers all wheel drive and promises to provide extra control and traction as well as intense torque (0-62 in 3.4 seconds). On a single charge, which takes 6 hours from a conventional household plug to achieve, the C-X75 can travel up to 68 miles with zero emissions.

For extended range Jaguar has utilized some fantastic aeronautical engineering technology by equipping the vehicle with two 70kW gas powered micro turbines. The turbines can used to quickly recharge the internal battery or can be used in conjunction with the battery to achieve the cars top speed of 205 mph. If you plan on taking a more leisurely drive the turbine charged batteries provide the car with a theoretical range of 560 miles.

 

The vehicle has an complex ventilation system incorporated into the exterior design to cool the micro turbines. There are no side-view mirrors, instead cameras built into the back feed directly to a screen inside the cabin. The beautiful angles highlight the slick hyper aerodynamic look and are complimented by the beautiful 21 and 22 inch aluminum wheels. Up to 50% of the the light weight aluminum used in constructing the car is recycled and increases the performance and economy.

As with previous Jaguar models the interior is designed completely around the driver. The seats are fixed into the frame so upon entering the vehicle a flip of a switch brings the entire steering wheel, instrument panel and pedal box toward the driver for optimal positioning. The aeronautical theme is continued in the cabin, the started switch is positioned on an overhead control panel and the gear shift is modeled after the throttle control from a fighter jet. The information panels are also air craft inspired with a 3D simulated heads up display. Never to be out classed Jaguar added a nice analog detail, a custom designed watch from Bremont that mounts into the center console and is wound by the stopping and starting movements of the car.

2011 Jaguar XKR and 2011 Jaguar Special Edition The Amazing Car

The supercharged Injection 32-valve 5.0-litre 2011 Jaguar XKR is available in either coupe or convertible form, finished in ‘Anthracite’ paintwork, plus a black hood for the convertibles. The 2011 Jaguar XKR cars share much of the sophisticated mechanical specification of the Jaguar XJR , including a 20 inch version of the eye-catching R Performance ‘Montreal’ BBS alloy wheel, adding to the

New Evolutions Jaguar XJR 100 In Jaguar 2011 Jaguar XJR

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2011-2012 Jaguar XJ The Luxury Design and Full Power Speed

2011 Jaguar XJ and 2012 Jaguar XJ Using the latest in 2011-2012 Jaguar XJ Car IT systems, Jaguar says it uses “Virtual Instruments” to prioritize information, “as well as creating a real sense of theater for the driver”. Replacing the standard cluster are three “virtual dials” - a speedometer, rev counter and information window with fuel and temperature gauges. The rev counter fades away to

2011 and 2012 Jaguar XF Is The First Sporting Luxury Sedan

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2011 Jaguar XJL SPECIAL MARCUS EDITION Luxury Sport Cars

An aggressive take on the highly anticipated all-new 2011 Jaguar XJ, the all-new 2011 Jaguar XJL Supercharged Neiman Marcus Edition, comes in an exclusive Celestial Black metallic paint exterior and a custom butter-soft navy and ivory leather interior with Zebrano matte wood accents. The Neiman Marcus Edition XJL also has 20" double-10 spoke polished alloy wheels, illuminated tread plates and

2011 Jaguar XK Spring Edition

Jaguar is celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of its most iconic models, the E-Type, this year. So to commemorate this occasion, the British automaker has released a new Spain-exclusive, limited-run Jaguar XK “Spring Edition”, complete with a myriad of aesthetic upgrades on both the exterior and interior of the car.

While we completely dig all the styling improvements that were made for the Spring Edition XK, we’re a little bothered because the car is only being sold in Spain, which means that unless we can have one imported to the US, then we’re going to have trouble getting this unique Jaguar XK model.

Having said that, the Jaguar XK is still one fine piece of machinery, regardless if it comes with special trims or not. We admit to having once lost some affinity for the Big Car in the past, but with their slew of newer and more recent models, including the XK Coupe and Convertible, our approval rating for this British automaker is steadily rising back to its former stature as one of Europe’s finest.

Exterior and Interior

The XK Spring Edition comes with two unique trims – the Sport Pack and the Bright Pack – each with their own unique features. The Sport Pack offers a choice of four exterior paint finishes, including Lunar Grey, Liquid Silver, Polaris, and Black Cherry Metallic. On top of the color options, the Sport Pack also comes with refreshed grilles, front upper and lower air intakes, and window outlines that been painted in glossy black with the trunk sporting a bezel color body.

