Jaguar XJ – Automobiles Review

Single malt Jaguar XJ by Vilner is infused with aristocratism and individuality

Vilner makes substantial interior changes to the 2005 Jaguar XJ

This Jaguar XJ by Vilner has rather strange nick name, “single malt”, which as many of you might now is a type of alcohol. But there is a good reason for that, and it is the aristocratic club atmosphere of this XJ. If it is true that the car actually resembles the owner, then the driver of this Jag XJ has high noble traits. But could a car, an object, really say something about its possessor? Let’s find out.

The basis of this project is the beautiful 2005 Jaguar XJ with 300 hp (221 kW) and 420 Newton meters (310 lb-ft) of torque. The car has extremely sentimental value for its owner, who not only keeps it in perfect condition, but also takes care for it as a part of the family. At one point however, this wasn’t enough and the aristocratic owner wanted to do something more for his Jaguar-jewel. Therefore he contacted the luxury Bulgarian based Art Studio Vilner for help. And he obviously came to the right place.

What he wanted was a fine combination of vintage shades, warmth and a hint of the atmosphere of whiskey and cigars club. The aim was achieved with materials of the highest quality: white-striped beige Alcantara as well as soft brown vintage leather.

Vilner Jaguar XJ Single Malt interior pic two

Besides the central parts of the seats and doors, the striped Alcantara upholstery has been given to the transmission tunnel and sun visors. Traditionally, the steering console is made of hard plastic, but now it is reinforced with brown Alcantara. On the other hand, the design theme of the steering wheel, dashboard and almost the entire interior is made of vintage brown leather, stitched with contrasting white thread. Even the plastic mechanisms of the seat belts have been wrapped with the same material.

The owner wanted to preserve all wooden elements, so Vilner incorporated them in their design vision for the XJ. At last, on the headrests you see the embroidery of the family crest, which somehow seems to add uniformity and completeness of this important Jaguar. As a compliment, the studio has created a special bag made entirely in the style of the car, and this tradition seems to become a trademark of Vilner’s.

The conclusion: a car can really say a lot about its owner as it has been exemplified with this project. And this is because he has treated the Jaguar not as a useful object, but as a substantial part of the family that has own personality. By the way, the fact that this XJ is in the family for more than ten years speaks a lot.

Source: Vilner

July 15, 2016

2016 Jaguar XJ Lineup Demonstrates How a Luxury Vehicle Looks Like

2016 Jaguar XJ now comes with all-aluminum luxury saloon and numerous more premium goodies. Like the LED headlights and the overall stunning looks. Furthermore, materials such the semi-aniline leather and the inlay veneers bring that cozy and luxurious feel inside the cabin. Furthermore, combining the traditional craftsmanship with the latest word of the technology, the vehicle comes not only with great looks and comfortable cabin, but also with incredible pieces of technology. For example the infotainment system. The InControl Touch Pro system grants customers with maybe one of the best navigation systems today. Other wonderful gadget is the audio system: a 1,300W Meridian Digital Unit, that ensures the highest quality of music, combined with the highest quality components.

But the cosmetic add-ons are not the only ones, when it comes to the latest XJ model. Now the driving experience is even better, because of the V6 diesel engine, that offers higher amounts of power and torque and lower consumption and CO2 emissions. Furthermore, the electric-powered steering system defends the well-known Jaguar reputation, when it comes to agility and responsiveness.

The interior cines with fully redesigned grille, that is now larger, while the chrome bladers in the outboard air intakers bring that confident and yet stylish look. The LED headlights are further enhanced with a special system, that provides a color temperature, closer to that of daylight, which means improved visibility and driving comfort. And yes, they save more energy. In fact, the special “J-Blade” daytime lights are interesting addition to the XJ series, as they improve visibility and the light itself changes colors, when the direction indicator is opened. Sweet, huh?

The interior has also deserved its attention. The portfolio now gains quilted soft-leather seats with diamond stitching and figured ebony veneer. Furthermore, the Autobiography model is now available with long-wheelbase body, and 20″ Maroa wheels. The inside of the machine is covered with unique leather seats and contrasting stitching, rich oak inlay veneer and illuminated stainless steel treadplates and air vents. The rear seat place is actually filled with individual seats, that come with massage function and of course an entertainment system with two 10.2-inch HD screens.

