550 CV before el Nuevo Jaguar XKR-S

Source www.motorspain.com Just one year after upgrading its range Jaguar XKR, the British firm returns to the Geneva Motor Show to series production model more powerful in its history, the XKR-S. The new sports car fitted with a supercharged V8 engine, its suspension has been revised and introduced new aerodynamic improvements.The XKR-S is equipped with a modified version of the 5.0-liter supercharged V8 capable of delivering 550 horsepower and boasts an impressive maximum torque of 680 Nm, which translates into an increase of 40 hp and 70 Nm on car series. This power is sufficient to launch the new XKR-S to 300 km / h and let go from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.2 seconds or 0 to 160 km / h in just 8.6 seconds.

According to its builder, the new XKR-S is also the only car in its class capable of emitting less than 300 grams of CO2 per kilometer.Along with engine upgrades, the British engineering firm has also introduced changes to the suspension by reprogramming the system, while the sportiest version of the XKR family moves onto a new light-alloy wheels shod with performance tires .

As can be seen in the pictures, the XKR-S features a new aero package that includes a more aggressive front bumper, side skirts, new design, additional air vents on the hood and fenders, a large rear spoiler and a modified rear in highlighting the four gas vents and diffuser.Adrian Hallmark, the new Director of the firm, said of his new creation "The XKR-S is a new model for Jaguar bold and exciting." "With him, we hope to satisfy both our loyal fans and new looking for comfort, exclusivity and class that only a Jaguar can deliver."
 

Jaguar said it will release all the details and new images of the XKR-S at the Geneva Motor Show on 1 March.Source: Carscoop