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Jaguar XE India launch at 2016 Delhi Motor show

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Jaguar's latest design and technical innovation XE Sport Sloon has been in the international news for quite some time now. Recently launched in the UK at a price tag of GBP 26,990 (INR 26.05 lakh), there are rumors that the British marque could showcase this Sports Saloon in the upcoming 2016 Indian Auto Expo.  The XE has been developed based on JLR's new modular vehicle architecture, and thus features a long wheelbase and low seating position that enables perfect proportions and a streamlined, coupe-like profile. 

Following the design cues of the  XF,  XJ, F-Type, E-Type and also the Mark II, the XE's front end features a massive black chrome mesh grille complete with the leaping cat and sporty front bumper with wide air intakes.  It shares some of its integral design features with its older cousin XF that include the sculpted bonnet with strong ‘power bulge’, the narrow headlights and ‘J-blade’ running lights, the rising waistline and long, graceful curve on the roof.   

Its tail lamps have been inspired by Jaguar’s F-type and the E-type, while the rounded window of the rear door carries suggestions of the Jaguar Mark 2. Additionally the new modular vehicle architecture gives it a long 2,835mm wheelbase and low seating position that enables perfect proportions and a streamlined profile. Based on different trim levels, the new XE offers specially designed alloy wheels with an option of 17-inch, 18-inch, 19-inch and 20-inch wheels and an average drag coefficient of an impressive 0.26.

Inside, the cabin offers outstanding levels of comfort and spaciousness. Exquisite materials and finishes combined with Jaguar craftsmanship make this a class-beating interior that’s unlike anything else in the segment. Jaguar’s new InControl infotainment system takes centre stage, while its innovative 8-inch touchscreen brings fast, intuitive access to all features and functions – and iOS and Android smartphone apps. It also come with forward facing stereo camera is mounted behind the front windscreen to give the XE a 3D view of the road ahead. This highly accurate data is used for functions including autonomous emergency braking and a lane departure warning system.

The XE has some of the most advanced driver assistance systems available. All Surface Progress Control (ASPC), developed through decades of Jaguar Land Rover experience in off-road traction systems, can electronically gain traction in seconds and is ideal for use on low-grip surfaces, such as wet roads. Laser projection technology enables the XE’s optional head-up display (HUD) to generate sharp, high-contrast colour graphics (such as vehicle speed and navigation) from a module smaller and almost a third lighter than existing systems, retaining clarity even in direct sunlight.

From an India perspective, Jaguar XE sedan will be offered in both petrol and diesel fuel guise. The oil burner will be the new 2.0-litre motor from JLR's Ingenium engine family that offers two states of tunes 163PS and 180PS, while the petrol engine will be a 2.0-litre turbocharged motor producing two power outputs- 200PS and 240PS. Both engines are paired to a ZF 8HP45 8-speed automatic gearbox as standard. The company also has a six-speed manual gearbox driving the power to rear wheels, which might also come to India. 

Globally, the vehicle also has a 3.0-litre V6 supercharged engine that also powers the F-Type. This engine is good for 340PS of power and 340Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to rear wheels via ZF 8HP45 8-speed automatic gearbox. 

Jaguar is also planning to locally assemble the vehicle to price it competitive in the market. However, the first two batches of the car are likely to come via CBU (Completely Built Unit) route. Scheduled to rival against the likes of BMW 3-Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4, the Jaguar XE is likely to be priced around INR 35-40 lakh

Editor : Vikas Arora

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