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Jaguar has revealed the long-wheelbase XFL at the 2016 Beijing auto show, and the automaker has also announced that it will build the stretched sedan in China. The XFL will be the first model the automaker manufactures in China in a new assembly plant in the city of Changshu, marking the opening of the first purpose-built aluminum body shop in the country.

Building on the standard-wheelbase Jaguar XF, the XFL has been developed exclusively for the Chinese market and comes with more space for rear-seat passengers. Additional convenience features include an available wi-fi hotspot that can connect up to eight devices; a rear seat entertainment system with 8-inch screens; seats that heat, cool, and massage; and a new cabin air ionization feature. A Clear Exit Detection system that warns rear seat passengers of incoming traffic approaching from behind when they exit also makes its debut in the XFL.

Jaguar Land Rover"s InControl Pro infotainment system is also available in the XFL and comes with a 10.2-inch touchscreen and a reconfigurable 12.3-inch TFT display with full-screen 3D map view. A 17-speaker Meridian surround sound system is also available along with a host of active safety features including adaptive full-LED headlights, a head-up display, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with queue assist, and lane keeping assist.

Under the hood, the Jaguar XFL will be available with a choice of gas four- or six-cylinder engines mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0-liter turbo-four is available in 200- and 240-hp variants while the 3.0-liter V-6 generates 340 hp. Rear-wheel drive will be standard across the board as all-wheel drive isn"t currently offered.

(MAHWAH, N.J.) – September 3, 2015 –The all-new second-generation 2016 Jaguar XF luxury sedan featuring Jaguar aluminum-intensive construction will bring a unique blend of design, technology, and refinement to the segment.

With the launch of the 2016 XF sedan in Winter 2015, all current Jaguar models will now feature lightweight aluminum construction, as will future models such as the Jaguar XE sports sedan and Jaguar F-PACE performance crossover.

The XF will be offered in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, with a choice between two V6 supercharged engines and the brand’s most comprehensive suite of advanced performance, driver assistance and infotainment technology.

As part of the realignment of the Jaguar brand, the entry level XF now features a supercharged V6 engine, over the inline-4 of the previous model year, lowering the cost of entry into the premium powertrain. The XF model line-up also receives an all-new 380hp supercharged V6 engine providing customers with greater choice.

Redesigned from the ground up using Jaguar aluminum-intensive architecture, the second generation Jaguar XF delivers better proportions, more interior space and a progressive, highly streamlined form.

Taking its rightful place between the mid-size Jaguar XE and the full-size luxury Jaguar XJ sedans, the all-new Jaguar XF features a more vertical front end, shorter front overhang, longer wheelbase and new rear quarter windows. Mirroring the evolution of the Jaguar design language, the sleek, coupe-like profile, long hood with deep power bulge and the short front overhang make the XF stand apart from the crowd.

“In creating the all-new XF, as a design team we have been driven by discipline, the discipline of simplicity. Every exterior line on the XF has a clear purpose – nothing is superfluous. Achieving that simplicity takes time and requires great determination; it’s all too easy to add lines to a car, but much harder to add character by leaving lines out. Inside too, we have been driven by the desire to ensure the cabin of the all-new XF is as comforting as it is comfortable. New technology is combined carefully with materials that cosset and reassure. The all-new XF has a clear sense of calm and strength, both outside and inside – and I’m proud of my team for delivering that” said, Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar.

Benefiting from the design flexibility of the Jaguar modular vehicle architecture, the wheelbase of all-new XF has been increased by 2in (51mm) to 116.5in (2,960mm) while the overall length of the vehicle decreases by 0.3in (7mm) to 195in (4,954mm) long. This longer wheelbase delivers superior packaging that liberates an additional 0.6in (15mm) of rear legroom, 0.9in (24mm) of rear knee room and up to 1.1in (27mm) of rear headroom.

The front overhang is now 2.6in (66mm) shorter, emphasizing the car’s dynamic, rear-wheel drive stance and the outstanding proportions characteristic to all Jaguar vehicles.

The headlights, including the optional adaptive full-LED technology, are flush with the surrounding panels, improving aesthetics and aerodynamics. They also feature the signature Jaguar J-Blade LED daytime running lights and a ‘modern quad’ design, referencing the four round lights that Jaguar sedans have made iconic. The fluting running backwards from the top of the headlights is another detail inspired by the rich heritage of the Jaguar brand.

The one-piece aluminum body side pressings emphasize the Jaguar brand philosophy that surfacing should always be executed with the discipline of simplicity and purity. Designing and manufacturing these panels from a single sheet contributes not only to the overall stiffness of the body, but also to surfacing purity and quality as there are no visible joints.

The sweeping, coupe-like profile which defined the first-generation XF has evolved, and now features rear quarter windows. The additional feature allows for a clearer view out from the rear seats, and combined with the standard sunroof, allow more natural light to flood into the cabin.

At the rear, the LED tail lights feature the signature Jaguar design from the F-TYPE – a line intersecting a roundel – also used on the Jaguar XE. Here, the design is repeated, creating a clear hierarchy from the Jaguar XE, and an unmistakable pattern at night.

The chrome signature blade running across the trunk lid between the light clusters is slimmer than before, highlighting the taut surfaces and dynamic visual balance of the all-new Jaguar XF.