On the other hand, the Bright Pack has five different color options, including Crystal Blue, Stratus Grey, Lunar Grey, Botanical, and Black Cherry. In addition to that, the Bright Pack painted the front air intakes, the trim of the luggage compartment, the mirror caps, and the front grille in a chrome finish. Unique to the Bright Pack is the addition of new side gills on the XK.

Unlike their contrasting exterior features, both the Sport Pack and the Bright Pack come with the same interior upgrades, which was inspired by the historic interior of the Jaguar E-Type while also keeping true with today’s stylish and luxurious design language. The heated leather seats have been perforated with Bondgrain with a choice of two designs in the center of the seat featuring a contrasting trim of Charcoal and Ivory. The Jaguar logo is also prominently embossed on the headrests. Meanwhile, the dashboard can be customized in either a Piano Black finish or Engine Spin Aluminum. Other equipment features of the Sport and Bright Pack of the XK Spring Edition include a heated front windscreen, sensor low tire pressure, active headlights, keyless entry, and air quality sensor.

Performance

The Jaguar XK is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine that produces 385 horsepower and 380 lb/ft of torque. This output produces a car capable of running 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 155 mph and a fuel consumption rating of 16 mpg in the city and 22 mpg in the highway.

Pricing

Model	Price (Euro)	USD Converted from Official Euro Price
Spring Edition 5.0 V8 XK coupe with Sport Pack	€ 105,780	$149,600
Spring Edition XK 5.0 V8 convertible with Sport Pack	€ 115,030	$162,434
Spring Edition 5.0 V8 XK coupe with Bright Pack	€ 105,780	$149,600
Spring Edition 5.0 V8 XK convertible Bright Pack	€ 115,030	$162,434

Competition

The Jaguar XK Spring Edition will only be sold in Spain so it’s going to be extremely tough to buy one if your address isn’t from that country. Having said that, the standard Jaguar XK is still a pretty enticing option in its own right, one that should be heavily considered if you’re looking for a coupe or convertible sports car.

On the other hand, there is one automaker that can give you a doubts about buying a Jaguar, provided that you’re willing to shell out more than the Jaguar’s six-figure price tag for a nice bump in performance.

The new BMW 650i Coupe is powered by a 4.4-liter V-8 engine that develops a total of 400 horsepower between 5,500 and 6,400 rpm, and 450 lb/ft of torque between 1,750 and 4,500 rpm. The better performance numbers - albeit slightly - also give you a car that can post a faster 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds. Despite the Beamer’s more impressive output, both cars reach a top speed that’s limited to 155 mph.

So if you’re looking for something that’s offers a better sporty/luxury aesthetic ratio, we suggest you hit up the Big Cat. But if you’re looking for better performance, the Beamer is yours for the taking.

2010 Jaguar XF and XK Recall in U.S

Due the problem on the power steering, Jaguar XF and XK 2010 model will be recall to repair the problem. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [NHTSA] document said that power steering pipe may not protect from corrosion because made with zinc-nickel plating.

As the result, this problem also can cause potential oil leak. When the oil seeping in the machine components, will trigger fire, and also make your car hard to control. Around 6,085 units of Jaguar’s car that come to recall all in United States, 1,540 units of Jaguar XK and 4,545 units of Jaguar XF. Both are producted from June 27 2009 to March 10 2010.

Jaguar XKR-S 2011

Jaguar XKR-S 2011 made its public debut at the Geneva Auto Show 2011.

Powered by the supercharged 5.0-litre AJ-V8 engine, Jaguar XKR-S produces 550PS and 680Nm of torque and can sprint from standstill to 60mph time of 4.2 seconds. Jaguar XKR-S is Jaguar's first entry to the exclusive ‘300kph club’.

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Jaguar C-X75 2011

Jaguar C X75 2011

Gaydon, 2^nd February 2011 – The Jaguar C-X75 was last night awarded the Louis Vuitton Classic Concept Award 2010 by a panel of luminaries from the worlds of design, fashion and luxury.

Undoubtedly the star of the 2010 Paris Motor Show, the C-X75 – judged by a Louis Vuitton panel – has once again beaten stiff competition. The panel was led by renowned automotive consultant and inaugurator of the prize, Christian Philippsen.