The XJ range will offer XJ Luxury, XJ Premium Luxury, XJ Portfolio, XJ R-Sport, XJR, XJ Autobiography. Furthermore, the different models will be geared with different powereplants: 300 hp (220 kW) 3.0-Liter V6 diesel automatic, 340 hp (250 kW) 3.0-litre V6 petrol automatic; 550hp (404kW) 5.0-litre V8 petrol automatic.

All the vehicles from the XJ lineup are manufactured at Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich Plant.

So, what do you think about the latest XJ models?

Source: Jaguar

June 16, 2015

Jaguar XE Is Brand’s New Premium Sports Sedan

Jaguar XE is the production name of brand’s new premium Sports Sedan which will be equipped with the ‘Ingenium’ engine family and will sport an advanced aluminium construction. The engine family comprises of premium, lightweight, low-friction, low emission four-cylinder petrol and diesel units and the first the Ingenium range will be utilized in the mid-sized Jaguar XE.

The car will be unveiled later this year, and for now we have to satisfy our curiosity with the image of the front of the XE, which Jaguar released alongside the news. In addition, the models will also be the first product from the new advanced aluminium architecture. The latter was shown in the C-X17 concept car.

XE’s global production will start in 2015. The car will bring about more lightness and stiffness for unbeatable handling, performance, refinement and efficiency. Or to say it differently, in this car, the engine and aluminium chassis complement each other perfectly.

Engine’s design will be suited for rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. In addition, they will be both efficient and powerful. Jaguar promises to offer a top speeds for the XE of over 300km/h (186mph), and emissions lower than 100g of CO2 per km.

Jaguar XE is positioned alongside the XF and XJ saloons in the range. XE technical and range details will be unveiled later this year.

Source: Jaguar

March 4, 2014

Arden Enhances Jaguar XJ 358

bAlthough the Jaguar XJ 358 is not a brand new car it is undoubtedly worth it when something exciting happens around it. Such “thing” is the tuning enhancing that the specialists at Arden have given it.

Jaguar XJ 358 was produced between 2007 and 2009 and was the facelifted version of the X350. Compared to its predecessor, Jaguar gave the car a revised front grille that was positioned low, new front bumper assembly, a changed Jaguar Logo, revised front lights and door mirrors. The interior was only slightly changed, and included resculptured front seats.

Arden has given this emblem in the automotive history a front conversion. It comprises of stainless steel grille for the front bumper, two front bumper lips and two air inlets with daytime lights. What is specifically exciting about these parts is that they were made out of premium fiber glass carbon compound and were additionally tested and optimized in the wind tunnel.

Thanks to these simple improvements, the designers have managed to transform the classic lines and elegant appearance of the XJ 358 into a timeless limousine representing style and class like no other model.

What is left to be said is that Arden’s front spoiler that has a larger air inlets and integrated LED daytime lights, not only contributes for XJ’s impressive “face”, but also additionally improves road safety.

Source: Arden

February 13, 2014

2014 Jaguar XJ Now With Enhanced Luxury Features

2014 Jaguar XJ is the latest luxurious sports saloon produced by the iconic brand and it includes improved rear cabin luxury features, delivers more comfort and is equipped with in-car technologies. The model will be available with a choice of diesel and supercharged petrol 3.0-litre V6 engines and two supercharged 5.0-litre V8 petrol engines.

Each of them will be matched with eight-speed automatic gearbox thus delivering smooth-shifting, economy and driver control. The new long-wheelbase models will include improved rear cabin luxury options such as ‘airline’ style reclining seats with massage function, increased headroom and fold-out business tables.

In addition, the re-tuned rear suspension will deliver more rear seat ride comfort. Furthermore, the entertainment system now will include Rear Seat Entertainment options: two hi-resolution touchscreens and premium Meridian Reference Audio System with Conversation Assist.

Throughout the interior are utilized special materials such as Bond grain, soft grain and semi-aniline leather, and versaatile veneers including Piano Black, Carbon Fibre, Gloss Burr Walnut and Satin Rosewood.

The 2014 14 Jaguar XJ ‘R’ version on the other hand is equipped with bespoke chassis and aerodynamic developments. The car is capable of generating 550 horsepower (404 kW) and 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque thanks to its 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine. These numbers makes it possible for the XJR to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds on its way to an electronically limited top speed of 174mph (280km/h).

