| | Jaguar retained the XJ's six-speed automatic transmission, and all models have a 5.0-liter AJ-V8 engine. Horsepower ratings vary by model: The standard XJ and XJL vehicles offer 385 horsepower, the Supercharged models carry 470 horsepower, and the Supersport vehicles feature an incredible 510 horsepower rating. All models come with the Adaptive Dynamics air-suspension system to ensure superior riding comfort. Safety features remain unchanged and include antilock brakes, stability and traction control, an antiskid system, an emergency fuel-shutoff device, side airbags in front, and full-length, side-curtain airbags. Supersport models, available only by special order, feature Adaptive Cruise Control, which employs microwave radar technology to assist in avoiding potential hazards. Innovative interior design raises the Jaguar XJ to true luxury status. Leather seating and voice-activated navigation are standard. A high-definition instrument panel joins a dual-view touchscreen, which will allow the front passenger to watch DVDs while the driver receives navigation information and manages other vehicle and technology features. Zoned climate control with four separate zones is standard, although the basic XJ model only has two zone controls. Additional 2012 XJ media features include Bluetooth capability, an iPod docking station, a hard drive for storing audio files, and a 1200W Bowers & Wilkins high-end stereo system. One recent report states that Jaguar is adding a feature for smartphone docking, which will project the phone's contents onto the dual-view touchscreen. Users will be able to access most phone features, although Internet browsing is not possible. This addition will also allow seamless GPS access, employing the smartphone both while driving and after leaving the car. |
