A Big Cat To Drool Over!

The above is a supercharged Jaguar XKR coupe. A new version is going on display at the Geneva Motor Show, and it’ll certainly be a car that’ll get the petrol heads talking. This XKR delivers a significantly raised maximum speed – up to 174mph from 155mph – and bold styling changes that create an evocative and unique supercharged Jaguar.

The XKR Coupe unveiled at Geneva showcases two new optional performance and styling packs – Speed Pack and Black Pack – that are introduced to the XK range at 2011 Model Year. Jaguar customers have the option to personalise their vehicle to create a car that offers even greater performance without compromising the refinement and luxury for which every Jaguar is renowned.

Russ Varney, Chief Programme Engineer, XK Series, explains the philosophy behind the uprated XKR: “With 510PS and 625Nm of torque, the XKR has immense reserves of power and acceleration which impress everyone who experience it. The car has always had the potential to reach speeds far beyond its original electronically limited maximum and many of our customers have expressed an interest in a car that can safely be driven faster where conditions permit. The new Speed Pack allows them to release some of that potential and give them control of the fastest Jaguar XK we’ve made to date.”

The new Black pack adds amazing looking 20 inch gloss alloy wheels, a selection from a unique paint palette and further gloss finishing.

Do I want one? Strangely, I’ve always rather been after a Jag. This would do quite nicely thank you very much!