To go further into details, the interior of the 2014 XJ includes a range of enhanced features which are mainly focused on the rear cabin of the car. The rear passenger compartment includes two separate ‘airline style’ reclining seats that both feature cushion and squab adjustment, three massage programs – Wave/Rolling, Lumbar and Shoulder.

In addition, in the new centre armrest are positioned all the seat controls as well as the Front Seat Activation button. On the other hand, the front seat improvements include massage functions for each seat with five levels of intensity.

What is more, the rear-seat passengers will enjoy many entertainment features included in the Rear Seat Entertainment package. The latter consists of two 10.2” high-resolution screens mounted on the back of the front seat headrests, which can display inputs from a number of sources.

LWB XJ will also deliver to the occupants leather-surfaced business tables in the rear. In order to keep rear seat passengers shielded from the sun, there is available electric rear-side window blinds. Moreover, the rear headroom is increased by 13 mm thus resulting in more comfort for the rear-seat passengers.

Going further to the engine range, the 2014 XJ will be available with powerful and efficient 3.0-litre V6 petrol and diesel engines, as well as two supercharged 5.0-litre units which will deliver 510 hp (375 kW), and in the XJR – 550 hp (405 kW).

A standard eight-speed automatic transmission will be matched to each of them. What is more, steering wheel-mounted gearshift paddles will deliver the driver higher levels of control.

Another technology included in this Jaguar model range is the Intelligent Stop-Start system. The latter utilizes Twin Solenoid Starter (TSS) in order to shut down the engine when the car comes to a halt, and restart it when the driver’s foot to move from the brake to the accelerator.

Next, the LWB version of the XJ will include an updated rear suspension for optimized performance. XJ has a lightweight aluminium construction which effects in great advantages in terms of agility, acceleration, braking and driver feedback and involvement.

The exterior color palette has been also enhanced and now consists of 15 colours: Polaris White, Ebony, Ultimate Black, Stratus Grey, Lunar Grey, Rhodium Silver, Cashmere, Osmium Blue, Dark Sapphire, Caviar, Carnelian Red, Black Amethyst, Italian Racing Red, British Racing Green and Satellite Grey.

As an option Jaguar will offer 1300W Meridian™ Reference Audio System and Conversation Assist. The latter uses a microphone above each seating position and digital audio processing technology in order to enhance the occupant’s voice via the vehicle’s audio system.

Technical Specifications

2014 JAGUAR XJ 3.0-LITRE V6
Engine	3.0-litre V6 SC petrol	XJ 3.0L V6 Diesel
Capacity (cc)	2995	2993
Peak Power (PS@rpm)	340@6500	275@4000
Peak Torque (Nm@rpm)	450@3500-5000	680@2500-5500
Transmission	Eight-speed automatic	Eight-speed automatic
Intelligent Stop/Start	Yes	Yes
0-60mph (secs)	5.7	6.0
0-100km/h (secs)	5.9	6.4
Top Speed (mph \| km/h)	155 \| 250 (electronically limited)	155 \| 250 (electronically limited)
Combined Economy (EU mpg \| l/100km)	29.4 \| 9.6	44.8 \| 6.3
CO2 Emissions (g/km)	224	167

2014 JAGUAR XJ 5.0-LITRE V8
Engine	XJ 5.0L Supersport
Capacity (cc)	5000
Cylinders	8
Transmission	8-speed automatic
0-60mph (seconds)	4.7
0-100km/h (seconds)	4.9
Top Speed (mph/km/h)	155 \| 250 (electronically limited)
Peak Power (PS@rpm)	510@6000-6500
Peak Torque (Nm@rpm)	625@2500-5500
Intelligent Stop/Start	Yes
Combined Economy (mpg)	24.4
Combined Economy (l/100km)	11.6
CO2 Emissions (g/km)	270

2014 JAGUAR XJR
Engine	5.0-litre V8 supercharged petrol
Capacity (cc)	5000
Bore/Stroke (mm)	92.5/93
Peak Power (PS@rpm)	550@6500
Peak Power (kW@rpm)	405@6500
Peak Torque (lb/ft @rpm)	502@2500-5500
Peak Torque (Nm@rpm)	680@2500-5500
Transmission	Eight-speed automatic
Intelligent Stop/Start	Yes
0-60mph (secs)	4.4
0-100km/h (secs)	4.6
Top Speed (mph \| km/h)	174 \| 280 (electronically limited)
Combined Economy (EU mpg \| l/100km)	24.4 \| 11.6
CO2 Emissions (g/km)	270

Source: Jaguar

August 21, 2013

2013 Maserati Quattroporte vs 2013 Jaguar XJ [video]

The Quattroporte is the fastest four-door production car in the world. It is powered by either V6 twin-turbocharged or V8 twin-turbocharged. The first will be available in several months, so the car in the video is with the mighty V8.

