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The XJL Supersport offers a modern reinterpretation of a number of key XJL
design cues while maintaining the highest standards of personal luxury. This is
evident in how the strong, muscular lower half of the car contrasts with the
slim and graceful quality of the roofline - a nod to the original 1968 XJ sedan.
A standard panoramic glass roof is an integral part of the all new XJL's
design, enabling the car to have a lower, more streamlined roofline, while
dramatically enhancing the feeling of light and space inside. The LED light
clusters wrap stylishly over the rear fenders, and feature three dramatic red
vertical strips while the elongated teardrop shape of the side windows
establishes the car's silhouette. The rear of the XJL is notable for its pure,
sculpted shape. With a conscious absence of ornamentation, the rear features
only a single leaping Jaguar.
The face of the all new 2011 XJL Supersport
is confident, with a wide front track and short overhang contributing to the
finely judged proportions. The nose of the car follows Jaguar's new design
language with a bold and assertive treatment - the powerful mesh grille and slim
xenon headlights create a strong road presence while the wrap-around rear screen
reduces the visual weight of the pillars and gives the impression of an exotic
"floating" roof.
"The new XJ is a thoroughly modern interpretation of the
quintessential Jaguar," says Ian Callum, Design Director, Jaguar Cars. "Its
visual impact stems from the elongated teardrop shape of the car's side windows;
that powerful stance and its wide track. It is the most emphatic statement yet
of Jaguar's new design direction."
The Interior: Blending Elegant, Contemporary Design
The sleek design and refined luxury is
continued inside the Jaguar XJL Supersport by mixing newly advanced technologies
and contemporary design to create an environment more akin to a state-of-the-art
living space than a car cabin. The overriding impression from the interior is a
sense of personal space that is enhanced by the clean, simple form of the
leather-wrapped instrument panel sitting low across the vehicle. At the center
of the instrument panel is an analog clock with individual chrome chaplets, a
spun metal face and iridescent blue background; a look inspired by luxury
watches.
The all new XJL Supersport's cabin is a marvel in its own right, blending
elegant, contemporary design with the comfort, luxury and unmistakable sporting
style of a Jaguar. Chrome and piano black detailing provide an eye-catching
contrast to the beautifully crafted leather and veneer surfaces. To further
complement the cabin design is a level of choice in colors, veneers and leathers
not seen before in a Jaguar. The top-of-the-range XJL Supersport provides the
ultimate expression of performance and luxury, with a specification that
includes a leather headlining, semi-aniline leather seats and veneers with laser
inlays.
Stunning, 12.3-inch high-definition Virtual Instruments
complement an innovative 8-inch Touch-screen that displays vehicle functions
ranging from audio and video to navigation and climate control. Premium surround
sound options include the top-of-the-range 1200W Bowers & Wilkins system, which
is standard on the Supersport model. Advanced infotainment features also include
hard drive-based audio and navigation systems, and comprehensive connectivity
for portable audio and video devices via the powerful Media Hub.
The
Jaguar XJL Supersport's beauty is much more than skin-deep. All engines transmit
power through an enhanced version of Jaguar's acclaimed electronically
controlled, six-speed automatic transmission which has a fully-adaptive shift
system that delivers extremely smooth gear changes and works to balance
performance and economy.
Latest Technology Included
With
the XJL Supersport, Jaguar has built upon its leading quality performance using
the latest virtual product technologies. These proven Jaguar dynamic
technologies are taken to new levels in the XJL Supersport. Features such as air
suspension, Adaptive Dynamics (continuously variable damping), Active
Differential Control and quick-ratio power steering deliver the blend of
responsive, dynamic handling and a refined, supple ride expected from a Jaguar.
The 2011 Jaguar XJL Supersport delivers a driving experience that is just as
memorable as the car's sleek and alluring appearance, combining responsive,
sporting dynamics with the luxurious drive expected from a Jaguar.
Jaguar XJL Supersport: Photo Gallery, Review (1/2) and Specifications
