Jaguar launches XKR Limited Edition at the Abu Dhabi International Motor Show

With a limited 30 units being sold in MENA, the XKR Limited Edition will only be available as a coupe.

Taking the Jaguar sports car experience to a new level, the XKR Limited Edition delivers a combination of high speed performance, dynamic excellence and crafted luxury that is unique to Jaguar.

"We wanted to develop a high performance sports car based on the well-proven capabilities of the XKR that has been very successful in the Middle East. The XKR Limited Edition has all the attractions and attributes of the XKR that made it so popular, but is more focused on performance. It is truly a beautiful fast car that will enthral any sports car enthusiast."

said Robin Colgan, Managing Director, Jaguar Middle East and North Africa.

Providing a driver-focused high speed performance experience, the XKR Limited Edition is capable of reaching 0-100 kph in 5.2 seconds.

Sharing the XKR's class-leading six-speed sequential automatic transmission, the XKR Limited Edition has exceptional refinement and the option of ultra-fast manual shifts controlled by steering wheel-mounted paddle shifts - with shift times measured in milliseconds to make this one of the fastest shifting transmissions in the world.

The XKR Limited Edition adopts the most powerful brakes on any Jaguar production model.

Plus extensive changes to its suspension and steering provide further enhanced ride and handling characteristics without compromising comfort.

The exterior of the XKR Limited Edition has been subtly enhanced to make it recognisably different without being overstated.

Distinct styling cues include a contrasting new front aerodynamic splitter, side sill extensions, rear diffuser panel and 20" Senta alloy wheels.

A revised rear spoiler provides further visual and aerodynamic enhancement.

While the mechanical specifications and the exterior revisions are driven largely by performance and dynamic enhancement, the interior changes reflect Jaguar's vision of the XKR Limited Edition as an uncompromisingly luxurious sports car.

From full soft grained leather with contrast stitching to the use of the acclaimed Bowers & Wilkins surround system, the XKR Limited Edition takes premium sports car ownership to a higher level.

The XKR Limited Edition is on sale in the Middle East and North Africa from December 2008.