Jaguar XJ 2019 model year - Technical Press Kit

• Jaguar celebrates half a century of XJ luxury saloon production with special XJ50 model
• Powered by a choice of 3.0-litre petrol and diesel engines and available in both standard and long-wheelbase
• Anniversary edition features exclusive exterior design elements including unique badging and distinctive 20-inch alloy wheels
• Key interior design additions include illuminated branded treadplates, Leaper embossed headrests, exclusive embossed armrest and XJ50 badging
• New 2019 model year Jaguar XJ goes on sale from mid-2018

Whitley, UK, 25 April 2018 – Jaguar is celebrating 50 years of the XJ luxury saloon with the introduction of the XJ50 anniversary edition. Featuring exclusive interior and exterior design details and a choice of powerful engines, the XJ50 is a fitting tribute to Jaguar's iconic luxury sports saloon.

The XJ was launched in 1968 and has been the choice of celebrities, politicians and the British royal family for five decades. Aside from its regular appearances at regal events and official appointments, the XJ has established a reputation as a serenely refined and comfortable luxury car.  

To celebrate this landmark the XJ50 introduces a series of exclusive exterior design elements including unique front and rear badging, Autobiography style front and rear bumpers, a gloss black front grille and 20-inch alloy wheels with a unique finish. Customers also get a choice of four exterior colours; Fuji White, Santorini Black, Loire Blue and Rosello Red.

"The XJ is the ultimate expression of saloon car luxury and refinement and has been for half a century. We couldn't let such a landmark pass without recognising 50 years of Jaguar comfort and performance and the XJ50 is as desirable as it is understated. From its soft-grain leather upholstery to its distinctive alloy wheels, the enhancements are designed to showcase its traditional strengths – its unmistakable presence, trademark refinement and engaging driving dynamics. 
Ian Callum, Jaguar Director of Design

The unique design touches continue inside, highlighting the saloon's exceptional comfort, where soft grain diamond-quilted leather seats feature a headrest embossed with the Jaguar leaper. An XJ50 intaglio features alongside the embossed XJ50 logo in the centre armrest and additional badging can be found on the illuminated treadplates. Bright metal pedals enhance the car's performance character.

The unique model is powered by a choice of 250kW 3.0-litre V6 petrol or 221kW 3.0-litre diesel powerplants. These engines provide dynamic performance with 0-100km/h times of 5.9 seconds and 6.2 seconds respectively.

The XJ50 is available in both standard and long-wheelbase derivatives, so whether customers plan to drive themselves or recline in comfort, there is an XJ50 for them.

Jaguar XJ 2019 MODEL YEAR FULL PRESS KIT

AT A GLANCE

• The XJ reaffirms its status as the most dynamic, distinctive luxury saloon
• Anniversary edition XJ50 and high performance XJR575 available alongside XJ Premium Luxury, Portfolio, R-Sport and top-of-the-range Autobiography models
• XJ50 celebrates five decades of the flagship XJ luxury saloon and features a selection of unique exterior and interior design elements
• Bold exterior design includes full LED headlights and unique double 'J-Blade signature' daytime running lights
• Powerful 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine delivers 221kW/700Nm with CO2 emissions of 185g/km
• Performance flagship XJR575 delivers 423kW and 700Nm for seamless acceleration from its supercharged 5.0-litre V8 engine
• Touch Pro infotainment offers door-to-door navigation.
• 10-inch central touchscreen features high-quality graphics and intuitive user interface           
• Reconfigurable 12.3-inch Interactive Driver Display offers full-screen navigation
• All-Surface Progress Control enhances traction on low-friction surfaces such as snow and ice – all the driver has to do is steer
• Black Pack options for subtly enhanced exterior styling
• Suite of advanced Driver Assistance systems including Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist, Reverse Traffic Detection, Blind Spot Monitoring, 360-degree Surround Camera System and semi-automated bay and parallel parking

** Market-specific - please check your local market for engine availability

Summary
The XJ is the pinnacle of Jaguar's saloon car line-up. The luxury sports saloon delivers an unrivalled combination of Jaguar design and driving dynamics along with the ultimate in luxury refinement for drivers and passengers.