"Ian Callum, Jaguar's design director, and his team have achieved not only a beautiful design in clothing a world-premiere and mouth-watering technology, but also a true Jaguar, projecting the brand's DNA into the future without an ounce of nostalgia," said Philippsen.

Other members of the illustrious group of judges included author Serge Bellu, Louis Vuitton's Director of Innovation Xavier Dixsaut, McLaren F1 designer Gordon Murray, former Porsche design head Harm Lagaaij and journalist Masafumi Suzuki.

Jaguar, like Louis Vuitton, has built its reputation on the key foundations of luxury, attention to detail and understated elegance.

The C-X75 is an electric supercar built to celebrate 75 years of the Jaguar marque and was praised by the panel for the way in which it showcased the technology of the future with a beautiful design without looking to the past.

"It's fantastic for us to be recognised by the world of fashion with this award," said Ian Callum, Design Director for Jaguar. "We're at our best when we’re breaking the mould – making our cars stand out for all the right reasons.

C-X75 is only a concept supercar, but it's a clear statement of Jaguar's intent to continue creating bold, innovative and beautiful performance cars."

The entire Jaguar range has been the recipient of numerous plaudits worldwide in recent years with the pinnacle of the revitalised line-up, the XJ, having already won more than 25 major international awards since its launch just over a year ago.

2011 Jaguar XK-R

Jaguar first unveiled the XK (or XK8) and XKR models in 1996 as successors for the old XJS models. Ten successful years after that, the second generation was presented at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show, with both versions getting facelifts a few years later in 2009. Then and now, the XK and the XKR are two of the most successful Jaguars on the market.

The XKR really deserves the logo of the wild cat. With a 510 HP V8 engine under the hood, it can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds. You might say that the XKR is slower than its competitors, but let’s not forget that the XKR is about $20K less than the cheapest competitor and $30K less than the Porsche Turbo.

The model is entering the 2011 model year with the addition of two special editions: the XKR175 Limited Edition, the "XKR Speed Pack," and "XKR Speed and Black Pack".

Hit the jump to read more about the 2011 Jaguar XKR.

Exterior

For 2011, customers will be able to choose from two solid colors and eleven metallic exterior colors, with the Kyanite Blue and Salsa being unique for the model. If the customer opts for the convertible version, then they will be able to combine those colors with four standard top colors depending on the exterior shade: Black, Blue, Beige, and Dark Grey.

The XKR version will be distinguished by a set of 19" Tamana alloy wheels as standard (or two 20" wheels - dual-spoke Kalimnos and Nevis styles, and 19" Chrome 10-spoke Artura style) and an active exhaust system in which valves open at higher speeds to provide an even more powerful sound.

Interior

Despite being a sports car, the XKR comes with an interior that combines both sportiness and luxury. It gets luxurious soft-grain leather with contrast stitching offered in three color combination depending on the exterior paint color chosen: Caramel seats with a Caramel upper fascia and Warm Charcoal contrast stitching; Ivory seats with an Oyster upper fascia and Ivory contrast stitching; and Warm Charcoal seats with a Warm Charcoal upper fascia and Ivory contrast stitching.

The sporty look is accentuated by a unique R-style seat design and instruments with red pointers, while all models feature a white instrument gauge illumination. The convertible version has a triple-lined fabric roof that can be powered up or down in less than 18 seconds at speeds up to 20 mph.

Engine

Jaguar unveiled the AJ-V8 Gen III 5.0-liter V8 engines for the XKR’s 2010 model year and it was carried over for 2011. In the supercharged version, it delivers 510 hp and 461 lb.-ft. of torque. A twin vortex system (TVS) supercharger and twin water-cooled intercoolers are efficiently packaged in there as well. The XKR Coupe can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds.

The engine is mated to an electronically controlled, fully adaptive six-speed automatic transmission with the unique cast alloy JaguarDrive Selector as well as the Jaguar Sequential Shift function operated by steering-wheel paddles.

Prices

The 2011 Jaguar XKR is on sale at a price of $96,125 for the coupe version and $102,125 for the convertible. The XKR175 75th Anniversary (Limited Edition) is priced at $104,625.

