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Luxury, quality and craftsmanship have always been hallmarks of Jaguar's premium mid-sized S-TYPE sports sedan. (concept carz) But for 2007, Jaguar takes luxury to the next level wîth the addition of several new standard features and a new luxury package. For the S-TYPE owner lòòking to add even more luxury to the supercharged performance of the 400bhp S-TYPE R, Jaguar is introducing a new 'Luxury' package. In place of the R's contemporary gray-stained Bird's-Eye Maple wood trim, it comes wîth warm Burl Walnut veneers. It also adds Jaguar's highest-quality soft-grain leather-trimmed seating wîth contrast piping, bright exterior accents, an electric rear sunblind and Adaptive Cruise Control.
However, it's not just the flagship S-TYPE R that gets the luxury treatment. For 2007, both the entry 3.0 and V8-powered 4.2 come outfitted wîth Jaguar's highest-quality soft-grain leather-trimmed seats wîth contrast piping, Burl Walnut veneers and bright mirror caps.
The entry-level S-TYPE 3.0 is even more appealing by including the Premium Package – previously a $1,600 option – as standard. It includes electrically adjustable pedals, rain-sensing windshield wipers, a memory system for the driver's seat, door mirrors, §teering column and pedals, power lumbar adjustment, and electrochromic mirrors.
'Jaguar has always set the benchmark in craftsmanship and luxury wîth its interiors,' said Bibiana Boerio, Jaguar Cars managing director. 'By continuously upgrading our interiors, we hope to make the experience of stepping into a new Jaguar even more rewarding.'
CONTINÚOÚS IMPROVEMENT
When the original S-TYPE was introduced in 1999, it launched Jaguar into a wider market, and a new era of modern design and technology. As Jaguar's first, all-new mid-sized, luxury sports sedan in three decades, it helped make Jaguar more accessible and appealing to a younger generation of buyers.
Since its introduction, the S-TYPE has continued to evolve. For the 2002 model year, the all-new supercharged S-TYPE R was unveiled, while a new six-speed ZF automatic transmission – an first in the §egmènt at that time – became available across the entire S-TYPE range. Inside, the car featured a re-designed dashboard, center console and door panels.
For the 2005 model year, the car's sleek, distinctive lines were toned-up to become more contemporary and athletic, giving the luxury sedan more obvious muscle definition. The addition of new chrome mesh grille inserts in 2006 continued to build on the S-TYPE's sporting appearance.
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And for 2007, Jaguar is focusing again on the S-TYPE's interior, upgrading the materials, raising the luxury benchmark, and further increasing the car's appeal to astute, confident, image-conscious buyers.
EXTERIOR DESIGN – A STYLE ICON
The key design changes introduced for the 2005 S-TYPE, succeeded in giving the car a more contemporary, more athletic look. Design Director, Ian , and his team took the original S-TYPE's iconic lines and focused on giving the whole front of the car a crisper, more powerful look and stance. In addition, the way the S-TYPE's curvaceous hood meets the complex curves of the headlamp apertures changed too, giving much tighter panel fits and emphasizing Jaguar's fine build quality.
At the base of the doors, the prominent sills of the original were reshaped to blend seamlessly into the body side contours. This made the new S-TYPE visually longer and leaner between the wheels, while balancing the stronger proportions of the nose.
At the rear, distinctive round jewel-like tail lamps blended smoothly into the new curves of the tail and were balanced wîth a new trunk ‘plinth'. Even the shape of the license plate recess changed subtly by toning down the oval theme, reducing the number of conflicting lines and, again, adding new muscle tone.
The new sleek lines improved aerodynamics and enhanced performance, as well as helping to reduce rear lift. For the S-TYPE R, a spoiler along the trunk lip added aerodynamic stability at maximum speeds.
Today, the S-TYPE continues to compete at the heart of the premium mid-sized §egmènt. Its combination of bold, distinctive styling, sporting dynamics, outstanding comfort and refinement, and unrivalled emotional resonance continues to enhance the S-TYPE's appeal to the buyer demanding strong value from a luxury car.
