There’s no denying the forthcoming Jaguar XF sedan — based on the C-XF concept car — is critical to the company’s financial revival. Not only will it replace the S-Type, it may also become the company’s volume seller, according a top executive.
“We think XF will be the volume seller going forward rather than the X-Type,” David Blackhall, Jaguar Australia’s managing director, told Drive.
He said “a lot of variations on this [XF] theme” — other than a four-door sedan — may be offered. He said the XF is targeted at the Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5-Series. If so, a wagon version sounds possible. It’s also conceivable that Jaguar might decide to offer an XF coupe to rival BMW’s 6-Series. Of course, Blackhall was tightlipped about any specifics.
“We see this car multiplying itself in a way that the previous S-Type was unable to.”
There has long been speculation that Jaguar might scrap the X-Type after production ends on the existing mode. Blackhall’s comments seem to reinforce this idea.
While multiple variants of the popular XF is a good thing, one comment made by Blackhall is sure to irk some purists. He said hybrids and even a four-cylinder model could be offered. The smallest engine to power the S-Type is a 2.7-liter V6 diesel.
Blackhall also said he’s skeptical of whether Jaguar could sell an SUV. “I don’t think there’s space there for us,” he said.
05/07, 12:28 PM
posted by:
George Bush
Just build it as it is
05/07, 12:59 PM
posted by:
PrimeGTP
Amen, GB.
05/07, 1:06 PM
posted by:
George Bush
Well I’d seriously consider buying one if it looks like that!! But without the 4 cylinder, those days are over for me… I’ve moved on, I am now President of the United States
05/07, 1:19 PM
posted by:
TOZO
iVIVA XF!
05/07, 1:36 PM
posted by:
Fromes
I agree, Just build the vehicle as is
05/07, 1:55 PM
posted by:
homeboy234
i agree too and give me the 500bhp XF-RR high perfomance version…………….NOW!!!!!!!
05/07, 2:06 PM
posted by:
MB550
Being that its a competitor to the E class and the 5 series.. It shall be priced within the same range.
I always thought it would be a competitor to the S class, which is why i was considering it.
Either way im sure Jaguar would benefit from its production.
05/07, 3:17 PM
posted by:
jdepould
Gorgeous concept, Callum is awesome. PLEASE don’t build a 4 cyl. Not sure about the coupe though, wouldn’t it eat into XK sales? Why not invest some money in the XK under the skin and put it up against the 6?
05/07, 4:12 PM
posted by:
SRT-4Ken
————->Real talk, if this car is supposed to run with the 5series, then how tha heck would they even begin to set the price for a 4cylinder version???
05/07, 4:13 PM
posted by:
Blakkarr
Stuff like this is supposed to happen. Lovin’ Jag off its leash!
05/07, 4:48 PM
posted by:
Jazz
4cylinder ? A 2.5 4-cyl is about the size of BMW’s 528.
Any way who cares as true enthusuiasts won’t by that one.
Jaguar make it already. Then make a baby version to replace the uglay X-Type. An X-type modeled after the XF at the inherent lower price point will move faster than a mid size XF. IMO
05/07, 7:27 PM
posted by:
Hyperion
If they offer a four-cylinder model…. from Jaguar I’d expect a 2.0-2.5 liter twin cam with around 250-280 horsepower, probably with a turbo or supercharger. It should have all the refinement expected from a modern British luxury car engine.
05/07, 10:17 PM
posted by:
A4
ummm yeah im pretty sure an XF coupe would eat up XK sales, and Jaguar cant afford to sell to practically identical models… but who knows, ford will have THREE similar crossovers when the explorer gets bastardized, and they cant even sell one.
05/08, 2:35 AM
posted by:
global_lightning
- That 4-banger will need some serious power and a lightweight chassis. Maybe a larger version of the Mazdaspeed MX-5 turbo?, Otherwise Jaguar may have another “Cimmaron by Cadillac” on it’s hands.
- The X-Type should have been retired in 2005. There’s enough quality in Ford’s global part’s bin that could let Jaguar build a replacement and keep the costs down.
05/08, 5:20 AM
posted by:
1c3d0g
Diesel: yes, I-4: hell no.
05/08, 6:08 AM
posted by:
megator
I doubt america will get the inline four. here in europe we get the 520i and e230 both with tiny engines with which the four pots will compete. Jags competitor to the s class is the XJ by the way.
05/08, 7:45 AM
posted by:
Mr.AMG
I have not liked Jag’s designs since the XJ220 was around. When i think of all the Luxury companies out there I almost never think of Jaguar. They have just been so boring to me lately, did they really think the S-type R was going to be real compitition for the M5 and the E55 AMG oh please. And the XK-R is nothing to the SL55 AMG. But i have to admit the C-XF is gorgeous. This is just the design that Jaguar needs to get back in the game. And a new XJ220 couldnt hurt much.
05/08, 12:08 PM
posted by:
SRT-4Ken
——->yepp,….a new XJ220 wouldn’t hurt much…
05/08, 3:53 PM
posted by:
Piablo
A four cylinder? So they think they can manufacture an Acura? Too funny. Maybe they’re thinking about a Cosworth 4-banger. either way, they are taking 2 steps forward with this design, and one giant step back if they throw batteries and electric motors in it.
In terms of hybrids, I’m surprised I haven’t seen anything like a mizer-chip, the antithesis to the power-chip. Sold stock, our engines are programmed to make great performance with acceptable milage. Why not reprogram for better milage and less power? I wager they can, but where’s the money in that?! Or how about something like Ferrari’s and other’s system where you turn the dial for daily, sport, or racing performance.
05/08, 8:14 PM
posted by:
global_lightning
Piablo,
Just wait until gas hits $4/gallon and suddenly people can’t dump their gas-hog Super SUVs on the used car market anymore. Meanwhile they’re still paying off $35K in financing…
It’ll be 1973 all over again with modern versions of the ‘Tornado’ and ‘Super Magneto’
05/10, 3:26 AM
posted by:
jamaicandude
Great looking concept. I say build it as is, but forget 4 cylinder power.
05/10, 8:04 AM
posted by:
CaptainObvious
A Jag SUV?! Thatll be hott as HELL! Jag off it’s lease indeed….Amen
05/14, 8:12 AM
posted by:
DialM4Speed
That car looks too big to use a 4 cylinder so putting it in would be a bad idea because anybody that buys it will complain. It does look good though