We were probably the most patient with Jaguar and their embargo of August 28th on the new Jaguar XF. After staying contact with Jaguar USA all day today we learned that the embargo is simply a game of time zones. So that’s why this is officially, and probably, the first official post on the 2009 Jaguar XF. Whatever the case, let’s get down to business.
The 2009 Jaguar XF will be available with two different engines, all featuring Jaguar’s six-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddles for manual gear selection (Jaguar Sequential ShiftTM). The base 4.2 liter V8 engine will produce 300 horsepower giving it the ability to go from 0-60 mph in 6.2 seconds. The range topper will be 4.2 liter Supercharged V8 engine that will produce 420 horsepower giving it the ability to go from 0-60 mph in 5.1 seconds. Top speed on both variants is limited to 155mph.
For the U.S. market, Jaguar will offer three trim levels including Luxury, Premium Luxury and Supercharged. The 2009 Jaguar XF is available to order now, depending on market. The first cars will be delivered to customers in March 2008...
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