Jaguar reveals improved XJ

Jaguar has revealed its 2013 model year XJ which gets a host of improvements, the most significant of which is a new 3.0-litre supercharged V6 engine, replacing the 5.0-litre V8. This new engine makes its debut in the XJ and the XF plus it will also power the much anticipated F-Type.

On sale from September prices for the new XJ start at £56,260 on the road which gets you the impressive 3.0-litre diesel version with 600Nm of torque. Like the new 3.0-litre supercharged engine, the diesel now gets a new eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox as standard which also features an intelligent start/stop system to save fuel in traffic. As a result the 3.0 D averages a claimed 47mpg (estimated) with CO2 emissions of 159g/km - an improvement of 14%.

The 3.0-litre supercharged petrol produces 340PS with 450Nm of torque giving the XJ a 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds which fuel economy is 30mpg. Other changes to the XJ for the 2013 model year include re-calibrated spring and damper settings as well as remapped damper software - all designed to enhance ride isolation and passenger comfort on all road surfaces.

Improvements inside include DAB now fitted as standard plus a new premium sound system. Teaming up with British audio specialist Meridian, Jaguar has developed a 825W sound system. This top-of-the range 20-speaker system comes as standard on Portfolio and Supersport XJ models and is an option on other models.

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