{"id":327,"date":"2019-02-19T10:54:40","date_gmt":"2019-02-19T09:54:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/automotive-info.org\/?p=327"},"modified":"2019-02-19T10:54:40","modified_gmt":"2019-02-19T09:54:40","slug":"%ef%bb%bfthe-new-jaguar-xe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotive-info.org\/?p=327","title":{"rendered":"\ufeffThe new Jaguar XE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon and will be the\ndriver\u2019s car in its class. Its lightweight construction, streamlined styling,\nluxurious interior and outstanding ride and handling are testament to company\nfounder Sir William Lyons\u2019 vision: \u2018The car is the closest thing we will ever\ncreate to something that is alive\u2019 <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The\nrear-drive XE is the only vehicle in its class to use an aluminium-intensive\nmonocoque. This extremely robust yet light structure, together with double\nwishbone front suspension and an Integral Link rear axle, is fundamental to the\nXE\u2019s innovative benchmark vehicle dynamics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jaguar\u2019s\nworld-leading expertise in aluminium structure engineering enables exceptional\nfuel consumption and emissions figures: with the new Ingenium diesel engines,\nthe XE can achieve 75mpg and 99g\/km CO2<\/sub> \u2013 the most efficient Jaguar\never. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Powered by\nthe supercharged 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine from the acclaimed Jaguar F-TYPE,\nthe XE S is capable of 0-60mph in just 4.9 seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aluminium-intensive\nJaguar XE is the first model developed from Jaguar Land Rover\u2019s new modular\nvehicle architecture. The long 2,835mm wheelbase and low seating position\nenable perfect proportions and a streamlined profile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The cabin offers outstanding levels of comfort and spaciousness. Exquisite materials and finishes combined with Jaguar craftsmanship make this a classbeating interior that\u2019s unlike anything else in the segment. Jaguar\u2019s new InControl Touch infotainment system takes centre stage: its innovative 8-inch touchscreen brings fast, intuitive access to all features and functions \u2013 and iOS and Android smartphone apps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XE has\nsome of the most advanced driver assistance systems available. All Surface\nProgress Control (ASPC), developed through decades of Jaguar Land Rover\nexperience in off-road traction systems, can electronically gain traction in\nseconds and is ideal for use on low-grip surfaces, such as snow-covered roads. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laser\nprojection technology enables the XE\u2019s head-up display (HUD) to generate sharp,\nhigh-contrast colour graphics (such as vehicle speed and navigation) from a\nmodule smaller and almost a third lighter than existing systems, retaining\nclarity even in direct sunlight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A stereo\ncamera is mounted behind the front windscreen to give the XE a 3D view of the\nroad ahead: this highly accurate data is used for functions including\nautonomous emergency braking and a lane departure warning system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XE is\nthe stiffest, most aerodynamic Jaguar saloon car ever built. It is also the\nfirst Jaguar to be equipped with electric power steering, tuned to provide\nexceptional responsiveness and feel but with lower energy consumption than\nhydraulic systems. The XE also boasts the lowest cost of ownership and most\nenvironmentally sustainable credentials of all Jaguar models. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manufacturing\nof the aluminium-intensive Jaguar XE occurs at Jaguar Land Rover\u2019s Solihull\nplant in an all-new facility. Part of a \u00a31.5bn investment, this flexible,\npurpose-built site will create 1,700 UK jobs. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XE now completes the Jaguar saloon car range, sitting below the XF\nand XJ model lines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XE Range<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

From luxurious to high-performance, the XE range offers a model perfectly suited to every taste Sports saloons tailored to suit every driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each XE is designed to offer an unrivalled combination of steering response, ride comfort, refinement and performance. These attributes are matched to the sleek, perfectly-proportioned exterior styling and the premium materials and meticulous attention to detail defining the interior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pure: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The entry-level\nto the XE range, the Pure* model features high-quality cloth seats and a gloss\nblack treatment for the door trim finishers and the signature \u2018Riva Hoop\u2019\nsweeping around the instrument panel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

R-Sport:  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seats are trimmed with Taurus leather with unique technical mesh fabric inserts. The \u2018Riva Hoop\u2019 and door finishers are in etched aluminium, and the tread plates and sports steering wheel feature R-Sport branding. The exterior is enhanced by a subtle rear spoiler and a noble chrome treatment for the side power vents. sports suspension delivers even better handling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