The interior of the XF has always attracted praise, especially the start-up sequence bringing the car to life as the rotary gear selector rises up from the center console and the air vents rotate into position. The goal was to retain that sense of occasion – and the strong, simple lines and horizontal feel of the instrument panel – but mature the design language and the use of materials, befitting the status of the all-new XF now that the Jaguar XE is in position as the entry-level Jaguar sports sedan.

The layered instrument panel, now with the Jaguar signature ‘Riva Hoop’ inspired by the Jaguar XJ, continues into the door, creating a unique cabin feel. This is enhanced by the generous application of veneers such as Gloss Figured Ebony and textured aluminum trim such as Dark Hex.

With options such as the reconfigurable, 12.3-inch full-TFT instrument cluster and 10.2-inch touchscreen1, four-zone climate control, cooled front seats and 10-color ambient lighting, the all-new Jaguar XF reflects the standard for interior luxury and design.

Used to create inherently light and stiff body structures, aluminum alloys, self-piercing rivets and structural adhesives enhance performance, efficiency, and dynamics. These attributes were engineered into the Jaguar aluminum-intensive architecture from which the all-new Jaguar XF was developed. Also featuring advanced high-strength steels, the aluminum-intensive unibody uses materials intelligently, exploiting each to its full potential.

Aluminum is also used to make the hood and front fenders, while the front-end carrier and cross-car beam are cast from even lighter magnesium alloys. Combined with the other weight savings made throughout the vehicle, the all-new Jaguar XF is up to 265lbs (AWD) lighter than its predecessor.

Features such as the high-pressure die-cast aluminum front suspension towers increase local stiffness and make a significant contribution to the ride, handling and steering of the all-new XF.

The move from an all-steel to an aluminum-intensive unibody leverages more than a decade’s experience of manufacturing luxury vehicles from aluminum in high volume. The one-piece body sides of the all-new XF are testament to expertise in working with the material. Pressed from a single sheet of high-strength 6000-series alloy, the body sides weigh less than 13.2lbs (6kg). Perfecting the deep haunches and the quarter windows incorporated all of the learning from the Jaguar F-TYPE in terms of depth of draw and tightness of radii.

Assembly to the rest of the structure uses a two-stage framing process. The technique allows for greater joint efficiency through optimized positioning of the rivets. This translates to increased torsional rigidity of the body, making the all-new Jaguar XF up to 28 percent stiffer than its predecessor.

The all-new Jaguar XF is more refined with much of the improvement coming from reducing structure-born noise. Critical to this is that the body behaves as one homogeneous structure: wherever vibration energy finds a discontinuity it will concentrate and then radiate noise through to the cabin.

5000-series aluminum alloy pressings are used where stiffness is a key, such as in the underframe reinforcements. These include RC5754, a grade unique to Jaguar Land Rover, which is made predominantly from recycled material. Around half of this is scrap sourced from the press shops, helping not only the move towards closed-loop recycling but also reductions in overall electricity consumption and therefore lifecycle CO2 emissions.

The all-new Jaguar XF exceeds expectations of how a sedan should ride, handle and steer. Comfort and refinement have been taken to a higher level and combined with excellent agility and responsiveness. The light yet exceptionally stiff body with its combination of aluminum and advanced high-strength steels delivers a near-50:50 weight distribution.

Double-wishbone front and Integral Link rear suspension systems provide the inherently high levels of stiffness needed for agile handling and steering precision with the compliance essential for first-class comfort and refinement. Advanced damper technologies – both passive and continuously-variable – improve ride quality and extend the breadth of dynamic capability of the XF.

“The all-new XF has to deliver both driver reward through agility and immediacy of response when it’s called for, and yet great ride composure and comfort too. The light and rigid aluminum intensive architecture of the all-new XF is a key enabler for us delivering those attributes, as it provides an optimal basis for finely tuning the ride and handling characteristics of the car. The result is that the new XF is as satisfying to drive quickly, as it is comfortable to be driven in.”–Mike Cross, Chief Engineer of Vehicle Integrity, Jaguar

With many components made entirely from lightweight aluminum, the double-wishbone front suspension of the XF is modeled closely to that of the Jaguar F-TYPE. Its high camber stiffness means that the tires are able to generate lateral force immediately – which translates to sharper and more immediate turn-in. And the high roll camber gain means that the tire’s contact patch is maintained, generating more grip and delivering better feel.

The optimum balance of ride and handling requires lateral and longitudinal stiffness to be tuned independently. Integral Link suspension enables the all-new XF to realize exceptional levels of comfort and handling. Bushings soft in recession allow the wheels to move rearwards and upwards upon impact, providing excellent energy absorption characteristics.

Steering response and on-center feel are among the most important attributes which define the Jaguar dynamic driving DNA. One of the key enablers to this is the tuning potential of electric power-assisted steering (EPAS). From filters which damp unwanted disturbances caused by road surface irregularities to algorithms which compensate for changes in ambient temperature – EPAS has a lot to offer.

Incorporating all of the learning from the F-TYPE and XE, the advantages of EPAS have been fully exploited, giving the all-new XF a more connected feel with an intuitive, linear response.

