Jaguar Shows Expanded 2005 X-Type Line at California International Auto Show
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All-New Jaguar X-TYPE Sportwagon Joins a Wider Choice of Sedans Including the Athletic Sport and Luxurious VDP Edition
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 27 -- Jaguar North America has introduced a broader 2005 X-TYPE range at the California International Auto Show in Anaheim, Calif. today.
Jaguar's best-selling, all-wheel-drive X-TYPE premium compact range leaps into the 2005 model year with four distinctive models equipped to appeal to a wider range of customers -- the new for 2005 Sportwagon, new for 2005 3.0 Sport and new for 2005 VDP Edition.
X-TYPE Sportwagon
Jaguar North America introduced its first-ever production wagon into the Jaguar family and the X-TYPE line -- the Jaguar X-TYPE Sportwagon. Designed for style-conscious buyers with an active lifestyle and a greater need for versatility, the new Sportwagon offers enhanced functionality without compromising Jaguar style and driving dynamics. The X-TYPE Sportwagon is completely redesigned from the B-pillars back resulting in lines that are long and striking. The Sportwagon is the ultimate in chic practicality with cavernous cargo capacity and an impressive list of standard features including permanent Traction-4 all-wheel drive and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC). The Sportwagon comes with Jaguar's refined and powerful 3.0-liter 227bhp V6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission for an MSRP starting at $36,995.
Sportwagon Highlights
* Cargo capacity of a wagon with sedan handling
* Tailgate with independently opening rear window
* Four spring-loaded D-ring luggage tie-downs in rear load area
* Silver roof rails fitted for adjustable carrying systems
* Luggage cover
* Cargo compartment storage net
* Hidden storage compartment with 12-volt power supply and detachable
side storage doors
* Standard Traction-4(TM) all-wheel drive
* 17-inch 'Cayman' alloy wheels with all-season tires
X-TYPE 3.0
The X-TYPE 3.0 sedan remains at the heart of the range as the volume-selling model and the base for the creation of two new editions -- the Sport and VDP. For 2005, the 3.0 offers customers even more choice with a new package structure that allows buyers to select the features they want without paying for those they don't. The entry into the Jaguar family, the X-TYPE is the only premium compact sedan in its class to offer standard all-wheel drive for all-weather performance. The 3.0 is competitively priced and comes nicely equipped with an MSRP starting at $34,995.
3.0 Highlights
* 3.0-liter, 227bhp (SAE) AJ-V6 engine
* Five-speed automatic transmission
* 17-inch 'Cayman' alloy wheels with all season tires
* Standard Traction-4(TM) all-wheel drive
* Variable ratio steering
* Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
* Bronze Sapele wood interior on gear surround
* Leather seating surfaces
* Wood and leather steering wheel
* Automatic climate control
* Six-speaker, 120-watt AM/FM audio system with CD player
* Power door locks, power windows with one touch up/down, eight-way power
driver's seat
* Dual front driver and passenger, thorax, side curtain and driver's knee
bolster airbags
* One touch power tilt/slide moonroof
* Auto-headlamps
* Electrochromatic interior mirror
X-TYPE Sport
For those that prefer the sedan bodystyle yet crave sporty performance and athletic looks, the 2005 X-TYPE Sport is the ideal match. The 3.0-liter Sport features a more aggressive and contemporary design for 2005 to match its performance-oriented features, including sport-tuned suspension, new deeper front spoiler and rear bumper plus sleek side sill extensions. Inside, the available options of a racy carbon fiber fascia trim can be specified as well as contemporary Alcantara(TM) seat fabric. These visual enhancements give the X-TYPE 3.0 Sport extra curb appeal and, priced at $37,945, the 3.0 Sport is just $2,950 more the standard 3.0 X-TYPE sedan.