S: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most\nperformance-orientated XE model features a race-inspired interior. The Taurus\nleather seats have suede cloth panels and the tread plates and leather sports\nsteering wheel carry the S logo. Dark hex aluminium graces the door finishers\nand the \u2018Riva Hoop\u2019, while the centre console is gloss black. The front\nbumper\u2019s enlarged air intakes hint at the performance potential of the supercharged\nV6. Side\nsill extensions, rear spoiler, gloss black rear valance, red brake calipers and\noptional forged, 20-inch \u2018Propeller\u2019 alloy wheels complete the package. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prestige: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taurus\nleather upholstery with contrasting stitching delivers a modern, progressive\nluxury interior, complete with phosphor blue ambient lighting. Inserts on the\nair-conditioned seat option are perforated and the \u2018Riva Hoop\u2019 and door\nfinishers are finished in brushed aluminium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Portfolio:  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most\nluxurious XE model, Portfolio features a wide range of colour options for the\npremium Windsor leather with herringbone perforations. The instrument panel\nfeatures split upper and lower coverings in two colours, complete with\ncolour-keyed twin-needle stitching for a truly bespoke feel. The aluminium trim has an embossed\nsurface finish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Design<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The most advanced sports saloon that Jaguar has produced, the new XE is instantly recognisable as a Jaguar, its aluminium skin formed around the fundamental principles of perfect proportions and aerodynamic efficiency. The new XE looks and feels like no other car in its class Purity and purpose: Form and function without compromise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always at\nthe forefront of innovation, Jaguar created the blueprint for the first ever\nsports saloon with the iconic Mk II, a car which distilled sports car\nperformance and dynamics into a stylish fourdoor body. The new XE builds on\nthis unique heritage, combining Jaguar\u2019s unrivalled expertise in lightweight\nconstruction with exquisite lines, sharp radii and perfectly executed surfaces.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The only\ncar in its class to use an aluminium-intensive monocoque, the XE was developed\nin parallel with Jaguar\u2019s lightweight, modular vehicle architecture. Created\nfrom a clean sheet, this architecture \u2013 which will form the backbone of several\nfuture Jaguar models \u2013 unlocks entirely new design possibilities for the brand.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cGreat proportions and a dynamic, edgy feel are at the core of Jaguar design. We wanted to create a strong sense of movement, and have given the XE a dynamic and purposeful look that is without compromise. Sleek, low, coupe-like exterior proportions combine with an efficient package that is instantly recognisable as  a true Jaguar.\u201d <\/strong>Ian Callum, Jaguar Director of Design <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nstrongly-sculpted bonnet is a testament to Jaguar\u2019s expertise in working with\naluminium, creating a taut, muscular appearance. The very steeply raked\nwindscreen and the rising waistline accentuate the streamlined, coupe-like\nprofile, adding to the sense of movement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nsignature \u2018J-Blade\u2019 running lights are another instantly recognisable Jaguar\ndesign. In the rear lights, a horizontal line intersecting a roundel is\nan iconic styling feature inherited from the iconic Jaguar E-type. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smooth progress: Sleek styling, low aerodynamic\ndrag <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jaguar has a rich history of designing stunning, yet aerodynamically efficient cars. The new XE continues this tradition of uncompromised form and function: its profile has the lowest drag coefficient of any Jaguar yet \u2013 Cd 0.26. This was achieved through a combination of over 1,200 computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and over eight million hours of processor time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The body\u2019s low-drag shape is enhanced by features that\namplify each improvement made. Innovations include front bumper ducts which\nchannel laminar airflow over the surface of the front wheels to reduce drag.\nThis is combined with lightweight under-floor panels running back to the rear\nsilencer, creating an almost perfectly smooth surface, also significantly\nreducing drag. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside story: Spacious, luxurious <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Expectations raised by the XE\u2019s beautiful exterior styling\nare exceeded once inside. The spacious cabin cocoons front seat passengers with\na deep centre console, creating a cockpit-like feel. The 8inch touchscreen for\nthe new InControl Touch infotainment system takes centre stage in the sweeping\ncurves of the instrument panel. On models equipped with automatic\ntransmissions, Jaguar\u2019s unique rotary drive selector rises up from the centre\nconsole \u2013 the XE feels alive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contour-hugging front seats are mounted low, creating a\nsports-car like driving position with heating and cooling options and up\nto14-way power adjustment. The rear seats may also be heated and can offer a\n40:20:40 split-fold \u2013 a first for Jaguar \u2013 and a through-loading feature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XE proves that sleek, streamlined styling and interior\nspace need not be mutually exclusive. All occupants enjoy generous amounts of\nhead and legroom, and the deeply scalloped seatbacks liberate even more space\nfor passengers seated in the rear of the XE. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Technical fabrics, fine-grain leathers and contrasting\ntwin-needle stitching give the cabin a bespoke quality. Gloss black, textured\naluminium, contemporary wood veneers, and carbon-fibre trim enhance a\nluxurious, handcrafted feel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Body Structure<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jaguar is more experienced in the use of aluminium construction than any other vehicle manufacturer, allowing the development of the revolutionary body structure of the new XE. It is the only car in the class built around an aluminium-intensive monocoque. