2013 Jaguar XKR-S Convertible Review and Specs

It still thrilled that the starter button pulses red before starting a jaguar. It commemorates the pulse of the heartbeat. Which is automatically increased when the engine roaring, once the vehicle has started to operate. At the same moment the round selector knob goes from the center console, with the automatic transmission is operated. 375 kW (510 hp) are awake and enthusiastic with a sound culture that it offers you a Jaguar.

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Psyche out

It is not a new car more. The XK-line Jaguar already enjoyed a few years the world with its sleek and sporty appearance. And whilst there is no sense of boredom while watching the dazzling forms of XK. In our case, the XKR-S as a convertible, the roof opens up to a speed of 16 km / h in less than 18 seconds or even close. Reason enough to miss a single moment of this open-air feeling.

So sensual, the outward forms of a Jaguar XKR-S convertible are processed so elegant and perfectly located, this impression is continued in the interior. Electrically adjustable seats with memory function sleeps the inmates on the front seats perfectly for a trip to the XKR-S. Back are necessary even two places. These need to be sitting there, but must be large. With the leather dashboard, noble of all the other election materials, dress up the interior of the XKR-S. Clearly, great class, just premium.

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Sheer force

A V8 sits under the hood of the XKR-S elongated. The supply of fresh air needed for combustion reinforced with a compressor. So superior to the 283 kW (385 hp) at least 125 hp. Whopping 625 Nm of torque propel the XKR-S as required within 4.8 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h Then on the road is smooth cruising on the highway and announced the Jaguar whizzes at 250 h and equipped with the Speed ​​Pack to 280 km /

The high art of engineering is reflected in the Jaguar XKR-S in many facets. For example, the possibility of absolute tranquility just glide along and raise demand for the predator with a pressure on the accelerator. At first only the slight noise of the wheels on the pavement, in a moment of awakening to life, with its 510 hp engine. With the roar is always sonorous and pleasant, the audiologist did a great job at Jaguar.

Dynamics

With 1.8 tons of the Jaguar XKR-S convertible is not a lightweight, but in direct comparison to other competitors in the weight scale far below. What are the dynamics in one-to-one converts. We have been for some time with the Jaguar XKR Coupe at the Grand Prix circuit of the Nürburgring on the go. There, the chassis proved similarly configured standard coupe its outstanding properties. And if it is on the track already prepared a hell of fun, it's on the roads and highways a treat of a special kind Sovereign driving at the highest level.


Conclusion

No, not again give up. But we had to separate after the trial period, very heavy heart of the Jaguar XKR-S convertible. Even so sad, because the sun was shining from the sky, and moved further to the convertible exits. This Jaguar, the British show the large class of car, where other sports car manufacturers may well take a leaf. Meanwhile, the high quality standards have so many prejudices fall quickly. A Jaguar is now the premium occupiers demand.

Specifications: Jaguar XKR-S Convertible
Engine: 8-cylinder gasoline engine
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
Displacement: 5,000 cc
Power in kW / hp at rpm xy / 375 kW (510 hp) / 6000-6500
Max torque: 625 at 2500-5500 rpm
Length / width / height in mm 4.794/1.892/1.329
Wheelbase: 2,752 mm in
Curb weight: 1,800 kg
Perm. Total weight: 2185 kg
Luggage capacity: 313 liters
Tires: 245/40 ZR 19 front, 275/35 ZR 19 rear
Wheels: 9.5 x 20 "light alloy
Acceleration: 4.8 seconds
Top speed: 250 km / h (governed)
Fuel tank capacity: 71 liters
Fuel consumption combined transport: 12.3 liters per 100 km
Price: starting at $ 138.875