Jaguar half year results increase 16 per cent

The premium automotive brand, manufactured and engineered in the UK, has reported a 16 per cent record sales growth across the Middle East.

These results reflect the continuing success story of the Jaguar XJ model, which posted a phenomenal 297 per cent increase across the region. The other models in the Jaguar range - the X-TYPE, the XK coupe and the recently launched new S-TYPE have all contributed significantly to the Group's healthy sales achievements.

The leading market was Saudi Arabia in terms of individual market growth, with an increase in sales of 64 per cent, followed by the UAE and Lebanon which both posted growth rates of 35 per cent.

Jordan witnessed nine per cent growth increase in the first six months and the year-on-year growth has led to a significant investment in the market with a new state-of-the-art service facility scheduled for official opening in September this year.

Andy Gawthorpe, Managing Director of Jaguar Middle East & North Africa commented: "These half year results reflect the growing recognition in the region of the exceptional style, luxury, comfort and performance offered by Jaguar. Our great product line-up is fostering steady growth across the board, the commitment of our importers and their investment in staff and after-sales service will ensure ongoing success and increased market share throughout the Middle East region.

"Building on this success, the region can look forward to the new XJ Long Wheelbase model that will arrive in the region in September this year. The flagship vehicle adds another dimension to the XJ line-up, offering more space, more comfort and more luxury. This is a car that will almost certainly appeal to our discerning customers in the Middle East," added Gawthorpe.