Making the body of the all-new XF lighter and stiffer delivers inherent benefits in terms of ride control, but Jaguar dynamics engineers looked closely at other fundamental improvements that could be made. One of the most effective was the integration of next-generation passive damper technology to enhance comfort.

The Jaguar Adaptive Dynamics system2 has also evolved. Still monitoring body movement 100 times a second and wheel movement 500 times a second, the control algorithms for the adaptive dampers are now more advanced – further enhancing low-speed ride comfort as well improving handling and agility at higher speeds 3.

First developed for the F-TYPE, Configurable Dynamics takes the duality of character of the XF to the next level. The system allows the driver to individually tailor the throttle mapping, transmission shift strategy, steering feel and Adaptive Dynamics settings using the touchscreen. Configurable dynamics is offered in conjunction with Adaptive Dynamics.

Enthusiasts demanding the most involving driving experience now have the choice of the Jaguar free-revving 3.0-liter supercharged V6 engine in 340hp and 380hp ratings –equipped with either rear- or all-wheel drive (AWD).

This is the first time the 380hp version has been used in a Jaguar sedan and is reserved for the all-new XF S. Matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission, this model is capable of covering the 0-60mph sprint in 5.1 seconds on its way to an electronically-limited maximum speed of 155mph 3.

The all-new Jaguar XF is available with one of two specifically-optimized eight-speed automatic ZF® transmissions. AWD engines are paired with the familiar 8HP70 transmission, while rear-wheel drive derivatives are matched to the lighter, more compact 8HP45. Combined with the unique Jaguar rotary gear shift controller and paddle shifters, these transmissions offer an exceptional driving experience, blending smooth launch behavior with seamless shifting.

The transmission module monitors driving style and adapts its shift pattern to suit. The ECU is also networked to the JaguarDrive Control™, offering quicker shifts and more dynamic kickdown in Dynamic mode, and earlier up-shifts in Eco mode.

Another technology proven first on F-TYPE and now standard on the all-new XF is Torque Vectoring by Braking. On corner entry, lightly braking the inner wheels individually can mitigate understeer and help the driver to take the ideal line. Intervention is subtle and virtually transparent to the driver, but the increased agility is felt immediately.

With the option of AWD, the all-new XF builds on the success of its predecessor with a next-generation torque on demand system and Intelligent Driveline Dynamics (IDD). To maximize the system’s potential, IDD is networked to the Torque Vectoring by Braking system and the Dynamic Stability Control.

IDD is designed to preserve Jaguar dynamics DNA while maximizing the performance and handling benefits of the additional traction, especially in adverse conditions or on poor road surfaces. Primarily a rear-wheel drive sports sedan, the all-new XF also satisfies growing worldwide demand for AWD vehicles.

Adding to the AWD capability of the all-new XF is Adaptive Surface Response (AdSR) which is designed to determine what kind of surface the car is driving on – normal roads, wet or gravel roads, or snow and ice – and modify the maps for the steering, throttle, transmission and stability control systems according to the conditions.

AdSR, standard on vehicles equipped with both AWD and Adaptive Dynamics, replaces JaguarDrive Control’s Winter mode. AdSR functions throughout the vehicle’s entire speed range.

The all-new XF features two available infotainment systems. The standard system is InControl Touch and is based around an 8-inch capacitive touchscreen featuring the new Jaguar user interface. Designed to be simple and intuitive to use, the contemporary graphics are crisp and clear. The touchscreen supports gestures familiar to smartphone and tablet users such as ‘swipe’ to perform actions and ‘drag’ to scroll across maps.

Planning journeys through the available navigation system is quicker and easier thanks to smart data entry and faster route calculation. Map data stored on a SD card is rendered in high quality 2D and 3D images. Turn-by-turn instructions can also be shown in the optional Heads-Up Display2, enabling the driver to keep their eyes on the road.

The all-new Jaguar XF is the first model to offer the equally new optional InControl Touch Pro™ infotainment system. At the heart of InControl Touch Pro is a 10.2-inch capacitive touchscreen. There are no buttons on either side, instead, all the functionality has been neatly integrated into the bottom section of the touchscreen.

“Jaguar InControl Touch Pro is the most sophisticated infotainment system we’ve ever developed and uses a quad-core processor, solid-state driver and Ethernet to deliver exceptional performance. The 10.2-inch touchscreen and features such as our latest navigation that can learn your commute and make every journey in the all-new XF more rewarding.” - Ian Hoban, Vehicle Line Director, Jaguar XF

Utilizing a data connection enables even greater functionality and location-based features and information. The all-new XF InControl touch Pro™ offers door-to-door route planning and guidance incorporating public transport options, Commute Mode which learns your daily drive so that it can automatically offer alternative routes to avoid congestion using historical and real-time traffic information, and Approach Mode which shows a 360° interactive view of your destination when you’re approximately 650ft away.

Dialing-in to a conference call, searching for a hotel room or just catching up with the news, with the optional Jaguar InControl® Apps™ the all-new Jaguar XF ensures that drivers can seamlessly connect Apple® and Android™ smartphones to the vehicle. Via a USB cable and the dedicated port in the center console, InControl Apps™ provides access to compatible apps on the device using the vehicle’s touchscreen1.

