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Full Jaguar Xk Review

Whats New For 2014

For 2014, the jaguar xk line sees the addition on your track-ready, terribly limited-edition xkr-s gt coupe. Merely 25 are slated to actually be sold within the u. S.

Introduction

New Cars Reviews - The 2014 jaguar xk can simply charm you with its sensuous styling, magnificent engines, athletic performance and handsome cabin fitted with all the most recent electronic features. Nevertheless despite all this, this cat has also been one thing associated with a dark horse selection to produce a luxury sport coupe and convertible. We could speculate as to actually why the xk has also been overlooked. Probably its the questionable reliability name of jaguars past. Or perhaps the xk merely got off on the incorrect foot, as its performance and cabin design werent nearly as impressive when this car first appeared in 2007. In any event, the 2014 jaguar xk deserves an attempt from those looking this segment.

One amongst the xks several desirable attributes is what youll realize below the hood. Even the bottom xk sports nearly four hundred horsepower, whereas moving up onto the xkr gets you a boost to actually 510 hp. Go all out in the xkr-s or new xkr-s gt and theres pavement-wrinkling 550 hp at your command. The latter 2 models can overwhelm the rear tires ( and an inattentive, overly enthusiastic driver ) with exuberance. All engines are splendidly sleek and manufacture a wonderful v8 soundtrack since you surge forward.

Complementing the xks muscular engines may be a finely tuned suspension that delivers impressive handling whereas still proving a compliant and poised ride. The steering is similarly praiseworthy, and also the cars relatively light-weight aluminum design makes the xk feel as if a featherweight compared in the hefty bmw 6 series and mercedes-benz sl-class. Bear planned, though, that the all-new jaguar f-type convertible can be offered for 2014, and it also offers even sharper reflexes which are a lot of on par with porsches convertible offerings.

Though worth isnt essentially your first consideration when searching for a luxury coupe or convertible, theres no denying that the 2014 jaguar xks pricing is enticing for that category. When new, the xk starts out at regarding 5 grand less than the usual base porsche 911 and is in the actual combine with bmws 6 series. Those competitors too generally need multiple extra-cost choices to actually match the jags generous list of normal equipment. The mercedes-benz sl-class prices considerably a little over the bottom xk convertible ( though its performance, price and equipment line up a lot of closely in the xkr ). Finally, provided that the xkr-s surpasses the performance of abundant costlier aston martins, the jags worth proposition becomes all the more compelling. Whether or not its this relative affordability and even the straight-line performance that grabs your attention, this oft-overlooked jaguar belongs on your own own test-drive list.

Body Designs, Trim Levels, And Options

The 2014 jaguar xk is offered in 5 trim levels : xk touring, base xk, xkr, xkr-s and xkr-s gt. All are offered being a coupe or convertible, except for our limited-edition xkr-s gt, that's only one coupe and will surely be made utilizing a batch of 25 for our u. S. Market.

The entry-level xk touring comes well equipped with 19-inch wheels, adaptive suspension dampers, keyless ignition/entry, automatic bi-xenon headlamps, led running lamps, rear foglamps, power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors, a rear spoiler, front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera and automatic wipers.

Normal interior features inside the touring embody leather upholstery, heated 10-way power front seats, a power-adjustable tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, driver and front passenger memory functions and dual-zone automatic climate management. Electronic features embody a touchscreen interface, a navigation system, bluetooth phone connectivity while a premium sound system by having cd player, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack and an ipod/usb audio interface. The convertible adds a power-operated fabric roof and tonneau cover.

Stepping up onto the base xk model substitutes a smaller rear spoiler, however adds 20-inch wheels, upgraded leather upholstery, 16-way power front seats ( with adjustable bolsters and four-way lumbar ), ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel while a 14-speaker bowers & wilkins sound system by having six-cd changer.

Optional on the bottom xk happens to be the advanced technology package, that includes adaptive headlights and adaptive cruise management with forward collision warning. Too offered happens to be the portfolio pack, that has totally different wheels, extra chrome exterior accents, a leather headliner and metallic pedal accents. Hd radio can be optional.

The xkr adds a supercharged engine, totally different 20-inch wheels, adaptive headlights and hd radio. Choices embody the portfolio pack, the dynamic pack and also the black pack. The dynamic pack adds totally different 20-inch wheels, a better prime speed, a lowered ride height, an upgraded and a lot of aggressively tuned suspension while a sport body kit. The black pack adds unique 20-inch wheels and gloss black trim on areas that would generally be bright or chrome. Stand-alone choices embody an upgraded exhaust and adaptive cruise management with forward collision warning.

