Jaguar introduces to the world its brand new XF Sportbrake at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, a station wagon version of the XF that measures 4.96 meters in length and is 70 kg heavier than its saloon counterpart. The model boasts a very elegant and streamlined design that uses a very stylish solution for the C-pillar, whose presence is hidden by a gloss matt finishing that makes it almost invisible. This solution also emphasizes the chrome outline of the glazing, while the rear end gets an extra touch of modernity thanks to the LED technology adopted for the tail lights.

The capacity of its trunk varies from 550 to 1,675 litres (with the rear bench folded). The model will make its debut on the market with an engine line-up made of diesel options only: a 2.2-litre delivering 190 hp and a 3.0 V6 available in two power steps: 240 and 275 hp (for the ‘S’ version). Later on another unit will join the fold in the form of a 5.0-litre V8 producing 510 hp (for the “R” version), that will sit at top of the range.

Making is European debut at the Swiss event is also the beautiful XKR-S Cabriolet, which comes with specifically developed aerodynamics, dedicated set-up, carbon fibre trim, electronically adjustable sports seats and 20″ alloy wheels fitted with 255/35 and 295/30 tyres. This model is powered by a 5.0-litre V8 with volumetric supercharger that produces an output of 550 hp, making it the fastest Convertible GT model ever produced by the British manufacturer. The XKR-S Cabriolet can go from standstill to 100 km/h (96 mph) in just 4.4 seconds, with a self-imposed toop speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). The model uses a 6-speed automatic transmission with an electronically controlled limited slip differential and weighs only 1795 kg, thanks to the large use of aluminum for its chassis. Also on display at the Jaguar booth in Geneva is the XK Artisan SE, a new E-segment model that will be marketed in the U.K. only. Check the whole lot out in our exclusive photo gallery.

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Jaguar releases yet another image (or Christmas card) of the same XF Sportbrake mule we have seen a while ago, still wearing some heavy camouflage on the rear half in an attempt to hide the newly designed rear end, which is likely to feature re-designed tail lights and a customized hatch. The front end will benefit from the recent restyling of the Jaguar XF range, while the powertrain should be left untouched too.

The engine range of the XF should also be the same: 4 and 6-cylinder diesel units as well as 8-cylinder petrol engines, including the 510 hp version of the XFR. Apparently, the XF Sportbrake should be officially unveiled at the next Geneva Motor Show.

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Jaguar released a couple of spy shots (although this might not be the proper name for these images, given the source) picturing a mule of the Jaguar XF Sportbrake. The move comes as a sort of official confirmation that a station wagon version of the XF is actually in the plans of the British carmaker. The model is expected to make its debut at the next Geneva Motor Show and will take on the likes of Bmw 5-Series and Mercedes E-Class in a segment that often sees estate cars sell more than the sedan models they derives from.

Jaguar XF SportBrake is already the definitive name of the car (as sported on the sides of the pictured mule) which is likely to adopt the same engine range of its saloon counterpart, featuring both diesel and petrol units with 4, 6 and 8 cylinders, although it is fair to say that a sporty version based on the XFR and equipped the same turbocharged 5.0-litre V8 engine is quite likely to surface as well at a later time. Judging by these two shots, the design of the car seems to be pretty slim, with front headlights shaped as the saloon version.

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