Also standard with the all-new XF is the new Jaguar InControl Remote™, which enables customers to remotely interact with the vehicle using a smartphone. Through this app, vehicle owners can bring the cabin to a pre-set temperate by remotely starting the engine, or check key vehicle data such as fuel tank fill level and door lock status. The app also enables the driver to remotely lock or unlock the car and receive alerts if the alarm sounds, with the option to reset it. A beep and flash feature can help drivers find the vehicle if they’ve forgotten where it was parked or provides a map to lead them to it.

Pulling away on low-friction surfaces such as snow, ice or wet grass can be challenging; which is why the all-new XF features the revolutionary Jaguar Land Rover All-Surface Progress Control (ASPC) system.

Leveraging the knowledge built up over decades of Jaguar Land Rover experience in off-road technologies, ASPC delivers a step-change in capability because there’s no driver input on the pedals: the driver just has to steer.

The stereo camera also supports the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA) systems2 available on the Jaguar XF. By monitoring the vehicle’s position relative to lane markings, LDW is designed to notify the driver if they begin to drift out of lane by providing visual warning in the instrument panel and a haptic warning through the steering wheel rim. If the driver drifts too close to the edge of the lane, the LKA system can guide the driver towards the center of the lane by applying a small amount of counter-steering. The amount of torque applied to the steering wheel is slight and can be easily over-ridden by the driver at any time.

Available on the all-new XF, the Driver Drowsing Monitoring (DDM) system2 is designed evaluate patterns of driver inactivity, such as little or no steering, pedal or instrument panel activity followed by sudden or excessive inputs, and provide multistage visual and audible warnings when driver drowsiness is noticed.

To assist drivers in areas where speed limits change often, Jaguar has developed an Intelligent Speed Limiter (ISL) which uses the TSR system data to monitor changes in the speed limit and automatically increase or decrease the vehicle’s speed to match.

The all-new XF is the latest Jaguar sedan to feature a laser Heads-Up Display (HUD). Projecting key information such as vehicle speed, gear shift indication and navigation instructions onto the windshield, this system is designed to help the driver keep their eyes on the road.

Laser technology offers several advantages over conventional TFT systems. The images it generates offer superior color saturation and higher contrast, so they’re more resistant to ‘washout’ in bright sunlight. And the system is not only more compact, but it’s almost a third lighter.

The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system familiar from the previous XF has been enhanced with a function designed to take even more of the effort and monotony out of driving in heavy traffic. Using a long-range 77GHz scanning radar, the system is designed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, all the way down to a standstill. Queue Assist then enables the all-new XF to track the vehicle in front as the traffic starts moving again.

The all-new XF features semi-automated park assist functions for both perpendicular and parallel parking. Ultrasonic sensors measure the space and, if it’s suitable, will enable the car to steer itself into position; the driver simply has to operate the accelerator and the brakes. In the case of parallel parking, the system can also steer the vehicle out again.

All 2016 Jaguar models sold in the U.S. will feature Jaguar EliteCare, a new 5-year/60,000 mile customer care and warranty program4 that stands behind the 2015 J.D. Power Customer Service Index (CSI) Study ranking Jaguar #1 in Customer Satisfaction among luxury brands. Jaguar EliteCare includes:

1 Do not use Jaguar InControl® features under conditions that will affect your safety or the safety of others. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control.

2 These features are not a substitute for driving safely with due care and attention and will not function under all circumstances, speeds, weather and road conditions, etc. Driver should not assume that these features will correct errors of judgment in driving. Please consult the owner"s manual or your local authorized Jaguar Retailer for more details.

4 Class is cars sold by luxury automobile brands and claim is based on total package of warranty, maintenance and other coverage programs. For complete details regarding Jaguar EliteCare coverage, please visit JAGUARUSA.COM, call 1.800.4.JAGUAR or visit your local Jaguar Retailer."

5 Price shown is Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Excludes $995 destination/handling charge, tax, title, license, and retailer fees, all due at signing, and optional equipment. Retailer price, terms and vehicle availability may vary. See your local authorized Jaguar Retailer for details.

The all-new Jaguar XF today made its global motor show debut in New York. Formed around Jaguar"s aluminium-intensive architecture, the all-new XF will bring an unrivalled blend of design, luxury, technology, dynamic capability and efficiency to the business car segment.

Ian Callum,Director of Design, Jaguar, said: "I believe the all-new XF is the best looking car in its class. Elegant, handsome and with proportions that imbue a great sense of integrity - the all-new XF is true to the great tradition of sporting Jaguar saloons while being completely of its time."

The all-new XF"s dynamic, coupé-like design combines the outstanding proportions, elegant surfaces and perfect lines which define all Jaguar cars, with a longer wheelbase, more interior space and exceptionally low aerodynamic drag.

The all-new XF offers a host of additional technology including full-LED headlights, a laser head-up display which delivers high-contrast colour images, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with queue-assist, lane keep-assist, intelligent speed limiter and semi-automated parking

The all-new Jaguar XF brings an unrivalled blend of design, luxury, technology and efficiency to lead the business car segment, underpinned by class-leading driving dynamics and refinement.

The dynamic, coupé-like design is formed around Jaguar"s aluminium-intensive architecture and combines the outstanding proportions, elegant surfaces and perfect lines which define all Jaguar cars, with a longer wheelbase, more interior space and exceptionally low aerodynamic drag.