As part of the 2019 model year updates, Jaguar is marking 50 years since the introduction of the iconic saloon with a unique XJ50 anniversary model featuring exclusive interior and exterior enhancements and a choice of Jaguar's advanced engines.

Available in short and long-wheelbase, drivers can choose between the refined 250kW 3.0-litre V6 petrol or powerful 221kW 3.0-litre diesel powerplants. These engines provide dynamic performance with 0-100km/h times of 5.9 seconds  and 6.2 seconds  respectively.

Unique exterior design elements for the XJ50 includes Autobiography-style front and rear bumpers. These mark the anniversary edition out alongside purposeful new 20-inch Venom wheels, a black front grille and unique badging to the rear and side vents. The anniversary vehicle comes in a choice of Fuji White, Santorini Black, Loire Blue and Rosello Red.  

The luxurious cabin features soft grain diamond-sewn seats featuring an embossed leaper in the headrests and a debossed XJ50 logo on the centre armrest. Further unique anniversary edition details include intaglio branding and XJ50-badged illuminated treadplates, alongside anodised gearshift paddles and bright metal pedals.

The authoritative yet elegant design is formed around Jaguar's aluminium-intensive architecture. Its low-slung coupe-like stance, precise lines and carefully judged proportions ensure it is instantly recognisable as a Jaguar from any angle.

Inside, customers experience a perfect combination of intricate handmade details and beautifully crafted materials such as soft-grain leather and inlay veneers alongside advanced technology. Rear occupants benefit from over a metre of legroom in long wheelbase models.

"The Jaguar XJ is the largest model in our saloon car line-up and retains the physical presence and graceful design customers expect from a Jaguar flagship. Anyone who sees this car immediately knows it is both great to drive and to sit in. The intricate details inside and out give owners and passengers the feeling that they are in the presence of something truly special."
Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar

Creating a dynamic and refined driving experience has always been key to the Jaguar XJ's appeal. Advanced Adaptive Dynamics dampers adjust to suit the conditions and driving style by monitoring the car up to 500 times a second. Analysing acceleration, cornering, throttle and brake pedal activity, and working alongside the air suspension system, the intelligent set-up improves body control in dynamic driving without compromising ride comfort.

Jaguar's leadership in steering feel and vehicle dynamics is enhanced by the application of electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) . This set-up also underpins a range of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) including Lane Keep Assist, Driver Condition Monitor and bay and parallel Park Assist.

The vehicle's ability is also outstanding  with All-Surface Progress Control (ASPC) coming into its own in low-grip conditions.

Developed for low-speed driving in adverse conditions, ASPC automatically manages the brakes and throttle to deliver the best possible traction, ensuring the vehicle is able to pull away smoothly and without drama: all the driver has to do is steer. ASPC is fitted to all automatic models and operates between 3.6km/h  and 30km/h  with the driver using the cruise control switches to select and maintain the desired speed.

"Our flagship saloon is more dynamic and distinctive than ever. We've engineered the XJ to deliver even greater levels of luxury and performance. Featuring our world-class Touch Pro infotainment system, luxurious interior materials and finishes which create an even more bespoke feel, and our powerful petrol and diesel engines, the XJ rewards drivers and passengers like no other luxury car."
Erol Mustafa, Chief Product Engineer, Jaguar XJ

Matching the tradition and craftsmanship of the Jaguar XJ is a raft of state-of-the-art technology, including the seamless and intuitive Touch Pro infotainment system and Connect Pro package which keep the XJ connected to the world. The intuitive technologies provides features such as door-to-door navigation, 4G Wi-Fi and a 1,300W MeridianTM Sound System. This can all be accessed through the 10-inch central touchscreen with smartphone-like usability for greater ease-of-use.

Touch Pro features a high-performance quad-core processor and runs on state-of-the-art, ultra-fast ethernet, and a network technology that offers exceptional data transfer rates. Combined, they deliver incredible graphics and fast response times.

