Full details have been made public today on the Jaguar C-X16 production concept, set to make its global debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show 13 September. A dedicated website www.media.c-x16.com has launched featuring the multimedia content showcasing the new concept. Designed by the same team that produced the Jaguar XJ, XF and XK - headed by Jaguar Director of Design Ian Callum - the C-X16 concept is a precursor to future Jaguar sports cars that will aim to set new class benchmarks in design, vehicle dynamics and technology.
The C-X16 signposts how the next generation of Jaguar sports cars will produce their power in an environmentally conscious manner. The concept is propelled by a hybrid powertrain that combines an all-alloy V6 engine with a performance-boosting electric motor inspired by the Formula One KERS system.
Adrian Hallmark, Global Brand Director, Jaguar Cars commented: “The C-X16 is our compelling vision for a 21st century Jaguar sports car. It embodies the established Jaguar strengths of sensual design, animal-like agility and inspirational performance and combines these with attributes that set us on a course to create sustainable sports cars of the future.”
Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar Cars commented: “This car has been designed from first principles. It is an evolution of the design ethos of past Jaguars and defines the agenda for a future of dramatic, innovative sports cars. Purity of line and intent is what Jaguar does best.”
JAGUAR C-X16 at-a-glance
• A concept ‘One plus One’ sports car that explores future performance hybrid option
• Seductive looks indicate the next evolution of Jaguar’s bold design direction.
• Sensual shape is defined by three distinctive ‘heartlines’; front wing crease, rear haunches and sweeping roofline.
• Driver-focused two-seater cabin trimmed in dramatic red leather.
• Powered by an innovative supercharged 3.0-litre V6 producing 380PS (280kW) and 332lb ft (450Nm) of torque.
• Specific power per litre is an impressive 126PS.
• High-performance hybrid system boosts output by 70kW and 235Nm.
• Top speed of 186mph, 0-62mph in 4.4 seconds and 50-75mph acceleration in 2.1 seconds.
• CO2 emissions of 165g/km and an electric-only top speed of 50mph.
• Steering wheel-mounted ‘Push to Pass’ button controls the hybrid boost function.
• Performance hybrid is inspired by the Limo-Green research project and C-X75 supercar concept.
• Aluminium construction maximises torsional rigidity for sharper responses.
• Eight-speed ZF gearbox with Quickshift changes.
• Intelligent Stop/Start for improved fuel economy.
• Switchgear incorporates OLED displays into dual-function rotary controls.
• New-generation Jaguar Touch-Screen with short-cut keys.
• Advanced Climate Control employs an Intelligent Venting System.
• Composite seats stiffened with a carbon-fibre central spine. |
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