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Light, stiff, safe <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Following development of the aluminium XJ in 2003, the XK,\nthe current XJ and the F-Type, Jaguar\u2019s experience is embodied in the new XE\u2019s\naluminium-intensive monocoque. The XE is the most rigid saloon that Jaguar has\never built and no other vehicle in the midsize segment contains more aluminium.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XE is the first model designed using Jaguar\u2019s all-new\nmodular vehicle architecture. This advanced structure, which will underpin a\nrange of different models in a number of different segments, is engineered to\nutilise the most intelligent mix of materials, including aluminium,\nhigh-strength steel and magnesium, providing exceptional manufacturing\nflexibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the XE, satisfying the demanding targets for ride,\nhandling, fuel economy and safety dictated an aluminium-intensive monocoque.\nWhen Jaguar started work on the original aluminium XJ, the luxury saloon\u2019s body\ncomprised around 70 per cent conventional grades and 30 per cent high-strength\nalloys respectively. In the new XE, these proportions have been reversed.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

High-strength aluminium alloys, including AC300 and AC600\ngrades, are also used in areas such as the A-pillars, front and rear crash\nstructures, and the cant rail. The B-pillars are high-strength aluminium\nreinforced with ultra-high strength steel, with a layer of high-density foam\nbetween. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this makes the passenger compartment exceptionally\nstiff, preventing intrusions in the event of a collision. The new XE has been\nengineered to meet the most stringent legislative and consumer crash test\nrequirements worldwide, including US and Euro NCAP. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pedestrian protection reaches new levels too: the energy\nabsorbing properties of the aluminium bonnet are enhanced by a deployable hinge\nsystem, which creates additional clearance between the underside and stiff\nstructures such as the powertrain, suspension towers and the bulkhead.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recycled aluminium alloy: A world-first <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sustainability is another big part of the story at Jaguar\nLand Rover. The new XE is the first car in the world to use a high-strength\naluminium alloy \u2013 RC5754 \u2013 made predominantly from recycled material. The\nproduct of several years of research, this grade contains only a small quantity\nof primary material, essential to achieving the desired mechanical\nproperties.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steels, including advanced high-strength and dual-phase\nsteels, are used for parts such as the rear underbody, door panels and bootlid.\nThese materials satisfy the particular strength, stiffness and geometrical\nrequirements of these parts and they also contribute to the XE\u2019s ideal weight\ndistribution. Cast magnesium also makes an appearance: this ultra-light\nmaterial is used to make the front-end carrier as well as the cross-car beam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chassis<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jaguar saloons have always been renowned for their matchless combination of sublime ride comfort and outstanding driving dynamics. The new XE will take this to the next level thanks to double wishbone front suspension, Integral Link rear suspension and Jaguar\u2019s first application of electric power steering. Development target: be the driver\u2019s car in the segment <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Agile, responsive, supple <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Designing the XE entirely from scratch using a brand new\narchitecture presented the programme team the rare opportunity to develop a car\nfree of the compromises imposed by legacy platforms and carryover components.\nAs a result the XE has the most sophisticated chassis of any vehicle in its\nclass and will set the benchmark for ride and handling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XE\u2019s light, stiff body structure and longitudinal,\nrear-drive powertrains provided the perfect starting point for development. Where\nmost competitors use the simple MacPherson strut front suspension, Jaguar\u2019s\nvehicle dynamics team insisted on the superior double wishbone configuration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Camber stiffness was an important consideration. This\nattribute \u2013 the resistance to lateral load when the car is cornering \u2013 is\ncrucial to steering feel. To keep unsprung mass to a minimum, the forged\naluminium knuckles are made from cast blanks using a patented production\nprocess. Further weight savings come from the tubular anti-roll bars and springs\nmade from stiffer, narrower-gauge steel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Front suspension geometry was optimised from the outset to\nsuit all-wheel drive and rear-wheeldrive configurations. The suspension\nmounting points enable efficient packaging of the spring and damper assembly \u2013\nessential to achieving the low bonnet height fundamental to the XE\u2019s sleek\nstyling and to pedestrian impact protection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The dampers have been meticulously tuned, giving the sublime ride quality Jaguar cars are famous for and the taut body control needed for agile handling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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