Jaguar presents at the Los Angeles Auto Show the XKR-S Cabriolet, a convertible variation of the XKR-S. In comparison to the old XK, the model boasts the same differences of the coupe version it derives from, meaning new aerodynamics, dedicated setting, 20″ alloys (fitted with 255/35 and 295/30 tyres) carbon fibre inserts in the cabin with electronically adjustable racing seats and, especially, the new supercharged 5.0-litre V8 engine delivering 550 hp and 680 Nm of torque. With a limited top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph) and a 0-100 km/h (62 mph) sprint time of 4.4 seconds, the XKR-S Cabriolet is the fastest convertible model ever produced by Jaguar. The car uses a 6-speed automatic transmission, limited slip differential and (thanks to the intensive use of aluminum) weighs only 1,795 kg.

In order to handle all this power, the frame has been strengthened in the rear suspension area - which is different from the XKR-S Coupe - so that torsional stiffness can reach 16.500 Nm/Rad, which is an excellent value for this type of car. At the moment there is no information about price and availability of this model, which will be revealed to the European public ant the next Geneva Motor Show in March 2012.

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