INTERIOR – LÚXÚRY HEIGHTENED
The S-TYPE's cabin is a special place to be. It combines Jaguar quality and craftsmanship wîth leading-edge technology and the latest innovations in safety engineering. Those front seats may look and feel the height of luxury wîth their soft-grain leather-trimmed seating accented wîth contrast piping, but beneath the leather surface are seat frames constructed of strong, but exceptionally lightweight magnesium. The S-TYPE's stunning dashboard which is crafted from hand-picked Burl Walnut veneers and given a mirror-like finish, is also mounted on a magnesium base frame structure that reduces the weight of the vehicle without compromising strength.
And that elegant, tactile chrome flap on the center console may look like a piece of automotive jewelry, but it controls the S-TYPE's electronic parking brake. It replaces the traditional, space-consuming handbrake, or awkward pedal in the footwell.
For rear seat passengers, the S-TYPE's contoured bench seat is a place of real luxury and comfort, providing an excellent 37 inches of legroom. But the backrest is split 60/40 and folds to increase dramatically the car's luggage space – along wîth the S-TYPE's versatility and practicality.
V6 OR V8 – REFINED JAGÚAR POWER
The 2007 Jaguar S-TYPE leaps way ahead of the pack when it comes to a refined, but sporting character in a luxury package. Outfitted wîth an impressive range of power options, from the 235bhp 3.0-liter V6 engine to the spectacular supercharged version of the technically advanced V8 engine in the 400bhp S-TYPE R, and paired wîth a ZF six-speed automatic, the S-TYPE delivers on its performance promise. The standard lightweight, all-aluminum V6 engine offers outstanding specific power outputs resulting from four overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, continuously variable cam phasing and four-mode variable geometry air intakes.
The 3.0-liter AJ-V6 produces 235bhp at 6,800 rpm and a muscular 216 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,100rpm. That gives standstill-to-60mph acceleration in 7.5 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 121mph.
The S-TYPE's 4.2-liter four-cam 32-valve V8, wîth Variable Camshaft Phasing, is available in two versions: naturally aspirated or mechanically supercharged in the range-topping S-TYPE R. Both versions are extremely light and strong due to the extensive use of aluminum. The exceptional stiffness minimizes engine noise and increases reliability, while direct-acting aluminum bucket tappets need no adjustment for the life of the engine.
The S-TYPE 4.2's naturally aspirated 4.2-liter V8 develops 300bhp at 6,000 rpm and 303 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,100 rpm, while the supercharged S-TYPE R version delivers 400bhp at 6,100 rpm and 413 lb.-ft. of torque at only 3,500 rpm. At least 86 percent of the peak torque figure is available all the way from 2,000 rpm to maximum engine speed – and that massive flexibility remains a defining characteristic of S-TYPE R performance.
Each 2007 S-TYPE V8 model offers athletic performance. The naturally-aspirated 4.2 V8 offers 0-to-60mph acceleration in just 6.2 seconds and an electronically limited maximum speed of 121 mph. The thrilling supercharged S-TYPE R dispenses wîth the 0-to-60 mph sprint in a mere 5.3 seconds – and keeps accelerating till it reaches its electronically-limited top speed of 155mph.
Back in 2002, the S-TYPE R adopted a six-speed automatic transmission, a perfect match for the V8's power and torque. It now comes standard wîth all of the S-TYPE engines.
Built by ZF, the light, compact unit is a traditional automatic wîth six ratios and an adaptive Mechatronic shift, which responds to both road conditions and handling of the car. Paired wîth Jaguar's trademark J-gate gear selector, recently upgraded wîth electronic ‘shift-by-wire' control for improved feel and lever action, the winning combination boasts smooth gearshifts and optimum performance.
DRIVING DYNAMICS – PERFORMANCE WITH POISE
Alongside style, the S-TYPE's key characteristic and the Jaguar buyer's key expectation is exceptional driving dynamics – combining the comfort and refinement of a luxury car wîth the handling, stability, response and driver involvement of a sports car. And, just like the styling, the S-TYPE's dynamics raise it above the premium sedan crowd.
