2008 Jaguar XKR-S

Jaguar has had incredible ups and downs during its many years as one of the elite luxury/sports cars around.  However, the new 2008 XKR-S is definitely a high point.  The XKR-S has received critical acclaim from critics and tuning enthusiasts will definitely agree that this Jaguar is a definite winner.  So what’s all the fuss about the 2008 XKR-S.

To start things off, the XKR-S is the fastest XR to be produced.  This sophisticated, yet performance minded car is a literal rocket with a 420 hp, 4.2 liter V8 engine.  Equipped with a six speed automatic transmission and Jaguar’s high quality Sequential Shift, this vehicle can hit 0 to 60 in about 5 seconds 95.2).  In fact, with a top speed of 174 mph, the XKR-S is literally the quickest Jag since the XJ220.

It should be noted that the XKR-S is a limited edition and about 200 vehicles will be manufactured.  However, the Europeans win again, with all 200 slated for the European market only.  For those that love Jags, the exterior looks great.  It features front air splitters and side sill extensions.  The rear of the vehicle includes a spoiler and a bumper on the rear that includes a diffuser panel.  It should also be noted that the XKR-S comes with monster 20 inch wheels – lightweight Vortex.

Inside, the 2008 Jaguar XKR-S is true luxury through and through.  You will find the ultimate accompaniments including fine leather, a Bowers and Wilkins surround sound system, a luxury Alston headliner and much, much more.  For those that absolutely love Jaguars, you will appreciate this limited edition XKR-S.  You will be hard pressed to find a vehicle with incredible luxury, styling and performance all in one package like this vehicle offers.  The price has still not been published, but you can guess that it will definitely be expensive.