The cabin is a seamless blend of contemporary luxury materials and finishes, traditional Jaguar craftsmanship and state-of-the art technology, with features such as a reconfigurable 12.3-inch TFT instrument cluster, laser head-up display and the InControl Touch Pro premium infotainment system - the all-new XF is the most connected Jaguar ever.

The 2007 XF was a radical step forward for Jaguar - and for the business car segment. Combining a sleek, coupé-like exterior and a luxurious interior, it set the class benchmark for aesthetics and driving dynamics.

Features such as the rotary shift controller, rotating air vents and phosphor blue ambient lighting set the cabin apart from the competition and made the XF a highly desirable, aspirational vehicle. It was like nothing Jaguar had ever made before, and like nothing the competition could offer. The XF went on to become the most-awarded Jaguar ever.

The all-new XF retains its predecessor"s core attributes, but uses Jaguar"s aluminium-intensive architecture to enable weight savings of up to 190kg - making the 163PS diesel model 80kg lighter than the nearest competitor - plus an increase in torsional stiffness of up to 28 per cent. The architecture also delivers dramatic improvements in packaging and the proportions so essential to Jaguar design.

The all-new XF is 4,954mm long: at 2,960 the wheelbase is 51mm longer than before, the front overhang 66mm shorter. Though 7mm shorter and 3mm lower than the original XF, rear seat space is class-leading thanks to 15mm more legroom, 24mm more kneeroom and up to 27mm more headroom than before. Aerodynamics are also superior: the drag coefficient drops from 0.29 to just 0.26.

The light, stiff body is also fundamental to the all-new XF"s superb vehicle dynamics. Double wishbone front suspension and Integral Link rear suspension - combined with near-50:50 weight distribution - deliver the ideal balance between ride and handling.

Adopting Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) maintains Jaguar"s leadership in steering feel but also reduces fuel consumption by up to two per cent and three per cent for diesel and petrol models respectively. EPAS also enables functions such as camber compensation and advanced driver assistance systems including lane-keep assist, driver condition monitoring and bay- and parallel park-assist.

Jaguar Configurable Dynamics technology, optional on all V6 models, provides the ultimate in control and enables the driver to individually tailor settings of the dampers, steering, engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.

A first for XF AWD is the addition of the Adaptive Surface Response (AdSR) mode to Jaguar Drive Control. Leveraging Jaguar Land Rover"s unrivalled expertise, AdSR identifies the type of surface, such as snow or gravel, and adapts the mapping of the engine, transmission, steering and Dynamic Stability Control to make the vehicle even more composed in low-grip conditions.

Infotainment and connectivity is the most advanced Jaguar has ever offered. The all-new InControl Touch Pro system builds on the intuitive user interface of InControl Touch, and supports all the same features - including InControl Apps, InControl Remote and Wi-Fi hotspot - but offers a 10.2-inch touchscreen and Dual View technology which simultaneously allows the driver to see information such as navigation, while the front seat passenger watches TV or a DVD.

To enrich the experience there"s also natural voice control, supporting commands such as "more like this" for track selection, and 10GB of the 60GB solid-state drive is dedicated to media storage, enabling Gracenote album art to be displayed. Audio systems include the exceptional 17-speaker, 825W Meridian digital surround sound system.

To minimise driver distraction the all-new XF offers a colour laser head-up display. Compared to competitor systems, this technology is smaller, lighter, and generates high contrast images which are easier to read in strong sunlight.

The traffic sign recognition system brings Jaguar"s first application of an intelligent speed limiter. Once set, the system monitors speed limit signs, compares them with navigation data and, when a change in speed limit is posted, can regulate vehicle speed by either smoothly accelerating the car up to a higher limit or slowing it down to a lower limit.

The all-new XF is also the first Jaguar to offer adaptive full-LED headlights. Featuring two banks of LEDs and reflectors - one for dipped beam, the other for main beam - they generate light with a colour temperature closer to that of daylight than is achievable with Xenon lights, delivering better illumination. At the same time, energy consumption is reduced. So efficient are they that, unlike first-generation designs, cooling fans are not needed.

"The XF nameplate sits at the very heart of Jaguar; the original XF was revolutionary for the brand, and now the all-new aluminium-intensive XF represents another innovative step-change within the business segment.

"Lighter and more efficient, with enhanced space, an all-new premium infotainment system, a greater breadth of powertrains, unrivalled dynamics and refinement and, of course, world-leading design, the all-new XF offers customers a compelling package."

Jaguar"s best-selling model, the XF, is moving from a steel body to the aluminum-intensive monocoque architecture used on the XE and XJ. It"s one of the latest steps the luxury car maker has taken to meet regulatory and emissions demands in Europe and the U.S. The new car, scheduled for introduction in winter, was debuted to the public at the 2015 New York Auto Show. It"s a midsize-plus model, fitting between the full-size XJ and the mid-size XE.

The car has a body-in-white that is some 75% aluminum, and much of that aluminum is RC5754, which is primarily scrap recycled with a small percent of new material. The recycled aluminum, which comes from Jaguar"s press shops, constitutes much of the 5000 series wrought alloy (aluminum and magnesium) that is used on the XF, where specified to add stiffness (as for underbody reinforcements).