The latest S-TYPE bodyshell, initially introduced in 2003, is 10 percent stiffer than that of the original car, creating a perfect platform for the drastically revised suspension, wîth aluminum control arms, which was also introduced in 2003.
At the front, the S-TYPE's suspension uses unequal length wishbones to minimize track and camber changes. The two forged aluminum arms of the lower wishbone are linked by a ball joint and are connected by rubber and hydraulic bushes to the non-isolated front subframe.
The forged aluminum upper A-frame incorporates two fluid-block bushes and an integral ball joint for added refinement. It connects to the body and controls the geometry for improved straight-line stability. The upper control arm axis is also inclined, providing improved anti-dive characteristics under heavy braking.
The coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bars and §teering are all tuned to provide the subtly different characters of the different models from the 3.0-liter V6 to the very high performance, supercharged 4.2-liter V8 R.
Recent revisions include a new subframe wîth stiffer mountings and larger diameter bushes for enhanced, and more refined ride and handling. A revised toe-link, introduced in the 2003 model year, improves rear wheel alignment, while a lowered roll center maintains overall balance wîth the completely new front suspension.
Impressive stopping performance is provided by recently introduced (2006MY) Conti-Teves braking systems that are designed to provide greater stopping power, shorter braking distances and improved brake pedal feel.
The S-TYPE's exceptional body stiffness and carefully revised reduced-friction suspension mountings, not only optimize ride and handling balance and give the car a solidly engineered quality, but also have a significant effect on refinement and minimizing road noise and vibration, not to mention the elimination of potential squeaks and rattles.
Servotronic variable-ratio power-assisted §teering is standard across the range, for minimum parking effort at low speeds and maximum precision and feedback at higher speeds.
For the ultimate in sports sedan handling, look no further than the S-TYPE R, which comes standard wîth enhanced Computer Active Technology Suspension (eCATS), a two-stage sport suspension. On a twisty, bumpy road, eCATS maximizes comfort, handling and driver control by switching the system's dampers from the normal ‘soft' setting to ‘firm' in milliseconds, which improves vehicle stability, particularly during cornering or braking.
Depending on the situation, eCATS automatically switches the rear dampers slightly ahead of the front pair at a low speed to reduce transient understeer for improved agility and turn-in performance. At high speed, the system automatically switches the front dampers ahead of the rear pair to increase understeer for improved stability.
For maximum performance, the S-TYPE R pairs eCATS wîth R Performance brakes and 18-inch alloys fitted wîth high-performance, P245/40 R18 tires.
S-TYPE SAFETY – BENCHMARK PROTECTION
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Introduced as the world's first ultrasonic occupant sensing system Standard, A.R.T.S. is a major advance in passive safety that comes standard on all new S-TYPE derivatives. A.R.T.S. combines ultrasonic occupant sensing wîth a series of other sensors that collects data on passenger weight, position of the driver in relation to the §teering wheel and whether or not safety belts are being worn.
Then, communicating through a central processor, A.R.T.S. can tailor airbag response to the needs of each front seat occupant and the severity of a frontal impact, controlling whether the two-stage airbags need to be inflated fully, partially, or at all.
Also working wîth A.R.T.S. is an effective energy-absorbing seating system which incorporates an anti-whiplash mechanism in the front seat back rests and pyrotechnic pre-tensioners for all safety belts, further minimizing risk of injury in the event of an accident. The S-TYPE also features a decoupling brake pedal mechanism and a deformable plastic fuel tank.
While occupants are protected by A.R.T.S. inside, the stiff and strong S-TYPE body maximizes protection on the outside.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is a standard active safety system for the new S-TYPE, enhancing safety at the limits of grip and road holding to improve control in potentially dangerous driving conditions.
DSC recognizes the onset of instability and takes measures to counteract it by engaging the S-TYPE systems to act appropriately. Depending on the situation, DSC might respond by reducing engine torque, or selectively applying gentle braking to one or more wheels or a combination of both. The system also intervenes to prevent wheelspin in low grip conditions, automatically reducing power and, if necessary, braking individual wheels.
