Skip advert
Advertisement
Articles

Jaguar XF Saloon and Sportbrake get new R-Sport branding

First Jaguar model to get new trim grade that pairs economical diesel engines with sporty looks

Jaguar has revealed the XF Saloon and Sportbrake R-Sport models at the Geneva Motor Show.

As part of the 2015 XF range, this new specification aims to mix the low running costs of the company’s efficient diesel engines but with the looks of its sportier models with upgraded exterior and interior design as well as optional styling packs.

Advertisement - Article continues below

The two models will be fitted with the maker’s 2.2-litre four-cylinder 161bhp diesel engine, as well as stop/start and the maker’s eight-speed automatic gearbox. All this means that the car will return an average of 57mpg and emits 129g/km (with 17-inch alloys).

However, this is all combined with a more aggressive styling than the standard cars with unique badging on the side vents, steering wheel and tread plats, along with a Sport front bumper, ‘R’ style side sills and a unique rear spoiler.

It also gets 17-inch alloys wheels as standard, while on the inside its gets an upgraded interior with various materials to choose from including carbon fibre or piano black inserts.

Buyers can also add the optional black pack, which includes full gloss black grille surround, gloss black lower bumper inserts and gloss black roof rails on the Sportbrake model.

According to Steven De Ploey, Jaguar Global Brand Director, the new trim is aimed at company car drivers after the styling of the brand’s high-performance cars. “Business users and fleet managers will be able to enjoy the seductive design from the high performance 'R' models, while benefiting from the low emissions and high fuel efficiency of the powertrain.”

The new R-Sport models will be cost from £35,445 for the saloon model and £36,445 for the Sportbrake version, and are available to order now.

Skip advert
Advertisement
Skip advert
Advertisement

Recommended

The death of the Geneva Motor Show can't be considered as progress
Opinion - Geneva Motor Show

The death of the Geneva Motor Show can't be considered as progress

Mike Rutherford laments the demise of the iconic Geneva Motor Show
Opinion
16 Jun 2024
The Geneva Motor Show is dead, but Qatar spin-off still on for 2025
Geneva Motor Show

The Geneva Motor Show is dead, but Qatar spin-off still on for 2025

A “lack of interest shown by manufacturers” and competition with other motor shows were among the reasons given for the demise of the Geneva Motor Sho…
News
31 May 2024
"BYD, Dacia, MG and Renault are among the most impressive and in-touch car brands in the world"
Opinion - MG3

"BYD, Dacia, MG and Renault are among the most impressive and in-touch car brands in the world"

Mike Rutherford is confused as to why so many car manufacturers avoided the 2024 Geneva Motor Show
Opinion
3 Mar 2024
BMW Isetta-inspired Microlino EV coming to the UK, and we’ve driven it!
Microlino Lite - Geneva front

BMW Isetta-inspired Microlino EV coming to the UK, and we’ve driven it!

The tiny Microlino and the new Microlino Lite electric cars have been given the green light for UK sales
News
1 Mar 2024

Most Popular

New Renault Clio to shun electric power and stick with petrol and hybrid options
Renault Clio design render - front

New Renault Clio to shun electric power and stick with petrol and hybrid options

Renault’s sixth-generation Clio hatchback will get a clean look and hi-tech kit, and our exclusive images show what it could look like
News
12 Feb 2025
The small petrol car lives! Pint-sized Fiat Pandina due in 2027
Fiat Panda Cross - front static

The small petrol car lives! Pint-sized Fiat Pandina due in 2027

Fiat will build a new city-sized Pandina based on the new 500 platform, bringing a proper, petrol powered A-segment city car to market as early as 202…
News
12 Feb 2025
Car Deal of the Day: retro Renault 5 for £232 per month, plus four years to enjoy it
Renault 5 - front cornering

Car Deal of the Day: retro Renault 5 for £232 per month, plus four years to enjoy it

The reborn Renault 5 is one of the most feverishly anticipated cars in a long time, and at such a low price, our Deal of the Day for 8 February is a p…
News
8 Feb 2025

Find a car with the experts