The V8 twin-turbocharged direct-injected 3.8 liter has 530HP (390 kW) at 6,500RPM and 650Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque at 2,000RPM or 710Nm with overboost function. 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 309 km/h (191 mph).

The V6 twin-turbocharged direct-injected 3.0 liter is with 409HP (301 kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) at 5,500RPM of torque at 1,750RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 285 km/h (177 mph).

Both engines get an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The new Quattroporte is now just 1860 kg (4,101 lbs) with V6 and 1900 kg (4189 lbs) with V8 engine.

The price is around £110,000.

The 2013 Jaguar XJ has a 5.0 liter supercharged V8 with 510HP (375 kW) at 6,000RPM and 625Nm (461 lb-ft) of torque at 2,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

The price is around £95 000, which is £15,000 cheaper than the Maserati.

Which is better?

Find out in the video below, where Mr. Steve Sutcliffe explains everything.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Uf-ZqBpHJc

Source: Autocar.co.uk via Youtube

January 4, 2013

Jaguar XJ_e Experimental Plug-in Hybrid

Jaguar XJ_e is an experimental plug-in hybrid which recently was announced to be the “Most Energy Efficient Luxury Car Prototype” and received the “Technical Panel’s Award of Merit”. In fact the vehicle uses only 1.2 liters of petrol and 11 kWh of electricity for over 63 mile course.

Jaguar XJ_e PHEV is a project part of the strategy of both Jaguar and Land Rover to develop best-in-class low-carbon premium products. To be more precise this vehicle utilise a specially developed 2-litre turbocharged engine coupled with a 69kW electric motor and a 12.3kWh lithium-ion battery.

This replaces the 5-litre V8 of the standard XJ. To go even further into details, the Jaguar XJ_e can achieve a range of about 25 miles in all-electric mode and a maximum electric mode top speed of 75mph. Performance estimates for the Jaguar XJ_e are fuel economy of 87 miles per gallon and a top speed of 150mph.

Here the tailpipe emissions are 75g/km and this means that the brand have achieved up to 70 per cent improvement compared to the standard XJ model. As a matter of fact experimental vehicles like the XJ_e Hybrids and electrification technologies are key elements of Jaguar Land Rover’s plan to reduce our carbon footprint.

Source: Jaguar

November 6, 2012

2012 Jaguar XJ Supersport – The new “Ring Taxi”

For more than a decade, BMW M5 is the official Ring Taxi. It takes passengers around the famous Nurburgring race track driven by a professional pilot. Now, there is a new taxi and it comes from Jaguar. It is based on the latest all-aluminium long wheelbase XJ Supersport with Sport and Speed Pack options.

The XJ Supersport Ring Taxi is powered by a supercharged 5.0-liter V8 with 510HP (375 kW) and 625Nm (461 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission sending all that power to the rear wheels. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 280 km/h.

“We’ve been running a successful Nürburgring driving programme from our Nordschleife engineering test centre now for some time, as it’s the very best place to demonstrate the dynamic abilities of the current Jaguar XF, XJ and XK models.“, commented Frank Klaas, Global Head of Communications, Jaguar Land Rover.

“Of these models, we found it’s the XJ Supersport that most often surprises journalists with its speed simply because they perceive it to be a large luxury car. The XJ is both those things, of course, but its aluminium architecture means it’s rigid and lightweight too, which make it a very good car on track. To underline that fact, our engineering team created this special Nürburgring taxi version in which our trained drivers can safely take passengers on very hot laps!”, he added.

The new Ring Taxi is finished in matte grey and comes with some upgrades like a new front splitter and a rear spoiler. There are also red brake calipers, gloss black accents and a set of 20” alloy wheels.

The interior features four individual racing seats, each equipped with four-point harnesses and a full bespoke roll cage.