The steel applications pose an obvious galvanic-corrosion-protection requirement and Jaguar employs a five layer process based on aerospace techniques. First a zinc coating is applied to the steel. Then the joints are made with structural adhesive. Next, the entire body is electrocoated. Following that, seam sealer is applied, and finally the body is painted. There are no body welds, although self-piercing rivets are used.

Jaguar uses specific high-strength aluminum alloys for front and rear crash structures and the A- and B-pillars. The front structure joint with the A-pillar is a large section shaped to distribute crash energy. The B-pillar also gets an ultra-high-strength (boron) steel reinforcement and is filled with high-density foam. The front suspension towers are high-pressure die-cast aluminum for added stiffness in that area.

Assembling the side panels to the remainder of the body structure starts with precise locating of the rivets, so the overall result is a more torsionally rigid package. Jaguar claims up to 28% improvement, with the 2016 model specification at 21.7 kN·m (16,000 lb·ft) per degree.

Naturally a Jaguar has to be quiet and the best way is to ensure that is to design noise out. The crash structure behind the front bulkhead, for example, consists of sealed double-wall sections. Foam fillers are placed inside boxed aluminum sections, and when the body goes through the electrocoating ovens, the foam expands to fill. In other locations, sound deadening is a spray-on type that can perform the needed sound reduction with less added weight than mastic sheeting.

The XF is some 80 kg (176 lb) lighter than comparable competition, Jaguar claims, and 190 kg (419 lb) below the previous model with the steel body. Vehicle weight is 3902 lb (1770 kg) for the rear wheel drive model, 4145 lb (1880 kg) for the AWD.

In addition, there"s Jaguar"s optional active damping system, which senses body movements 100 times/s and wheel movement 500 times/s. This electronic system has been improved for better control of damping at all speeds, and incorporates advanced algorithms for road texture detection to provide better traction. Like the F-Type, it can now be driver-configured at the control stack touch-screen.

The XF incorporates a standard advanced traction control system (All Surface Progress Control) that improves drive away on both rear-drive and AWD models in ice and snow. Also included with AWD is torque vectoring by braking, for which the vehicle"s electronic stability control modulates torque-on-demand for varying weather conditions.

Integrated with AWD and the active damping system is Jaguar"s Adaptive Surface Response. ASR employs algorithms for road-surface-texture detection and uses the information to modify steering response, transmission shifting, throttle response, and stability control operation.

The XF has a full suite of optional safety features, including automatic emergency braking. For connectivity, it offers the 10.2-in corporate capacitive touch screen with Incontrol Apps for a smartphone. This touch screen and the 12.3-in configurable TFT (thin film transistor) instrument cluster also are available on the Land Rover Range Rover.

Seventies sitcom man had a strip of wood and an FM radio/cassette to telegraph his superiority. His progeny demands rather more, and inside is where hearts, minds and wallets are now won. JLR’s new ‘electronic vehicle architecture’ – EVA 2.0 – arrives in the XF supporting the company’s Pivi Pro dual sim infotainment system and software-over-the-air tech, future-proofing the car. We’ve seen this system already on the Land Rover Defender, and there’s no question it’s a major step forward. Two key attributes: it’s fast, and it’s extremely easy to use. And clever, too. Its smart settings use AI to learn a driver’s habits for media, phone and comfort settings, and a remote App tracks the car by smartphone and can heat or cool the cabin remotely. Pretty soon we’ll need an extra phone just for the Apps.

It also looks good. Although smaller than the huge unit so beloved of the Teslerati, the XF’s 11.4in curved glass touchscreen is chemically strengthened and has a dual coating for anti-glare and to make fingerprints easier to wipe away. Jaguar says that 90 per cent of the most commonly used functions are located within two taps of the home screen, and the system has its own dedicated power source so it’s ready to go as soon as you are. The dual sims and two LTE modems allow it to carry out multiple functions simultaneously, Jaguar says, allowing it to stream and implement SOTA updates without it having a meltdown.

Elsewhere inside, the XF gains extra clarity and customisation in the main TFT instrument display. There’s active road noise cancellation, and cabin air ionisation uses a PM (particulate matter) 2.5 filter to remove particles and allergens (no word on mutating pathogens). Climate control is still done by rotary controllers; you pull it towards you to adjust the fan speed. The driver selector is new, and has what Jaguar refers to as a ‘cricket ball’ finish. It looks and feels fabulous, part of a subtle undercurrent of Britishness pervading the interior, that also adds an embossed leaper on the head-rests and ‘est. 1935 Jaguar Coventry’ motifs about the place. It probably works better if you’ve never actually been to Coventry (just kidding, many fine bands have come from the place).

All told, this is a vast improvement on the previous car, although even with aluminium and open pore wood trim options, it’s still possible to spec an XF in a way that plunges it back into the 20th century and onto Terry and June’s driveway. Goodness knows what they would have made of the ClearSight camera rear view mirror, though. Doesn’t work for me, at all.

The all-new, aluminium-rich and more technologically advanced 2016 Jaguar XF will make its Australian debut in early February, the British carmaker has confirmed.

Kicking off from $82,800 plus on-road costs for the base-level Prestige 20d diesel model, the cost of entry into the new XF range is markedly higher than the eight year-old car it replaces, which currently kicks off at $74,285 - before any ‘end of life’ bargaining sharpens it further.