The S-TYPE's ability to go fast is equally matched by its ability to stop. The new-in-2006 Conti-Teves four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) provides the S-TYPE driver wîth greater stopping power, shorter braking distances and improved brake pedal feel.
For more severe situations, Jaguar's standard Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) provides the extra power needed. By detecting rapid, hard applications of the brake pedal (often known as an emergency-braking situation), EBA automatically applies the additional pressure that the driver has not provided in order to enter the ABS zone and achieve maximum braking. Faster acting than any driver, it can dramatically cut braking distances, wîth obvious safety benefits.
S-TYPE 2007 MODEL YEAR
• Executive Jaguar saloon wîth four engine variants including class-leading 2.7-litre twin-turbo diesel, 3.0-litre V6 petrol and renowned 4.2-litre naturally aspirated and supercharged V8s• Streamlined styling combined wîth advanced technology and legendary Jaguar ride and handling make the S-TYPE the epitome of the contemporary, sporting Jaguar saloon.
• From the top-of-the-range 400bhp (DIN), 155mph supercharged S-TYPE R which is capable of 60mph in just 5.3 seconds to the highly acclaimed twin-turbo 2.7-litre diesel which offers a 0-60mph time of just 8.1 seconds yet returns 41.5mpg on the combined fuel economy cycle, outstanding Jaguar innovation is clear across the range
• The diesel-engined S-TYPE is offered wîth either a much-admired six-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com) The 3.0-litre petrol is available wîth either a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic gearbox, while both 4.2-litre V8 models are equipped wîth the six-speed automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com) • AJD-V6 diesel engine is the lightest unit of its type and size, weighing just 202kg
• Latest generation, high pressure, common-rail direct-injection technology, including ‘multiple pilot' injection wîth piezo-electric control, ensures maximum efficiency
• Maximum power of 152kW (207PS) EEC, 153kW (206bhp) DIN and maximum torque of 435Nm (320lb ft) make this a Diesel Jaguar wîth real performance: a top speed of 230kph (143mph), and 0-100kph (0-60mph) in just 8.5 (8.1) seconds in the manual version and 8.6 (8.2) seconds in the auto • An impressive combined fuel economy figure of 6.8l/100km (41.5mpg) wîth manual gearbox, and a low CO2 figure of only 179g/km
• Comprehensive safety features in every S-TYPE include front, side and side-curtain airbags, Jaguar's Adaptive Restraint Technology System (A.R.T.S.) and Anti-lock Braking System
• Wide range of standard interior features in every S-TYPE including automatic climate control wîth dual zone control for driver and front passenger, electrically adjustable seats, multi-function §teering wheel controls for audio, cruise control and (where fitted) Bluetooth® telephone connectivity and voice control, trip computer, Jaguar Alpine Sound System wîth AM/FM radio and single slot CD player • Comprehensive security system includes remote central locking and driveaway locking, ultrasonic intrusion sensing, radio frequency remote control and engine immobiliser (Thatcham 1 approved)
• Key optional features include 19-inch wheels across the range, electrically adjustable pedals, Front and Rear Park Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control wîth Forward Alert, in addition to existing driver aids.Source - Jaguar
Posh and very stately, the Jaguar S-Type featured an exterior that was reminiscent of the 1960's Jaguar saloons. The S-Type was designed to fill the market gap between the top of the range MK X and the Mk II. It was not meant to be a replacement to the MK II, rather as an alternative to the slow selling MK X in territories where the vehicle was selling well. Unveiled at the 1998 Birmingham Motor Show, the Jaguar S-Type was introduced as a lower priced mid-size substitute for the forerunner XJ. The rear of the S-Type was given similar styling to the larger Mk X and was fitted with the independent rear suspension that gad originally been designed for the MK X and the E-Type. In addition, duel fuel tanks were placed inside each rear fender. Slimmer more compact MK X style bumpers were joined front and rear and were later incorporated in the 240/340 revision of the MK II.