2012 Jaguar XJ Supersport - The new Ring Taxi — 2012 Jaguar XJ Supersport – The new Ring Taxi

Source: Jaguar

May 7, 2012

Jaguar XJ Ultimate at the 2012 Beijing

Jaguar has presented the top-of-range XJ Ultimate at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show, yesterday. The luxurious saloon comes with unique details both for the interior and the exterior. It represents the pinnacle of the luxurious, innovative XJ experience with heightened levels of opulence for rear-seat passengers.

2012 Jaguar XJ Ultimate comes with two individually tailored rear seats, which are trimmed in semi-aniline premium natural leather with power adjustment and recline, lumbar support, massage function and climate controls. Furthermore, the comfort is boosted by a rear business table, machined from solid aluminium with piano black trim, powers into position at the touch of a button. That’s not all, the rear passengers also get a pair of bespoke champagne flutes in a dedicated storage area beneath the powered table and a champagne chiller between the rear seats cools the bottle to the perfect temperature and automatically presents it when the cabinet is opened. Each rear-seat passenger is provided with an iPad® and keyboard, housed and charged in dedicated leather-trimmed docks in the rear of the front seats.

Other highlights for the interior include a full-length, leather-trimmed centre console features phosphor blue accent lighting and stowage areas to extend the car’s business usability, a 15-channel, 20-speaker surround sound system engineered specifically for the XJ by British audio specialists Meridian and exclusive interior finishes including Herringbone veneer, machined aluminium and bespoke LED lighting.

The XJ Ultimate comes with new revised suspension optimizing the ride comfort.

The exterior boasts Celestial Black paint, discreet external detailing and badging differentiating the Ultimate from other XJ variants, a set of unique 20” Maroa forged alloy wheels featuring both technical grey and highly polished finishes.

The engine range includes the all-new 3.0-liter V6 supercharged petrol engine and the 5.0 liter V8 supercharged petrol. There will be also a diesel variant – 3.0 liter V6 turbocharged diesel. All engines are mated to the new 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox.

Source: Jaguar

April 23, 2012

2013 Jaguar F-Type Sports Car

Jaguar has just made some new announcements, regarding their confirmation about the beginning of the production of new sports car – the Jaguar F-TYPE.

These exciting news were announced at the New York auto, where it was revealed that after the positive reaction of the Jaguar C-X16 Concept (presented in September 2011), the brand decided to accelerated the development of an all-new Jaguar sports car.

The car will carry the name F-TYPE, and it will be unveiled in production form later this year.

Of course, there isn’t a second thought that at the core of the car will be its sporting heart. Jaguar is promising even more: the F-Type to have “heart” stronger than ever before!

What has been revealed in addition is that Jaguar professionals will use their industry-leading knowledge of all-aluminium construction and apply it to this vehicle. Furthermore, the F-TYPE will be launched as a convertible, and a strict two-seater. The main focus however will be put uncompromisingly on delivering driver reward.

Moreover, it is now know that there will be also a range of petrol engines available. It will include a new powerplant family and all will deliver stunning sports car performance.

The F-TYPE’s development is now on final on-road testing, and this means that several prototypes have been already built and now being tested.

The 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will join Jaguar’s existing range of cars – the XF saloon and Sportbrake, XJ saloon and XK coupe/convertible.

Full F-TYPE technical and range details will be announced later in 2012.

2013 Jaguar F-Type will go on sale in mid 2013.

Source: Jaguar

April 5, 2012

Jaguar XJ220 20 Years Later

It has been 20 years since the first XJ220 rolled out from it’s own factory in Bloxham and even by today’s standards it still is a masterpiece. In 1992, the fastest one could go was 213 mph, in an XJ 220. That threshold is a challenge for today’s M5.

Originally conceived as a concept car, designed by Keith Helfet, the XJ220 was showcased on the 1988 British Motor Show. It was the kind of concept that nobody believed that it would be built but an year later production was given a green light and the TWR company was appointed as a partner.

The XJ engineers started off with some goals and then set on to build the car that can meet them. The ideas back then were visionary, daring and some even sounding impossible – it had to be light, it had to be RWD and it had to do 220 mph (hence the name XJ220). The obvious thing to do to reach such heights in velocity was to throw in a gigantic engine and let it do its job. However, fitting a V12 proved tricky (mechanically) and also because of the emissions regulation there was no way for this car to be street legal and that powerful if it were with 12 cylinders. The next best thing was turbocharging – two massive Garrett T3 turbines were bolted on the modest 3.5 L, V 6 engine and the end result was just mesmerizing: 550 PS and 475 lbs ft of torque surging trough a 5-speed gearbox and space devouring 345/35 Bridgestones. Other highlights included the AP racing twin-plate clutch and AP disc brakes with four-pot callipers. They were a bit of a handful for the ordinary everyday driver for one had to be fairly built to operate them but it all worked as charm nevertheless.