Speaking with media today, Jaguar Australia managing director Matthew Wiesner noted that while the previous model “had a couple of jobs”, the new XF will play “in its correct position”.

“Given that we’ve got XE in the marketplace doing its job below it in the medium segment, XF can perform its rightful role, sitting on top of XE,” Wiesner said.

As with the smaller XE, the new British-built XF is built on a new aluminium-intensive architecture, joined by new comfort and safety technologies, and a new ‘Ingenium’ 2.0-litre diesel engine.

Jaguar promises a lighter and more efficient design with the new XF. It is also more spacious, with 15mm more legroom, 24mm knee room and 27mm more headroom than before.

The 2016 XF’s new platform also means there’s weight savings in the neighbourhood of 190kg, matched to an increase in torsional stiffness of up to 28 percent.

An 8.0-inch display and InControl Touch package will be standard across the range, with a 10.2-inch touch display with InControl Touch Pro available as an option.

There’s also a reconfigurable 12.3-inch TFT instrument cluster display behind the steering wheel, with four visual models and full-screen navigation display.

The all-new Jaguar XFL delivers unparalleled passenger luxury and technology to the business segment; this is a luxury long-wheelbase saloon that is as good to be driven in as it is to drive. Jaguar’s peerless design discipline, together with class-leading dynamics, offers a unique and compelling alternative to the Chinese business customer.

Building on the success of the new XF saloon, this long wheelbase version has been developed exclusively for the Chinese market, and provides all of the space and refinement expected in the segment without compromising the outstanding proportions and elegant lines which distinguish Jaguar design from the competition.

Passenger comfort has been a key consideration and increasing the wheelbase by 140mm to 3,100mm delivers exceptional legroom and kneeroom in the rear seats. The extra length has been perfectly integrated into the XFL’s form, preserving the elegance and sporting profile of the roofline.

Whether for work or for relaxing, the all-new XFL’s row-two is designed to be the perfect environment, made all the better by four-zone climate control and – in a Jaguar-first – cabin air ionisation for greater comfort. The amount of natural light flooding in through the extensive glasshouse with characteristic sixth-light is enhanced by the opening twin aperture panoramic roof.

With the state-of-the-art InControl Touch Pro infotainment system, the all-new XFL offers rear seat entertainment through 8-inch screens and digital wireless headphones. Capable of showing two concurrent TV channels, the screens can also display media from devices connected through the HDMI/MHL port in the new rear console. InControl Touch Pro is also available with the outstanding Meridian Surround Sound System with 17 speakers (including subwoofer) and 825W of pure digital audio throughout the interior.

Jaguars are always defined by proportion, and the standard wheelbase XF is proof of this. The Design team did not want to compromise that when creating the all-new XFL – it too had to be the best looking car in its segment.

The result is a car which maintains all of the muscularity and balance of XF while delivering extra space and luxury. New features such as the chrome strips in the door handles and the sill finishers, together with the integrated chrome tailpipe finishers in the rear valance, provide further subtle distinctions that this is the all-new XFL.

Since the first-generation XF was launched in 2007, the interior has always set the standard for luxury, craftsmanship and innovative technologies such as the rotary gear shifter and the rotating air vents. These elements still feature, but the all-new XFL takes the row-two experience to a completely new level: the exceptional ride quality delivered by the all-new XFL’s Lightweight Aluminium Architecture and class-leading suspension design is more than matched by the comfort delivered by seats available with heating, cooling and massage functions, and perforated Windsor leather.

The Jaguar XFL will be the first Jaguar produced at Chery Jaguar Land Rover’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Changshu and heralds the opening of China’s first purpose-built aluminium body shop. The body shop is almost 50,000m2 and contains a fully flexible production line including more than 300 robots.

Designed and engineered in Britain, the all-new XFL is the first Jaguar to be made in China, and is manufactured at Chery Jaguar Land Rover’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Changshu.

Staying true to the principles of elegant lines and disciplined surfacing, the all-new Jaguar XFL delivers perfect integration of its extended wheelbase and is the most visually dynamic car in the segment.

As a manufacturer with an unrivalled tradition of designing outstanding sporting saloons, Jaguar has once again set the benchmark. The design intent was to create the best looking car in the class, and the all-new XFL delivers.

From any angle the all-new XFL is instantly recognisable as a Jaguar. The sleek, coupé-like profile, long bonnet with deep power bulge and the short front overhang mark this car out as a sporting luxury saloon stood apart from the crowd.

Working in direct partnership with engineering and manufacturing, Jaguar’s design team started with the Lightweight Aluminium Architecture and used it to shape a long wheelbase version of the new XF that would offer even more interior luxury and space without compromising the perfect proportions or muscular, sporting elegance.

The additional 140mm in the wheelbase, which now measures 3,100mm, is seamlessly integrated into the highly streamlined form. The longer wheelbase not only delivers 157mm more rear legroom and 116mm more rear kneeroom than the standard wheelbase XF, but also contributes to the even greater ride comfort.

The short front overhang emphasises the car’s dynamic, rear-wheel drive stance and the outstanding proportions characteristic to all Jaguars. The near-vertical mesh grille delivers a prestigious, mature look to the car and helps to optimise cooling.