In the 1960's, the original S-Type was initially debuted, and a lot of the same similarities were used utilized in the 21st century version. The most obvious retro feature on the Jaguar S Type was the oval grille. The Jaguar S-Type was engineered in two versions, a Sedan 3.0 which received its power from a 3.0 liter V6 engine that was designed by Ford, and the 4.0 version which received its power from a 4.0 liter V8 engine that was produced by Jaguar. Weighing in at 3,580 lbs, the S-Type was approximately 15 feet 7 inches long, 4 feet 7 ¾ inches high, and had a width of 5 feet 6 ½ inches. The top speed was 120 mph and had a wheelbase of 107.375 inches.
The original engineering alliance between Jaguar and its brand new owner, Ford. The S-Type was built on the Ford DEW platform that was shared with the Lincoln LS. A luxury/executive vehicle, the S-Type finally went on sale in 1999 as a luxury model in the sedan category. Produced at Jaguar's Castle Bromwich facility in Birmingham, the nomenclature S-Type was revival of an earlier Jaguar model that had been introduced in 1963. The bodywork seems to have been inspired by the Jaguar Mark 2. Geoff Lawson was responsible for the style behind the S-Type and is based on the Jaguar DEW platform and the Ford DEW Platform though it had numerous modifications and updates.
The interior of the S-Type was quite similar to the MK II though a few detail differences could be found. The interior lacked the picnic tables, and the dash center was encased in walnut rather than the black leather used in the MK II. There was more rear seat leg and headroom thanks to a different roofline, and independent rear suspension ensured a smoother ride than the live axle of the MK II.
In 2003 the supercharged S-Type R joined the lineup and it carried the high hopes of competing with BMW's M5 and the Mercedes E55 AMG. Powered by a supercharged V8 that produced 400 hp, the R version could achieve 0 to 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. The R type received 18 inch alloy wheels, spectacular monochromatic paint and a wire-mesh grille. A much sportier rear apron was also found on the R type, and the front apron received built-in fog lamps, and along with a brace that was found near the rear subframe, and a rear spoiler, the R received 'R' badging on the trunk lid and both front wings. The R type was the most elite and expensive Jaguar S-Type and started at a base price of £50,040 in the U.K. and $58,995 in the U.S.
The second generation 2003 model received an electronic parking-brake paddle-switch in place of the current manually-operated lever for the back brakes along with an updated 3.0L V6 engine with 235 hp rather than the 210 hp for the 1999 until 2002 model. Three models were now offered, the entry level was powered by a 3.0 liter V6 engine, a brand new 4.2 model; powered by a 4.2 Liter V8 engine and an R model. For 2003, the new S-Type received an updated dash, a grille with the Jaguar badge which gave the model a resemblance closer to a Jaguar, and also a revised instrument cluster.
The S-Type was equipped with either a 5-speed J-Gate Ford 5R55N transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission from 2000 until 2002. A variety of petrol and diesel engines were offered in the Jaguar S Type, and the 2.5 L V6 engine wasn't available for exports heading to the U.S. or Canada. From 2003 until its discontinuation, the rear-wheel-drive S-Type came with either a 6-speed J-Gate transmission that allowed automatic gear selection or clutch-less manual gear selection, or a 5-speed manual transmission. In 2004 the Jaguar S-Type received the option of a 6-speed manual transmission.
In 2005, the S-Type received an overall update that included the addition of newly redesigned standard front and rear aprons, remodeled rear light clusters, a refitted grille, an aluminum hood and a brand new 2.7 L V6 diesel engine. The windscreen wiper arms received windscreen washer jets. The interior of the 2005 Jaguar S-Type got an updated center console which now included the updated switch-gear and radio. Optional equipment included satellite navigation, or an assistance system that was powered by a cellular phone that was placed in the dashboard, a system to monitor temperatures inside the vehicle. Music could also be controlled by instruction from the phone.