Jaguar XJ220 (1993) — Jaguar XJ220 (1992)

Despite the positive reaction of various critics and motoring enthusiasts, the XJ was a commercial failure. Production ceased in 1994, by which time only 275 cars had been built. The price was a bit too steep (740 861 U.S. Dollars) and undoubtedly it was hard to live with.

The point of this car however, was to prove how with the apt engineers of Jaguar, there are no boundaries. The silver car in attendance at the recent Jaguar Experience Day held at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon is chassis 004, one of 10 pre-production vehicles. This example was used for extensive tyre and high speed testing at Fort Stockton, Texas, in 1991. Andy Wallace achieved a maximum speed of 213 mph in the car during the testing process.

The XJ220 S was another daring project which was basically built from scrap (Le Mans spare parts really). It had single-piece carbon fibre front and rear clamshells, tweaked suspension and a claimed power of 700 PS. Inside the otherwise luxurious trim was sacrificed for the sake of Kevlar bucket seats and carbon fibre panels. It was a true sporting breed. And today it is a classic on top of that.

Source: Jaguar

January 31, 2012

STARTECH Adds Caviar To An Already Seasoned Meal

STARTECH, which is a subsidiary to BRABUS (and we all know them), have been toying with the new Jaguar XJ and the results are rather sublime and tasteful.

The makeover is mainly cosmetic which includes a finely designed aerodynamic kit, bulky 21 inched forged rims and a custom made interior.

The XJ is already striking enough as it is, with that sloping, gentle roof line which seems as if it is blending with the taillights. So STARTECH has decided that it only needs a few alterations for the ultimate aesthetic nirvana. Now at the very end of the trunk, an elegant lip spoiler can be seen. All aerodynamic-enhancement components are manufactured in OEM quality.

The front of the car for example receives a minor addition (not a replacement) for the bumper. It is an curvy, meshed apron which reduces air-lift and with its constantly luminous LEDs one can say that improves day to day safety. The fenders are audaciously garnished with strikingly big air outlets on which one can spot the STARTECH logos (the first solid proof of the company’s involvement). At the opposite end of the side sills small elegant details, just before the rear wheel arches, finish the sporty look that has been started by the outlets. In turn the back end is garnished with a new fascia which houses a diffuser and two integrated panels with a typical STARTECH design. There can also be found the stainless-steel, company provided, rear mufflers.

2012 STARTECH Jaguar XJ — STARTECH Jaguar XJ (2011)

Since there is a lot of space under the wheel arches, STARTECH has gone the extra mile by fitting their Monostar J Diamond Edition wheels – three-piece forged monstrosities which come in sizes 9.0Jx21 and 10.5Jx21. They bare a mirror-polish shine with patches of titanium-look which complete the overall exterior of the Jag. Because of their lightness and durability and the extra wide tires on them (255/35 ZR 21 at the front and 295/30 ZR 21 at the back), they offer greater stability and control.

STARTECH also excels in different Alcantra and leather design. In this case, because of the XJ’s black exterior, they have gone for the cream-colored interior made from the soft and breathable Mastik type of leather.

The two independent seats at the back are electrically heated and the legroom in front of them is bathed in light which comes from the sides of the elegant, compartment riddled, center console.

More than 5 000 meters of thread has gone for the stitching of the seams on the dashboard, the leather flooring and the seat upholstery design. Great effort has been made by the STARTECH refinement team when it comes to the elaborate wood trim for the interior – Black, glossy polished piano wood was meticulously adorned by hand with ship-veneer-type inlays.

It is not all 19^th century appeal though. Inside there is an integrated Apple iPad docking station with a bluetooth keyboard for it. Internet is not a problem as well – A 20 MBit/s GSM modem provides a high-speed internet connection via EDGE, HSDPA or HSPA+ protocols. Several passengers can communicate online at any time using a WLAN network available in and around the car. This car is more of a command center than it is a vehicle – in times of war I think I’ll give STARTECH a call.

Source: STARTECH

December 14, 2011

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Vilner makes substantial interior changes to the 2005 Jaguar XJ