The latest in stereo camera technology enables a number of intelligent safety features such as Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist systems. Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist takes the stress out of motorway driving in stop-go traffic by tracking the vehicle in front, at a safe distance.

Range summary
The XJ range consists of:

• XJ Premium Luxury
• XJ Portfolio
• XJ R-Sport
• XJR575
• XJ Autobiography
• XJ50

The powertrain range consists of:

Diesel

• 221kW 3.0-litre V6 diesel automatic RWD

Petrol

• 250kW 3.0-litre V6 supercharged petrol automatic RWD
• 375kW 5.0-litre V8 supercharged petrol automatic RWD
• 423kW 5.0-litre V8 supercharged petrol automatic RWD

The XJ is manufactured at Jaguar Land Rover's Castle Bromwich plant, alongside the F-TYPE sports car, XF sports saloon, XF Sportbrake and XE sports saloon.

NOTE:
Please check your local market for model range and engine availability as they vary by market

DESIGN
Sitting at the pinnacle of Jaguar's saloon car range, the XJ's commanding and sophisticated design represents the ultimate opulent luxury and sporting vehicle dynamics.

"The Jaguar XJ has a number of roles to fulfil. It must remain exciting to drive but also be incredibly compliant and comfortable. This all starts with the way the vehicle looks. Our advanced Lightweight Aluminium Architecture means we are able to create a vehicle that has an authoritative yet elegant stance. Inside, absolute precision is a prerequisite – exceptional craftsmanship ensures all occupants experience the feeling of ultimate luxury and refinement."
Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar

The Jaguar XJ's dynamic shape is the result of exhaustive computational modelling in which designers and engineers have worked side-by-side to ensure that aesthetics and aerodynamics work in harmony.

Starting at the front of the vehicle, the upright grille with mesh detail framed by Jaguar's unique 'J-Blade' daytime running light design creates an assertive stance. In profile, the distinctive chrome accent of the daylight opening emphasises the XJ's pure and elongated form while the taut waistline accentuates the vehicle's low stance and commanding presence.

This elegant but powerful design focus continues through the body of the vehicle to the strong rear end design. Finishing touches at the rear include elliptical tailpipes and LED tail lights incorporating a distinctive pinstripe graphic that delivers a crisp and clear ribbon of light, further projecting the luxurious look and feel of the Jaguar XJ.

Jaguar's commitment to its lightweight all-aluminium construction reinforces the precise and pure lines of the XJ exterior. With fewer joints and welds than traditional methods, it is also key to the luxury saloon's dynamic performance, fuel economy and refinement.

The new XJ50 anniversary edition, for 2019 model year, introduces a series of exclusive exterior and interior details. Unique front and rear badging and distinctive 20-inch alloy wheels in a unique finish feature on the outside, along with Autobiography style front and rear bumpers with a black front grille and choice of Fuji White, Santorini Black, Loire Blue and Rosello Red exterior colours.

Inside, the seats feature soft grain diamond-quilted leather with an embossed leaper headrest. An XJ50 intaglio is mounted on the lower door and dashboard along with an embossed XJ50 logo on the centre armrest. Additional XJ50 badging can be found on the illuminated treadplates while bright metal pedals bring out the XJ's performance character.

For a more enhanced dynamic appearance of the Jaguar XJ, there is the XJR575. A number of unique exterior design elements set it apart from the rest of the range. These include two exclusive exterior paint colours, Satin Corris Grey and Velocity Blue, created by Jaguar Land Rover's Special Vehicle Operations division.

Further exterior enhancements include a revised rear spoiler, side sills, front bumper, splitter and lower air intakes featuring Gloss Black surrounds. Distinctive XJR575 exterior badging also helps to mark the vehicle out, while 20-inch Farallon gloss-black wheels with red painted brake callipers give it a final dramatic flourish. The XJR575 is available only in standard-wheelbase.

Eye-catching Adaptive LED headlights accentuate the 'quad lamp' design feature that Jaguar sporting sedans have made their own. They are further enhanced with Adaptive Front-lighting System and static bend lamp functions, and auto high beam-assist. LED headlights are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle and are more fuel-efficient as they use less energy. The quality of light produced is closer to daylight conditions, so driving at night becomes less tiring.