Competition

Model	Jaguar XKR	Audi R8	Aston Martin V-8 Vantage	Porsche Turbo
Engine	V8	V8	V8	flat six
Horse Power, HP	510	420	420	500
Torque, lbs-ft	461	317	346	480
Weight, lbs	4729	3605	3595	3461
0 - 60 mph	4,6	4,4	4,7	3,5
Top Speed, mph	155, limited	187	180	194
Price	$96,125	$114,200	$124,750	$135,000

Jaguar's C-X75 Concept Show In Paris

Paris, France— Jaguar's C-X75 concept was a surprise to everyone. We all expected the company to display a small sedan to slot in beneath the XF, a model the expanding brand desperately needs.

The C-X75 uses a pretty outrageous (and very cool) extended-range electric powertrain. At each of the four wheels sits a 195-hp electric motor, meaning a total of 780, along with 1187 lb-ft of torque and a 0-62 mph acceleration time of just 3.4 seconds. And rather than using some boring little four-cylinder engine to keep the batteries juiced up, the SuperJagUar uses a pair of small gas turbine (Turbine!) engines, each producing 96 hp. Top speed is reportedly 205 mph, and the batteries will last about 68 miles before the turbines start spinning to add about 500 more miles of range.

Jaguar's C-X75 Concept Show In Paris

Jaguar's C-X75 Wallpaper

Jaguar's C-X75

Jaguar's C-X75

Jaquar had other plans. Instead, the company pulled the sheet off of this lusty two-seat supercar. Like several other concepts like the Porsche 918, the C-X75 employs electric motors for forward thrust. But in the Jag’s case, there's a 195 hp motor for each of the four wheels. So this concept has 780 hp on tap.

Jaguar claims that the C-X75 can travel 68 miles on the battery pack and when it's depleted, an innovative gas-powered generator kicks on to supply the juice. Rather than use a conventional piston motor, Jaguar installed a pair of small turbine engines just behind the two fixed seats. These engines can supply 188 hp and can either charge the batteries or send juice to the electric motors.

Like all these concepts, the C-X75 is, at this point, just an idea. But we'e seen the micro turbine used in a hybrid before so perhaps the idea's time has arrived.

Top 10 fastest cars in 2010

Majority of us dream of buying a sports car which is fastest in the world. Few people do whatever they can to have their dream car which possesses speed with intense power. Even though constraints are there which fall in between you and your dream car one surely loves to know the recent updates in the world of fastest sports cars.

Here we have the world of sports cars, the fastest among them all some beating their previous records some creating new records. Below we try to list some of the cars which are fast and furious and exploit the markets of the top 10 fastest cars in the year 2010. All the Sports cars listed below have been ranked as per their speed measured. So the list of rulers of speed and power goes as follow:

1. Bugati Veyron

At the 1st spot comes the Bugati Veyron with the highest speed of 268 mph. This car touches 0 to 60 in just 2.5 secs which is better than SSC Ultimate Aero. The base price of this variant is $1,700,000. Among the fastest car this lists at the top in terms of its price. Bugatti for long has been on the 2nd spot but French supercar slapped bigger turbos and intercoolers to their previous world record holding Veyron to produce a seriously impressive 1200 hp.

Bugati Veyron Car Design

Bugati Veyron Engine Design

The Veyron SS houses the same 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine, but produces 200 more hp. For handling the extra speed and the increased power there has been a revise in the chassis and suspension. It has been expected that only 30 cars would be sold in the public and all would be electronically limited to 258 mph.

2. SSC Ultimate Aero

Down to the 2nd spot we have the SSC Ultimate Aero which has touched the fastest speed ever i.e. 257mph. The theoretical top speed of this car is 290 mph. Well yes this machine has the capacity of touching 27o mph if it gets a very long road to zoom through.

SSC Ultimate Aero Full Design

SSC Ultimate Aero Auto Wallpaper

It can go from 0 to 60 in just 2.7 seconds which is whooping. It is powered by the Twin-Turbo V8 engine having 1287 hp. The base price of this mean machine is $654,400. Boutique supercar maker Shelby Super Cars (SSC) unleashed the Ultimate Aero in 2007, destroying the more expensive Bugatti Veyron’s top speed record.

3. Koenigsegg CCR

Next comes, the Koenigsegg CCR with the maximum attained speed of 250 mph which reaches from 0 to 60 in 3.2 seconds. It has been powered by a all aluminium V8 engine with 750hp.

