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So what nuggets of information can we share with you? Well, power can come either a 340hp 3.0-litre supercharged V6, which is good for 0-100kph in just 5.1s and an electronically limited 260kph speed. Splash the cash a little though and you could roll out the showroom with either a 380hp V6 S (0-100kph in 4.8s, and capable of 275kph) or a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 (4.2s, 300kph) bolted down under the bonnet, each of which works in conjunction with an eight-speed ‘quickshift’ automatic transmission.
And since we’re talking speeds, the roof folds down in just 12s. In a somewhat unorthodox drag race, the F-Type could well be the bookie’s favourite.
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Designed for life on the twisties, the new roadster is front-engined and rear-wheel drive, and boasts Jaguar’s innovative lightweight aluminium architecture. The structure, which also incorporates double-wishbone aluminium suspension front and rear, means good weight distribution across the shortened wheelbase.
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And that’s just the first relief bundle to have been dropped by our man on the ground in Paris. Phil still has several large exhibition halls to wander around, several days worth of events to plough through, and a stout Canon memory card to fill.
Don’t go too far…
Jaguar F-Type | |
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Engine: | Supercharged V8 / 5000cc |
Power: | 495hp @ 6500rpm |
Torque: | 460lb ft @ 25000-5500rpm |
Transmission: | Eight-speed 'Quickshift' / rear-wheel drive |
Front suspension: | All-aluminium double wishbone |
Rear suspension: | All-aluminium double wishbone |
Wheels: | 20in front and rear |
Weight: | 1665kg |
Power-to-weight: | 292hp/ton |
0-100kph: | 4.3 sec |
Top speed: | 300kph |