The xkr-s adds an all the more powerful supercharged engine, wider 20-inch wheels utilizing a matte grey end, an upgraded exhaust, a a lot of aggressively tuned suspension, a carbon-fiber front splitter and rear aero diffuser, a partially carbon-fiber rear wing, an intensive aerodynamic body kit, heated sport seats ( ventilation gathering removed ) and unique interior trim. The bright pack adds a few chrome exterior trim and bright polished wheels available on your normal darker elements inside the xkr-s.

The track day-ready xkr-s gt coupe has polaris white paint with black hood stripes, carbon-ceramic brakes ( with yellow calipers ), upgraded suspension elements, unique 20-inch wheels, carbon-fiber body components/accents and suede interior trim.

Powertrains And Performance

The 2014 jaguar xk is powered by a 5. 0-liter v8 that produces 385 hp and 380 pound-feet of torque. As with each xk, rear-wheel drive but a six-speed automatic are customary. Epa-estimated fuel economy is 16 mpg city/24 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined. The convertible achieves 16/22/18.

Additional power is out there coming from the xkr, that gets a supercharged version of one's same engine to firmly bring output up to firmly 510 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque. In edmunds performance testing, an xkr convertible went from zero to firmly 60 within the terribly rapid 4. 5 seconds ( the lighter coupe really should be a smidge quicker ). Epa-estimated fuel economy is 15/22/18 for our coupe and 15/22/17 for our convertible.

The 2014 jaguar xkr-s and xkr-s gt get a additional powerful version of one's supercharged 5. 0-liter sensible for 550 hp and 502 lb-ft of torque. In edmunds testing, the customary xkr-s coupe went from zero to firmly 60 in 4. 3 seconds. The distinction in acceleration numbers connecting xkr-s and xkr might seem insignificant, other then the previous is restricted by traction with the drag strip. Believe us, power is prodigious upon the xkr-s it also feels abundant quicker. Fuel economy ratings are identical to firmly those of one's customary xkr.

Safety

Customary safety equipment upon the 2014 xk lineup includes traction and stability management, antilock brakes, front facet airbags and active front head restraints. Facet curtain airbags aren't offered. The convertible adds pop-up rollover bars.

Interior Design And Special Features

The 2014 jaguar xks cockpit is well tailored and inviting, with special touches just like a rotary gear selector that rises from the middle console upon start-up. There are a handful of ergonomic glitches, in spite of this. The multipurpose touchscreen that operates audio, climate, navigation and phone systems works fairly well, other then still isnt as user-friendly as a few competing systems. Another downside involves the rear seats, that cramped even for small kids. The cabin will conjointly be to a little degree claustrophobic, with the use of a rakish greenhouse and slim windows creating the jag feel additional akin to firmly an aston martin when compared to a bmw 6 series.

The xks power soft high takes a scant 18 seconds to firmly lower and is well insulated to produce a quiet ride when deployed. The xk coupes trunk will hold 11. 7 cubic feet of cargo -- abundant larger when compared to the trunks of one's 911 and mercedes sl-class and merely slightly smaller than that of one's 6 series. In the high down, the xk convertible will still hold a respectable 7. 1 cubic feet.

Driving Impressions

The current lineup of v8 engines has created an entirely new definition of jaguar performance. Even the bottom xk is impressively potent, with near-instant response and a large, muscular power band. The supercharged xkr, meanwhile, may be a monster, and it may accelerate as rapidly as a few of one's worlds best sports cars.

In case the xkr may be a monster, then were undecided what that makes the xkr-s and xkr-s gt -- a few variety of union jack-waving mothra, possibly. Youll would like to visit simple upon the throttle whereas moving out a stop ; otherwise, youll probably set the tires spinning futilely just like the traction management struggles to firmly rein altogether that torque. These cars demand to firmly be driven with respect, and theyll reward your efforts, as their increased abilities yield truly impressive overall performance.

Its no surprise that the 2014 jaguar xk is a powerful straight-line cruiser. The xk may not as responsive currently being a porsche 911 or jaguars new f-type connected to curvy road, other then its additional nimble when compared to the latest bmw 6 series. Ride quality upon the xkr-s and xkr-s gt is expectedly firmer than that of one's regular xkr, other then its still surprisingly comfortable and suitable for road trips.