Jaguar C-X17 Concept is more than a design study

 The arrival of an Jaguar SUV has in recent days received more concrete shape. And that Jaguar is serious; they show us the Jaguar C - X17 Concept. Photos of the SUV concept leaked earlier, but the details still know many newsworthy bidding. A look in the (about) future of Jaguar.

Main news is the reality that the ' high on legs standing Jaguar ' is built on a new modular platform called iQ ( Al) that will form the basis for a new set of Jaguar itself according affordable or more accessible models . Contrary to what the Jaguar C - X17 suggests, is the first creation no SUV or crossover, but a sedan in C-/D-segment. This is the category that Jaguar had previously been processed, the flop of the X -type but are still throws again in battle. The new four this time it is a technological standard-bearer, and no costumed non- premium midsize (read: Ford Mondeo). It is even the first model in its segment with an all-aluminum body. In 2015 it all reality.

the four-seater on the trading floor in Frankfurt is described by Jaguar as an example of the flexibility of their new chassis. A four-seat crossover with a sporty design, the hand of design director Ian Callum. Which gave 4.72 meters long and 1.64 meters high Jaguar C - X17 the grille of the XJ, and the arched flanks and rear of the F -Type. The low profile straps as 23 inch wheels it appears no model to leave the beaten track as group loved Land Rover that knoweth to do. However, the studies model some technology on board also slogging through mud or snow. Thus, the ground clearance somewhat higher than average ( 21 cm ) and is an healthy four-wheel drive all the latest electronic gadgets turn so as to divide that you vault to overcome not only the torque to all four wheels but you cornering also driver can delusions .

as is common in study models, each occupant welcomed by his own bucket seat. Made of solid aluminum and finished with supple Connolly leather. Hinges ensure that the seats can rotate outwards. The glass roof is on the inside shielded by blinds. That saves headroom, if we may believe. Jaguar the doors are on the inside high gloss black while the various metal accents sometimes no aluminum or chrome is used. It is ruthenium, which is related to platinum, and in particular is of the darker tint.
                              
what used to be the radio is now a whole battery interactive feature. It seems like every new car should be with Twitter and Facebook, photos and videos should be able to handle films should be able to view and the sound of a real concert hall should be able to match. Absolutely connected if that is true, then the Jaguar C - X17 already succeeded with the Interactive Surface Console. The entire center console is a series of touch-sensitive displays and Meridian audio system uses 12 speakers. A head-up display is also mounted for the first time in a Jaguar.

that the new entry-level models will move with compact, fuel -friendly engines themselves, is beyond doubt. Even the Jaguar XJ already has a four-cylinder under the hood, while sister brand Land Rover already announced for the Range Rover Sport. But who absolutely a V6 is waiting, do not despair. So Jaguar noted clearly that that fit within the platform. The four cylinders, the products can dive under CO2 emissions of 100 g / km but with six pistons at the reins, the platform should also be able to handle. Speeds of 300 km / h and more

the new platform of Jaguar will be as stated for the first time for the successor of the X - type. Which will from 2015 the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C - class fire should start lying. Appeared to When the Jaguar C - X17 is scheduled Jaguar is not known, but trust that which follows shortly thereafter.