At Detroit Auto Show Jaguar unveiled the C-XF Concept, the preview for the 2009 Jaguar XF, a model that is supposed to revitalize the brand. The XF will replace the S-Type. Also the XF-R it is planned for sometime in 2010. The 2008 Jaguar XF will compete with models like Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5-Series and Lexus GS.
The 2008 XF will be powered by a range of engines that was first use in the Volvo’s S80: the 3.2 liter V6 and V8 engines and also the new 3.2 litre petrol six. Also the 4.2 litre V8 of the current model is expected to be upgraded to 5.0 liters. The XF will feature a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Also Jaguar will add a supercharged to both Jaguar XF models including the regular Jaguar XF which will have a 4.2 liter V8 supercharged engine producing 420 horsepower and the Jaguar XF-R which will have a 5.0 liter V8 supercharged engine producing up to 500 horsepower.
