The XKR-S is the brute-power variant of Jaguar's stylish GT. The supercharged 5.0-liter V8 sends 550 hp to the rear wheels. The XK is by nature a chic and, above all, very beautiful coupe. But Jaguar wanted to shed its somewhat stiff, old-fashioned image and therefore introduced the XKR-S. Thanks to the Performance Active Exhaust, this model sounds like a NASCAR race car.
The power of the supercharged V8 has been increased to 550 hp. That is an increase of 40 hp compared to the already impressive XKR, and 680 Nm of torque is available. This allows for a 0-100 km/h sprint in 4.4 seconds, and a top speed of 300 km/h. Other features of the XKR-S include the revised suspension, the active sports exhaust, and powerful brakes.
In addition, the aerodynamics have been modified, featuring an impressive carbon spoiler, a carbon diffuser, and a front bumper with extra air intakes, and it also features special 20-inch wheels.
Technical data Jaguar XKR-S (2012)
| Manufacturer | Jaguar | |
| Engine | 5.0 litre supercharged V8, 4 valves per cylinder | |
| Bore x stroke | 92.5 mm x 93.0 mm | |
| Displacement | 5000 cm³ | |
| Maximum torque | 680 Nm at 2500 - 5500 rpm | |
| Maximum power | 550 PS at 6000 - 6500 rpm | |
| Top speed | 300 km/h | |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 4.4 s | |
| Brakes | front | |
| rear | ||
| Kerb weight | 1753 kg | |
| Length | 4794 mm | |
| Width | 2028 mm with mirrors | |
| Height | 1312 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 2752 mm | |
| Tyres | front | |
| rear | ||