Twin 'J-Blade signature' daytime running lights ensure the XJ is recognisable as a Jaguar. The white light instantly and seamlessly changes to orange when the direction indicator is operated. The LED rear lights feature a J-signature tail and position light graphic.

First-class cabin: Space, luxury and refinement

The cabin of the XJ blends elegant, contemporary design with the comfort, luxury and unmistakable sporting style of a Jaguar. Both standard and long-wheelbase (LWB) models are available, with the latter offering an even more sumptuous and refined experience for rear-seat passengers

The exceptional crafted feeling that is now synonymous with Jaguar, and the XJ in particular, is evident throughout. Handcrafted veneer runs around the cabin, emphasising the sense of space, while the layered instrument panel, complete with Jaguar signature 'Riva Hoop', continues into the door panel, creating a unique atmosphere. Jaguar's sporting character is visible in the controls and architecture surrounding the driver, with a finely crafted leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel providing a rewardingly tactile touch point.

A full-width panoramic roof guarantees a light-filled cabin, enhancing the sensation of space. The heat-reflective glass roof sweeps to the full rear of the vehicle and above the rear seats, flooding the interior with natural light. This adds to the spacious feeling of the interior but effective tinting techniques ensure the cabin remains private while simultaneously minimising solar gain.

Attention to detail is a hallmark of the XJR575's sporting design and contemporary luxury. For even greater comfort, the sport seats feature adjustable bolsters for enhanced lateral support during cornering while the diamond-quilted upholstery has embroidered 575 branding. A dashboard intaglio also has 575 branding and unique XJR575 front and rear treadplates are fitted.

The rear passenger compartment of the LWB models includes two individual 'airline style' reclining seats featuring cushion and squab adjustment, three massage programs (wave/rolling, lumbar and shoulder), lumbar adjustment and two memory settings for the ultimate relaxation on long journeys. The rear seat home positioning setting returns each seat to its rest position at the touch of a button on the door panel, easing entry and exit.

The centre armrest, which can be stowed in the upright position to allow the use of the centre seat, houses all the seat controls as well as the Front Seat Activation button, which gives rear passengers control of the front passenger seat position.

Through the use of the central infotainment touchscreen, any one of the four electric seats can be selected and then fully controlled via the driver's seat switches. The rear seats can be returned to their home position by the use of the touchscreen and driver's memory buttons, and can also be programmed to return to their home position on rear door opening for ease of entry and exit.

Rear-seat passengers are provided with a wide range of entertainment features. The Rear Seat Entertainment package comprises two 10.2-inch high-resolution screens mounted on the back of the front seat headrests. These can display inputs from a number of sources; the DVD player, digital TV tuner or an external media player that can be synchronised through the Rear Media Interface, which provides USB, HDMI and MHL connections. Audio can be transmitted through the wireless headphones, allowing each passenger to watch separate entertainment sources. The rear seat environment, including the entertainment, is managed by a wireless controller housed in the centre console, which also allows passengers to fine-tune their individual climate zones and seat heating and cooling functions.

The palette of materials for the interior underlines the XJ's luxurious feel. This includes bond grain, soft grain and semi-aniline leathers, and a wide choice of veneers including Piano Black, Carbon Fibre, Gloss Burr Walnut, Gloss Rich Oak, Gloss Rich Oak with linear laser inlay and Gloss Figured Ebony.

Powertrain

Performance, refinement and efficiency: the 3.0-litre V6 diesel features a host of advanced technologies designed to boost output and reduce emissions. This outstanding engine develops an extraordinary 700Nm, powers the XJ from 0-100km/h in just 6.2 seconds  and returns CO2 emissions from 185g/km.

The XJ's sense of effortless performance is maintained by the latest-generation of Jaguar's V6 diesel. Smoother and quieter than ever, this powertrain features sophisticated common rail injection and turbocharging systems, delivering power and torque of 221kW and 700Nm respectively.