Koenigsegg CCR New Design

Koenigsegg CCR Image Wallpaper

The base price of this car has been fixed at $555,000. One will definitely like to show its off with the killer looks sported by it. The updated new CCXR has a far better engine, aerodynamics, & pretty much better in everything else

4. Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo

Following the Koenigsegg CCX is the Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo with the top speed of 248 mph. It goes from 0 to 60 in 3.2 seconds. It is also powered by V8 Engine with 1000 hp.

Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo Red Design

Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo Gold Color

The base price has been fixed at $545,568. The car has been manufactured in Sweden, with its aim to reach the top of this list. . Saleen comprises of a competition package with its increase in power to 1000 hp, bringing the top speed up to a rumoured 260 mph.

5. McLaren F1

Next in line is the McLaren F1 having touched the maximum speed of 240.14 mph reaching from 0 to 60 in 3.2 seconds. It has the BMW S70/2 60 Degree V12 Engine delivering 627 hp.

McLaren F1 Design Picture

New McLaren F1 Car Design

The base price is about $970,000. The sporty doors have been given the look of bat wings making you feel of driving a Batman’s car. This is a timeless car which would always remain on the all-time greatest car list in the decades to come.

6. Ferrari Enzo

In comes the Ferrari Enzo with a speed of 226 mph. The time it takes to reach from 0 to 60 is around 3.4 seconds. It’s made up of F140 Aluminium V12 Engine with 651 hp. The base price fixed is about $670,000. Around the world there are only 399 of this beauty.

Ferrari Enzo Red Design

Ferrari Enzo ALL UP

This makes Ferrari’s most recent mega-car to have people crashing it left & right, but drivers always walk away fine. There are only 400 Enzos ever made, has added upon the increment to the value of the car. It sports a naturally-aspirated 6.0-litre V-12, Enzo remains one of the fastest cars in the world.

7. Jaguar XJ220

Next to follow in line is the Jaguar XJ220 with its maximum attained speed of 213 mph. It touches 60 from 0 in about 3.8 seconds. It has a 3.5 litre Twin Turbo V6 Engine delivering 542 hp.

Jaguar XJ220 Design Concept

Jaguar XJ220 Cool Design

The base price of this mean machine has been kept at $650,000. With that speed and being the earliest to reach that level this car is seriously an impressive engineering.

8. Pagani Zonda F

At the 8th spot comes the Pagani Zonda F attaining the maximum speed of 215 mph. It touches 60 from 0 in just about 3.5 seconds. It is powered by the Mercedes Benz M180 V12 Engine delivering 650 hp.

Pagani Zonda F Fast Car

Pagani Zonda F Tunner

The base price of this mean machine has been kept at $667,321. This car with the V12 motor has the capacity to touch higher speeds without any trouble. This car is a pleasure to drive even at lower levels of speed.

9. Lamborghini Murcielago LP640

Coming to the 9th spot is the Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 with the maximum speed attained of 211 mph. This car can touch 60 from 0 in just 3.3 seconds. It has been powered by the V12 Engine with the 640 hp.

Lamborghini Murcielago LP640

Lamborghini Murcielago LP640

The base price of this car has been fixed at $430,000. This beauty resembles a nice piece of designing with perfect rounds and edges which can’t get smoother. This is the last Murcielago variant Lambo will be making with plenty of rumours of a successor soon.

10. Porsche Carrera GT

Finally scalping the 10th position is the Porsche Carrera GT
touching th speeds of 205 mph. It goes from 0 to 60 in 3.9 seconds. It is powered by 5.7 litre naturally aspirated Aluminium, 68 Degree, Water Cooled V10 Engine with 612 hp.

Porsche Carrera GT

Porsche Carrera GT

The base price of this baby has been kept at $440,000. This mean machine is the most powerful and expensive Porsche ever to make the list of top 10 fastest cars. This is the most attractive and one of the most expensive among the list. There have been several rumours regarding the launch of the successor of thePorsche Carrera GT from a while now.

All these mean machines are a dream of many with more advanced versions and cars on the line up this list will surely change in short span of time. The world of speed and power gets tougher day by day and surely much interesting to the admirers of speed. Till then these are the rulers of speed and can get no better than what they have performed or promise to.