New Jaguar XJ Stars With Catwoman

IRVINE, Calif., July 23 -- The cat is out of the bag -- Catwoman has found her purr-fect driving partner in Jaguar's new XJ sedan.

In Warner Bros. Pictures' highly anticipated Catwoman, opening in theaters today, the feline fatale comes face to face with a very different kind of cat -- the new supercharged Jaguar XJR.

During one scene, Catwoman leaps down off a building, landing on the road directly in front of the new 390-horsepower, high-performance XJR. When Catwoman turns, she comes face to face with the XJR's hood-mounted leaping Jaguar. She then slides down the side of the car, ejects the driver from behind the wheel, climbs in and drives away.

"Catwoman, is sexy, stylish and agile, just like the new Jaguar XJ, making the vehicle a perfect fit for the film," said George Ayres, Vice President, Marketing for Jaguar North America.

Jaguar is currently using the movie clip in its upcoming TV and print advertising, in the recently launched 'Unleash A Jaguar' marketing campaign.

Earlier this week, Catwoman director Pitof and talent from the film got to experience the purr of the Jaguar XJ -- this time from the comfort of the rear seat. For the exclusive Catwoman Hollywood premiere, they arrived in style in several Jaguars, including the ultra-sophisticated Concept Eight long-wheelbase XJ unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show.

Concept Eight -- a one-off design exercise based on the upcoming long-wheelbase XJ Super V8 -- comes with such luxury features as reclining rear seats, an 860-watt/14-speaker stereo system, red neon interior lighting, and one-piece, full-length glass sunroof.

About the Jaguar XJ

The all-new XJ sedan is the most technically advanced car ever built by Jaguar. Under the skin, it features a monocoque body structure made entirely of lightweight aluminum that is riveted and bonded for exceptional strength and rigidity.

The new XJ is powered by a choice of normally aspirated or supercharged 4.2-liter V8s coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission.

The XJ Long Wheelbase, boasting 4.5 inches more rear knee room than the standard wheelbase XJ and unsurpassed headroom, goes on sale in September.

From its beginning as a manufacturer of motorcycle sidecars in 1922, Jaguar Cars has grown to become one of the world's premier manufacturers of luxury sedans and sports cars and with that, one of the most recognized commercial brands. The company's vision is simple: To produce beautiful fast cars that are desired the world over. The company operates three manufacturing plants in the United Kingdom and is fully engaged in environmental programs, community work and brand awareness exercises such as motor sport.

Jaguar offers a four-model range of luxury sedans and sports cars packed with fully competitive technology and safety systems wrapped up in stylish bodies. The X-TYPE premium compact sedan is the company's first all-wheel drive model combining unmistakable Jaguar looks in an affordable, sporting package. Entry to the Jaguar range via the X-TYPE costs less than $30,000.

Jaguar's mid-size luxury sedan is the S-TYPE distinguished by styling reminiscent of the original Mark 2 and S-type sedans. Positioned above the X-Type in size and price S-TYPE ownership begins at less than $45,000. The flagship XJ sedan has been the cornerstone of the marque since 1968 and is the definitive Jaguar. The 2005 XJ is the most technologically advanced car the company has ever built, using aircraft-style aluminum construction for lightness and strength. It is also the longest and most spacious Jaguar offering a selection of long wheelbase derivatives in the range. The XJ range starts at less than $62,000. The XK series, including the XK8 and XKR coupes and convertibles are Jaguar's sports cars. They combine high performance with luxurious interiors and grand touring capability. Pricing begins at just over $70,000.