Eight-hole piezo injectors deliver fuel into the combustion chambers with precision and control, while maximum injection pressure of 2,000bar ensures even better mixture formation. All of this leads to excellent fuel consumption of 7.0l/100km.

The innovative parallel-sequential turbo system features more aerodynamically-efficient turbochargers, while the primary turbo features highly-advanced ceramic ball bearing technology: the reduced friction means superior launch performance and transient response as torque builds up even more rapidly than before.

Further technology highlights include a switchable coolant pump and dual-stage oil pump, which ensure faster warm-up and reduced parasitic losses. And the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system features a cooled low-pressure circuit in addition to the high-pressure circuit: this enables inherently low emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) as well as reduced pumping losses across a wider range of the engine's operating map.

Complementing the EGR system is a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system. Injecting a urea solution upstream of a highly efficient SCR catalyst converts NOx into nitrogen and water, ensuring that the XJ meets Euro 6 exhaust emissions regulations.

The petrol engines: Powerful and refined

The XJ also offers the familiar range of all-aluminium V6 and V8 petrol engines. All feature direct injection, variable valve timing, forced induction and intelligent stop-start systems to deliver high performance.

The 3.0-litre supercharged V6 develops 250kW/450Nm. Characterised by its linear power delivery and free-revving nature, this remarkable engine also produces a unique soundtrack thanks to meticulously tuned intake and exhaust systems.

The flagship engine option remains Jaguar's iconic the 5.0-litre supercharged V8. This engine produces 423kWPS and 700Nm of torque in the new XJR575 performance flagship, enough for a 0-100km/h time of 4.4 seconds  and a top speed of 300km/h . This engine is also available in  a 375kW/625Nm configuration, to deliver all of the performance promised by the XJ's dynamic design.

Selecting the best: Eight-speed automatic transmissions

All powertrains feature a specifically optimised eight-speed automatic ZF transmission. Each has been developed to provide the perfect balance of unrivalled launch performance, shift comfort, dynamics and efficiency.

CHASSIS

The use of electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) , Adaptive Dynamics and Air Suspension improves responsiveness and driver feedback, enhancing the XJ's position as the most dynamic luxury saloon in the world. The technology is also an enabler for advanced driver assistance systems and improved efficiency.

Jaguar cars set the benchmark for steering feel in every segment. This is intrinsic to the dynamic DNA of all models, from the XE compact sports saloon to F-TYPE sports car and XF saloon, XF Sportbrake, E-PACE SUV, F-PACE performance SUV and I-PACE. The XJ is no exception and the latest generation benefits from Air Suspensions, Adaptive Dynamics and the use of electric power assistance for the steering system.

The electronically-controlled Adaptive Dynamics system continually monitors the car up to 500 times a second, ensuring optimum damping forces in all conditions. The system works alongside the air suspensions system and modifies the XJ's damper response to match the conditions and driving style. It analyses acceleration, cornering, throttle and brake pedal activity to optimise the suspension settings and maintain XJ's dynamism and comfort. The XJ also feature selectable 'Drive', 'Sport' and 'Dynamic' driving modes for specific performance. A special 'Winter' mode also delivers more progressive control in slippery conditions.

Years of development and testing, plus meticulous tuning work, means that EPAS delivers a natural and engaging steering feel. The system's ability to filter-out steering disturbances from poor road surfaces and compensate for road camber make it feel smoother and more precise than ever. Friction has also been engineered out, improving feel and responsiveness still further.

Unlike hydraulic systems, EPAS only uses energy when the driver turns the wheel, helping to reduce fuel consumption.

INFOTAINMENT AND CONNECTIVITY

Door-to-door navigation, 4G Wi-Fi,  and Meridian digital audio systems take the XJ's infotainment to the next level.

Designed and developed without compromise, the XJ's Touch Pro premium infotainment system is truly state-of-the art. Conceived in-house and built around a quad-core Intel processor and a next-generation ethernet network, Touch Pro can handle massive amounts of data and is exceptionally powerful and responsive. At the same time, the system is simple and intuitive to use.

