This rendering shows a future Jaguar C-Type cabrio based on the Jaguar XJ. The rendering takes on the design elements of the front of the XJ, with obvious changes to the rear to accommodate the cabrio vehicle. The idea is to produce a Jaguar roadster to compete with the likes of the Mercedes SLK and the Porsche Cayman, which will be positioned just below the XK in the Jaguar line-up.

Reports say that we are sure to see this Jaguar sometime soon, with a possible concept turning up in 2011. The C-Type could be equipped with a 5.0-litre V8, with a twin turbo diesel option also available. The renderings are well-done, with the rear distinctively sporty and compact, although while the front shows the lovely XJ, it may prove too bulky for this style of car.

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Sticking with the design theme, we take a look at the new Jaguar XJ, with these live pics of the XJ from Frankfurt. Aesthetically, it’s turning out to be so controversial that most of us are forgetting to underline its technical qualities.

The first and foremost is the extensive use of alluminium. This gives the XJ sedan a head start in lightness and agility compared to its competitors, coming in at approximately 150 kg lighter. This clearly also gives it supreme drive dynamics in a light but rigid car that should be a mix of responsiveness and a smooth ride.

The engine range is impressive, with a 5.0-litre petrol V8 with 350 hp, a V8 supercharged at 510 hp and a V6 diesel with 275 hp. We figure its performance is everything the car’s looks promise it will be. But then, that’s where the controversy kicks in. A ground breaking Jag is not to everyone’s taste, it seems.

Jaguar XJ live pics from Frankfurt

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Jaguar’s car configurator for the XJ is now online, in which you can choose from “14 body colours, 10 wheels, 11 veneers and 14 interior colour combinations”. Need some ideas? Check out the gallery of the Jaguar XJ presentation in London for a little British class and flair.

Jaguar XJ London presentation

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These complete shots of the Jaguar XJ show the 2010 model in Frost Blue Metallic, and with what I believe is truly an elegant, cat-like front end. The new colour is quite flattering to Jaguar’s updated design strategy and direction. See after the jump for the Jaguar XJ launch film, and complete gallery coming over the next few days.

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A Jaguar XJ coupè is in the making, with an XJC version already been sketched by Jaguar’s design team. The XJ coupè could feature a full length glass roof, 21-inch alloys, and the same high-tech interior of the XJ sedan.

The design is currently under the pencil of Ian Callum and his design team, who have reworked the Jaguar style over recent years to get back to a really classy look. The original Jaguar XJC was around between 1975 and 1978, and has become a classic car for Jaguar fans. For further details, and an interview with Ian Callum, see Sky Motoring News.

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Here’s another video teaser for the new Jaguar XJ, whose debut will take place this week on July 9th. This video is called “Driving Dynamics” and a few new aspects are revealed. Mike Cross, head engineer for the XJ, describes the innovation and project design for this new Jaguar. Stay tuned for the debut when we’ll bring you more details.

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These spy shots of the new Jaguar XJ were taken at the port of dover, and unfortunately don’t add much to what we already know of the car and its look. A few touch-ups have been done to the interior, but the heavy camouflage doesn’t reveal much at all.

The Jaguar XJ will debut on July 9th so we won’t have to wait long. These two examples were on the way to France for road tests and were photographed by a couple of fans who happened to be on the same ferry.

The camouflaged interior reveals the steering wheel style and some other elements inspired by the smaller Jaguar XF.

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The new Jaguar XJ will be offered with two eight litre engines: an aspirated and a supercharged version. It’s nothing surprising, but the top of 510 hp being offered only with the SV8 model. For now the R version will stay as is, but with a possible power increase in the future.

Auto Week has also revealed that the hybrid plug-in versin should debut on all the range’s models and in the not too distant future. The new Jaguar XJ will appear in July at the London motor show.

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The new Jaguar XJ has been out testing again and this shot from Autocar shows serious psychedelic camouflage to cover what will be a radically different rear end. The restyled XJ will be an impressive executive saloon, which will debut in London on July 9th.

The XJ will come equipped with two engine options: a twin turbo 3.0 litre diesel unit, or a 5.0 litre V8 with 510 hp. Short and long wheelbase versions will be launched together, and an added feature includes a panoramic glass roof.

Source | Autocar

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The new Jaguar XJ has been seen testing, in full BMW-style camouflage. The BMW style is not limited merely to the disguise, but can also be found at the front in the double grill look of the vehicle.

It’s still difficult to form an idea of the overall look that the next XJ will eventually take on, although we can make our judgments come 2010 with the appearance of the sedan on the market.

Some time ago though, Jaguar design head Ian Callum revealed that he was enchanted by the lines of the Mercedes CLS, although he added that the new XJ would not be based on the latter, maintaining a more traditional sedan look.

We should see quite a close relationship in terms of style, however, with the smaller Jaguar XF. The more solid look certainly reflects Jaguar’s recent efforts, and we should see this organic “family feeling” grow further among Jaguar models.

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Here are some more spy shots of the Jaguar XJ, to be presented in London on July 9th. The pics come from XJ testing on the Nurburgring track.

The first video teaser was presented at the Shanghai show, and showed dynamic lines, and a modern car inspired by the smaller XF. It also showed some of the first details of the car, with components made from alluminium.

The innovation on the chassis will also be matched by a new 3.0 litre V6 turbodiesel developed by Peugeot-Citroen under the bonnet. This engine has 275 hp, and will join the 5.0 litre V8 model with 385 hp, and the supercharged version at 510 hp. We could even see a hybrid plug-in version in future.

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Auto Express has created this rendering of the new Jaguar XJ, with some features similar to the Maserati Quattroporte, and plenty of elements borrowed from the XF. We’re hoping for a more personal touch, and some further differentiation from its sister model.

The front is likely to have a different grill and headlights, though the rear will probably adopt the semi circle lights of the previous generations. The roof should take on more sloping lines, creating a different style angle.

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