Gearhead Picks From Paris – Jaguar XKR-S

First they had the XK. Then came the hot version, the XK-R. And now this, the XKR-S. What next? An XKRS-R of course. Jokes apart this is the fastest Jaguar since the XJ220.


Company claims a 0 – 100 in 5.2 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 280 kmph. Now that is fast. Suspension is upgraded with new springs, dampers and anti roll bars. The CATS (Computer Active Suspension Technology) get recalibrated for better ride and handling.

Braking duties are handled by Alcon R Performance brakes with 400 mm discs up front and 350 mm at the rear, both grabbed by red monobloc six piston callipers. With the kind of top speed it boasts of, anything smaller wouldn’t have cut it.

Exterior changes include revised front air-splitter, side sill extensions, new rear spoiler and bumper with a new diffuser. Wheels are 20 inch Vortex alloys. The car is available only in black with contrasting finish to grille, sills, wheels and vents. Transmission is six speed sequential shift box with paddles behind the steering.

The car goes on sale soon with the run being limited to just 200 units in both left and right hand drive meant only for Europe.