At its heart is a new 10-inch capacitive touchscreen. And just like smartphones, the touchscreen accepts 'pinch to zoom' gestures, or swipes to scroll between home screens. This simple, intuitive user interface helps drivers to keep their eyes on the road, minimising distraction. The home screen can be customised – there's a choice of wallpaper images, while widgets can be used to shortcut to favourite features and functions. Extra home pages can be added, if desired.

The functionality of the navigation system is just as impressive. Dead reckoning functionality accurately determines the vehicle's position even when GPS signals cannot be received – ideal for cities.

Touch Pro also enables door-to-door route planning and guidance, including public transport options. A companion app allows you to plan your route offline and then load it into the system at the start of the journey.

The system also offers a Commute Mode, which learns your daily drive to work and automatically suggests alternative routes to avoid congestion using historical and real-time traffic information. Approach Mode displays a 360-degree interactive view of your destination within 200m of arrival and can even direct you to the nearest available car parking space.

Touch Pro also delivers a full-screen navigation display in the XJ's reconfigurable 12.3-inch Interactive Driver Display.

Engineered to sound perfect: Meridian Reference system

Equal attention has been paid to audio system performance. A choice of three systems includes the outstanding 26-speaker, 1,300W Meridian Reference sound system developed with British audio experts Meridian. The stereo and surround sound benefit from Meridian's Trifield technology to ensure optimum reproduction with benchmark low levels of distortion.

Rear seat entertainment: The full widescreen experience

To further enhance the XJ's luxurious row-two experience, customers will be able to specify a rear seat entertainment system. Comprising two 10.2-inch high-definition screens, which fold away when not in use, these displays offer a true 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio. When digital TV is also specified, a different channel can be shown on each screen in the vehicle.

The rear seat entertainment system also allows passengers to connect devices using two USB 3.0 ports, one HDMI and one MHL port, enabling charging and media output from a wide range of smartphones and tablets.

All the best connections: The always-on XJ

Ensuring that occupants are always connected is key to the Jaguar XJ. Using the vehicle's antenna for the strongest, most reliable signal, the XJ can function as a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot, providing a connection for up to eight devices.

InControl Apps, an innovative, intuitive technology enables customers to seamlessly connect Apple and Android smartphones to the vehicle's infotainment system, via a USB cable. InControl Apps provides access to compatible apps on the device using the vehicle's touchscreen.

Built on top of this is Jaguar's latest Online Media functionality*, which allows for the aggregation of numerous content providers and their personalised content – such as Deezer and TuneIn – that gives access to more than 40 million music tracks and four million on-demand programmes and podcasts. For the first time, these can be directly streamed from the vehicle without the need for a smartphone – providing a seamless and integrated experience.

Remote Premium, accessed using the Remote app, enables customers to connect with the XJ using their smartphone, so they can check how much fuel is in the tank, whether the doors are locked and if the windows have been left open. It also enables the driver to remotely lock or unlock the car and receive alerts if the alarm goes off. Should the driver forget where the car is parked there's a map to lead them straight to it.

Remote Premium can also enable the driver to bring the cabin to a pre-set temperature by remotely starting the engine using their smartphone: at the press of a button the climate control system can heat or cool the interior to the desired temperature.

Secure Tracker provides proactive vehicle monitoring: should the XJ be stolen, the tracking service will work with law enforcement agencies to locate and recover the car as quickly as possible. The service subscription is included for the warranty period.

Protect will automatically notify the emergency services and provide the vehicle's GPS location should the car be involved in a collision severe enough to trigger the airbags. Occupants can also trigger an emergency call manually simply by pressing a button.

* Please check your local market for availability

ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS

The XJ can improve traction in difficult conditions, take the effort out of stop-start traffic and parking in tight spaces and mitigate against collisions, making the driving experience even more relaxing, enjoyable and safe.

Gaining traction: All-Surface Progress Control

Already proven in the XE and the XF, the XJ benefits from Jaguar's revolutionary All-Surface Progress Control (ASPC) technology. Designed to help drivers to pull away smoothly and without drama on very low-friction surfaces, ASPC makes it easier and safer to drive a powerful rear-wheel drive car at low speeds on slippery surfaces such as snow, ice and wet grass.

