Last year there were also shots of a prototype for a new range topping XK that will sit above the current XKR flagship. This new super-XK could possibly called the ‘XKR-R’ and is tipped to feature a brand new 500hp (373kW) supercharged 5.0L V8 engine.
As for the XKR, these latest spy shots of a prototype for the facelifted model reveal only a few subtle changes will distinguish it from the current car.
Visual changes include a new front bumper with revised air intakes positioned below the headlights, plus a redesigned rear bumper and LED taillights. The engine lineup will remain relatively unchanged, although expect a slight power bump for the current supercharged 4.2L V8 mill. The interior, meanwhile, should get Jaguar’s new drive-select transmission interface lifted from XF saloon.
First sales should start in the first half of this year.
Reader Comments
Tue Oct 21 2008 4:55 PM
GreyRazor says
Still looks like an Aston Martin gone ugly.
Wed Oct 22 2008 9:55 AM
Edward says
What has gone wrong with Ian Callum's hand? And how many millions is he earning as 'Head Designer'? Tata is correct in wanting to invest in Pininfarina so as to get designs from there and not from Callum, who is very near to losing his job in disgrace.
Wed Oct 22 2008 3:36 PM
NoNameDenton says
The design has not changed much and your maligning it now
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