Billed as the ultimate XK, the Jaguar XKR-S, is the fastest production XK to date, it delivers a combination of high speed performance, dynamic excellence and crafted luxury that is unique to Jaguar.

Features

On sale in summer 2008 and limited to just 200 cars in European markets only, the XKR-S lightweight sports coupe is an even more driver-focused sports grand tourer than the XKR.

• Exterior styling features revised front air-splitter and side sill-extensions, revised rear spoiler and rear bumper with unique diffuser panel and unique 20" lightweight Vortex alloy wheels
• Ultimate Black metallic paint colour with contrasting finish to the grille, sills, side power vents and rear diffuser
• Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system, with 525W Premium audio, featuring low distortion Kevlar mid-range speakers and aluminium dome speakers, designed and tuned specifically for XK
• Trac DSC (Dynamic Stability Control)
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) - drive-away release
• New steering rack, springs and revised calibrations
• Reduced ride height (10mm)
• Bi-Xenon headlamps with integrated cornering lamps, automatic levelling and headlamp washers
• Instant Mobility System (IMS) in lieu of space saver spare wheel
• Memory function with 3 settings for driver's and passenger's seat, exterior mirrors and steering column
• Cruise control with active speed limiter
• Automatic climate control with humidity control, air particle/odour filtration and dual zone temperature control for driver and front passenger
• Jaguar Smart Key SystemTM with keyless start
• Navigation system with DVD mapping and 7 inch Touch-screen
• Bluetooth® telephone connectivity
• 6-disc in-dash CD changer
• Windows Media® Audio (WMA) and MP3 disc compatibility
• iPod and USB connectivity
• Adaptive Restraint Technology System (ARTSTM)
• Pedestrian Contact Sensing - automatically deployable bonnet system

Engines & Performance

Developed for the true Jaguar enthusiast, the XKR-S is powered by Jaguar's acclaimed 4.2litre V8 supercharged engine and is faster and more agile than the XKR.

• 4.2-litre all aluminium four-cam supercharged V8
• 420bhp (SAE)
• 560Nm of torque
• 0-60mph (0-100kph) in 4.9 (5.2) seconds
• Maximum speed, electronically limited, of 174mph (280kph)
• Revised suspension with bespoke springs, dampers, anti-roll bar and recalibrated Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS) further improve the XKR's outstanding ride and handling balance
• Alcon R Performance braking system with red monobloc six-piston callipers and 400mm brake discs at the front, 350mm at the rear
• Six-speed automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential ShiftTM for ultra-quick manual gear shifts in milliseconds, using steering-wheel-mounted paddles
• Active Exhaust System ensures refinement at cruising speed but purposeful V8 roar under hard acceleration

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Urban - l/100km 19.1
Extra urban - l/100km 8.6
Combined - l/100km 12.3
Carbon dioxide emissions - g/km 294