Conventional traction control systems attempt to modulate what happens once the wheels begin to slip – that's usually too late. ASPC is fundamentally different, founded upon decades of Jaguar Land Rover experience in developing off-road technologies.

ASPC works like a low-speed cruise control and can operate between 3.6km/h  and 30km/h . Pressing a button on the centre console activates the system. The driver then uses the cruise control switches on the steering wheel to set the desired speed and ASPC does all the hard work: all the driver has to do is concentrate on steering.

What makes ASPC so effective is that it doesn't just provide fine control of the throttle: it also uses the brakes in opposition to the throttle. So from a standstill, only very low engine torque is applied to the driven wheels, enabling smooth progress with little or no wheel spin. ASPC is compatible with rear- and all-wheel drive and is made even more effective by the fitment of winter tyres.

Forward-thinking: Stereo camera at the heart of intelligent safety

The XJ benefits from Jaguar Land Rover's advance stereo camera technology, which underpins an extended range of safety features. The exceptionally accurate and robust sensors ensure that the driver can feel confident in all driving scenarios.

This state-of-the-art sensor, packaged in front of the rear-view mirror, generates a real-time view of the road and objects ahead. The information is interpreted by highly sophisticated image processing software and the output used by a wide range of advanced driver assistance systems.

The stereo camera enables the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) technologies. By monitoring the vehicle's position relative to lane markings either side, LDW can prevent unintentional lane drift by triggering a visual warning in the instrument panel and a haptic warning through the steering wheel.

If the driver begins to drift too close to the edge of the lane they are driving in, the LKA system can guide the driver back in to lane by applying a small amount of corrective counter-steering. The amount of torque applied to the steering wheel is slight and can be easily over-ridden by the driver.

Drifting out of lane can be caused by driver fatigue, and this can be identified by periods of little or no steering activity followed by sudden or excessive inputs. The new Driver Condition Monitor system is able to recognise these patterns, and, by also checking activation of the brake and accelerator pedals along with various instrument panel buttons, will display a multi-stage visual warning in the instrument panel to prompt the driver to take a break.

Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist

The Queue Assist function for the adaptive cruise control system has been designed to take even more of the effort and monotony out of driving in heavy traffic. Using a long-range radar sensor, the system can maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, all the way down to a standstill.

Blind Spot Monitoring

Blind Spot Monitoring uses radar sensors to alert the driver to the presence of vehicles approaching fast from behind when changing lanes by displaying a flashing icon in the door mirror.

Parking made simpler and safer

The use of electric power-assisted steering enables semi-autonomous park-assist functions for both bay and parallel parking. Ultrasonic sensors measure the space first and the system steers the vehicle into position – and, in the case of parallel parking, out again. The driver just controls the accelerator, brakes and transmission.

The XJ also features the 360-degree Surround Camera: four cameras combine to give a 360-degree view of the area around the car to make manoeuvring easier and safer.

Reverse Traffic Detection
The XJ's radar sensors can also help to make reversing safer. Vehicles approaching from either side are detected and, if they present a potential hazard, the driver is given audible and visual warnings.

NOTE:
-            Please check your local market for engine availability and optional feature availability
-            Vehicle specifications and engines vary by market and are subject to availability
-            All emissions and fuel economy data based on New European Cycle Drive Equivalent where applicable

TECHNICAL DATA

* When fitted with 19-inch wheels
† Tyre Class 2
Manufacturer's estimates; correct at time of going to press
Vehicle specifications and engines vary by market and are subject to availability

TECHNICAL DATA

Manufacturer's estimates; correct at time of going to press
Vehicle specifications and engines vary by market and are subject to availability

TECHNICAL DATA

Manufacturer's estimates; correct at time of going to press
Vehicle specifications and engines vary by market and are subject to availability

TECHNICAL DATA

Manufacturer's estimates; correct at time of going to press
Vehicle specifications and engines vary by market and are subject to availability