For 2007 and 2008 years, no changes were made to the car design or body. Spring, 2008, the Jaguar S-Type was deleted and replaced with all new XF. On January 3, 2007 the concept Jaguar C-XF was debuted at the North American International Auto Show.By Jessica Donaldson
In the 1960's, the original S-Type was initially debuted, and a lot of the same similarities were used utilized in the 21st century version. The most obvious retro feature on the Jaguar S Type was the oval grille. The Jaguar S-Type was engineered in two versions, a Sedan 3.0 which received its power from a 3.0 liter V6 engine that was designed by Ford, and the 4.0 version which received its power from a 4.0 liter V8 engine that was produced by Jaguar. Weighing in at 3,580 lbs, the S-Type was approximately 15 feet 7 inches long, 4 feet 7 ¾ inches high, and had a width of 5 feet 6 ½ inches. The top speed was 120 mph and had a wheelbase of 107.375 inches.
The original engineering alliance between Jaguar and its brand new owner, Ford. The S-Type was built on the Ford DEW platform that was shared with the Lincoln LS. A luxury/executive vehicle, the S-Type finally went on sale in 1999 as a luxury model in the sedan category. Produced at Jaguar's Castle Bromwich facility in Birmingham, the nomenclature S-Type was revival of an earlier Jaguar model that had been introduced in 1963. The bodywork seems to have been inspired by the Jaguar Mark 2. Geoff Lawson was responsible for the style behind the S-Type and is based on the Jaguar DEW platform and the Ford DEW Platform though it had numerous modifications and updates.
The interior of the S-Type was quite similar to the MK II though a few detail differences could be found. The interior lacked the picnic tables, and the dash center was encased in walnut rather than the black leather used in the MK II. There was more rear seat leg and headroom thanks to a different roofline, and independent rear suspension ensured a smoother ride than the live axle of the MK II.
In 2003 the supercharged S-Type R joined the lineup and it carried the high hopes of competing with BMW's M5 and the Mercedes E55 AMG. Powered by a supercharged V8 that produced 400 hp, the R version could achieve 0 to 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. The R type received 18 inch alloy wheels, spectacular monochromatic paint and a wire-mesh grille. A much sportier rear apron was also found on the R type, and the front apron received built-in fog lamps, and along with a brace that was found near the rear subframe, and a rear spoiler, the R received 'R' badging on the trunk lid and both front wings. The R type was the most elite and expensive Jaguar S-Type and started at a base price of £50,040 in the U.K. and $58,995 in the U.S.
The second generation 2003 model received an electronic parking-brake paddle-switch in place of the current manually-operated lever for the back brakes along with an updated 3.0L V6 engine with 235 hp rather than the 210 hp for the 1999 until 2002 model. Three models were now offered, the entry level was powered by a 3.0 liter V6 engine, a brand new 4.2 model; powered by a 4.2 Liter V8 engine and an R model. For 2003, the new S-Type received an updated dash, a grille with the Jaguar badge which gave the model a resemblance closer to a Jaguar, and also a revised instrument cluster.
The S-Type was equipped with either a 5-speed J-Gate Ford 5R55N transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission from 2000 until 2002. A variety of petrol and diesel engines were offered in the Jaguar S Type, and the 2.5 L V6 engine wasn't available for exports heading to the U.S. or Canada. From 2003 until its discontinuation, the rear-wheel-drive S-Type came with either a 6-speed J-Gate transmission that allowed automatic gear selection or clutch-less manual gear selection, or a 5-speed manual transmission. In 2004 the Jaguar S-Type received the option of a 6-speed manual transmission.
In 2005, the S-Type received an overall update that included the addition of newly redesigned standard front and rear aprons, remodeled rear light clusters, a refitted grille, an aluminum hood and a brand new 2.7 L V6 diesel engine. The windscreen wiper arms received windscreen washer jets. The interior of the 2005 Jaguar S-Type got an updated center console which now included the updated switch-gear and radio. Optional equipment included satellite navigation, or an assistance system that was powered by a cellular phone that was placed in the dashboard, a system to monitor temperatures inside the vehicle. Music could also be controlled by instruction from the phone.
For 2007 and 2008 years, no changes were made to the car design or body. Spring, 2008, the Jaguar S-Type was deleted and replaced with all new XF. On January 3, 2007 the concept Jaguar C-XF was debuted at the North American International Auto Show.By Jessica Donaldson
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