Sport Highlights
* 18-inch 'Aruba' alloy wheels with Pirelli PZero 'Nero' performance
tires
* Lower front and rear bumpers
* Black upper mesh grille and lower infill mesh grille
* Lower side sills
* Sport-tuned suspension
* Five-speed manual transmission as a no-cost option
* Sports seats with perforated leather center sections
* Full leather steering wheel
* Standard Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Emergency Brake Assist
(EBA)
* Optional 18-inch Melbourne wheels with Pirelli Pzero 'Nero' performance
tires
* 17-inch 'Aguila' wheels with all-season tires as a no-cost option
* Optional genuine carbon fiber trim on fascia and gear surround sporty
* Alcantara(TM) seating surfaces and door panels
X-TYPE VDP Edition
The third new X-TYPE model added to the 2005 range is the VDP Edition. A response to customer requests for more luxury features in their X-TYPEs, the VDP joins the range at a price just $3,750 more than the 3.0 X-TYPE sedan -- $38,745. Some of the many standard features in the VDP include a premium sound system, dual-stage heated front seats, rain-sensing windshield wipers, a rich burl walnut veneer interior trim and more.
VDP Edition Highlights
* 17-inch 10-spoke 'Andros' wheels with all season tires
* Chrome door mirror caps
* Memory function on driver's seat and door mirrors
* Rain-sensing windshield wipers
* 320-watt Alpine Premium sound system with 10 speakers and in-dash CD
player
* Burl walnut veneer trim
* Leather seats with color-contrasting piping on seating surfaces and
head restraints
* Heated front seats
* Eight-way power front passenger seats
* Two-way power lumbar support on both front seats
* Programmable garage door opener
* Message center and trip computer
Quality, Dependability and APEAL
In 2004, Jaguar became the highest ranked European luxury carmaker in America, placing third overall in J.D. Power's 2004 Initial Quality Survey and demonstrating Jaguar's on-going commitment to improve quality. For the X-TYPE this study was particularly rewarding because, since its launch in 2001, the X-TYPE has improved 32 percent in Initial Quality. In the last year alone, the X-TYPE initial quality improved 13 percent over the previous year's model.
Jaguar was also recently recognized in the latest J.D. Power and Associates APEAL (Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout) Study, showing significant improvement. Jaguar was one of two brands to achieve the greatest improvement among the luxury nameplates surveyed, rising in the ranking by three places, from eighth in 2003 to fifth in 2004. The APEAL Study, which measures owner delight with the design, content, layout and performance of their new vehicles, suggests Jaguar is able to build beautiful cars packed with intuitive technologies that are easy for the customer to use.
Safety
Safety continues to be a top priority for Jaguar and the X-TYPE is no exception having performed well in all federally required crash tests. The X-TYPE meets or exceeds all current legislative requirements and in addition, has achieved 'Best Pick' status from the independent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in its frontal crash test scenario. Also, last year X-TYPE went through the federal National Highway Transport and Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) side impact crash test, and achieved an excellent 'Four Star' rating.
Philosophically, Jaguar builds cars that aid in avoiding accidents, so the X-TYPE is equipped with an array of standard 'active' safety equipment including Traction-4(TM) all-wheel drive and four-wheel, anti-lock disc brakes with Electronic Brake force distribution as well as optional Dynamic Stability Control. When accidents do occur, Jaguar X-TYPE passengers are protected by the standard passive safety features: dual front airbags with front occupant position sensing system, thorax and side curtain airbags, driver's side inflatable knee bolster airbag, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, collapsible steering column and foot pedals, anti-submarining front seats, side impact intrusion bars in the doors and front seatbelts pretensioners with load limiters.
X-TYPE -- A True Jaguar
The X-TYPE is the entry vehicle into the Jaguar family, with all the style, sophistication and luxurious amenities the marque is known for combined with an attractive price point. For 2005, the new package structure and comprehensive Sport and VDP Edition feature collections broaden the appeal of the X-TYPE sedan, while the Sportwagon reaches an entirely new audience in need of more functionality but unwilling to compromise driving dynamics, performance or style.
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 just over $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.