The headlights – including the adaptive full-LED technology – are flush with the surrounding panels, improving not only aesthetics but also aerodynamics. They also feature Jaguar’s signature J-Blade LED daytime running lights and a ‘modern quad’ design, referencing the four round lights that Jaguar saloons have made iconic. The fluting running backwards from the top of the headlights is another detail inspired by Jaguar’s rich heritage.

The power bulge on the long aluminium bonnet runs all the way through to the nose cone, emphasising the car’s performance potential. Integrating Jaguar’s latest-generation deployable bonnet technology into the rear hinge assembly enabled the bonnet line to be 35mm lower. Not only does this contribute to the sleek design but also improves visibility as well as pedestrian protection.

The one-piece aluminium bodyside pressings emphasise Jaguar’s philosophy that surfacing should always be executed with discipline, simplicity and purity. Designing and manufacturing these panels from a single sheet is extremely challenging but contributes not only to the overall stiffness of the body, but also to surfacing purity and quality because there are no visible joints.

The door handles are available with chrome inserts, and the new sill finishers benefit from a chrome strip running the full length of the doors. As befits its status, this brightware helps to distinguish the all-new XFL from the sports-oriented character of the standard wheelbase saloon and provides a subtle visual reference to the all-new XFL’s greater luxury and prestige.

The elegant daylight opening graphic features a full return, the form inspired by past Jaguar sports saloons. With radii honed to within fractions of a millimetre to deliver the complex curvature, the feature is testament to Jaguar’s expertise in working with aluminium.

At the rear, the LED tail lights feature the signature Jaguar graphic from F-TYPE – a line intersecting a roundel – also used on the XE. But here, the graphic is repeated, creating a clear hierarchy from XE, and an unmistakable pattern at night.

The slender chrome signature blade running across the bootlid between the light clusters emphasises the all-new XFL’s taut surfaces and dynamic visual balance. To deliver the flush fit of the light clusters and perfect integration of the chrome blade, the bootlid is made from two steel pressings joined by laser brazing. As well as being highly energy-efficient, this state-of-the-art process was selected for its precision and neat, clean finish.

Completing the rear-end design is a new lower valance featuring twin integrated exhaust finishers. Like the chrome inserts in the door handles and the along the sills, these details enrich the all-new XFL’s exterior form and reflect the even greater levels of interior luxury.

From the first generation, the interior of the XF has always attracted praise, especially the start-up sequence bringing the car to life as the rotary gear selector rises up from the centre console and the air vents rotate into position.

This sense of occasion remains in the all-new XFL, complementing the strong, simple lines and horizontal feel of the instrument panel: complete with Jaguar signature ‘Riva Hoop’ inspired by XJ, the structure continues into the doors, creating a unique cabin feel. This is enhanced by the generous application of veneers such as Gloss Figured Ebony and textured aluminium trim such as Morse Code.

Offering features including a 12.3-inch virtual instrument cluster and 10.2-inch touchscreen, four-zone climate control with cabin air ionisation technology, configurable 10-colour ambient lighting, heated and cooled massage seats with Windsor leather facings, folding rear tables, rear-seat entertainment system, opening twin aperture panoramic roof with sunblind and electric side and rear window blinds, the all-new XFL resets the standard for interior luxury and design.

Appreciation of the all-new XFL’s interior starts from the outside – there’s an approach sequence leading you in to the car as the Jaguar Intaglio at the centre of the Riva Hoop is lit up.

Sitting in the rear of the all-new XFL offers a truly sublime experience. The sixth-light and twin-aperture panoramic roof let more natural light into the cabin and, just as importantly, heighten the perception of space.

Compared to the standard XF, the all-new XFL benefits from ambient lighting in the rear footwells, joining the subtle illumination of the door releases, the door stowage areas and the signature lines along the veneers. The veneers themselves are longer – another subtle design feature signifying that this is the long wheelbase model. Electric blinds are available for the side windows and rear screen to offer greater privacy, while four-zone climate control with cabin air ionisation make the second row an even more comfortable place to be.

Folding rear tables transform the all-new XFL into a mobile office, while the 8-inch screens of the rear seat entertainment system can play digital TV and films, or media streamed from devices such as tablets and smartphones via the HDMI/MHL port. The folding centre armrest features a large storage compartment and deployable cupholders.

With a tablet-style touchscreen, a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to eight devices, apps for wearable technology and a Meridian Surround Sound system, the all-new XFL’s next-generation infotainment system ensures that you’re always connected.

The all-new XFL is offered with the InControl Touch system with 8-inch capacitive touchscreen, and the next-generation InControl Touch Pro system – Jaguar’s most advanced infotainment system ever. InControl Touch Pro is designed around a tablet-style 10.2-inch touchscreen and is as intuitive to use as it is powerful, making every journey a more enjoyable, rewarding experience.

The screen delivers superb graphics and the super-wide display enables multi-tasking. So for instance, media can be shown in the main area of the screen, while the side panel can show journey status or phone details.

A companion app for iOS and Android smartphones enables true door-to-door route planning and guidance and can help you to complete the final stage of your journey on foot. The app also enables synching of routes and destinations between the device and the all-new XFL’s InControl Touch Pro system so that routes can be set in advance and uploaded automatically once in the car.

InControl Touch Pro is designed to deliver exceptional audio performance too, and offers a choice of two systems developed specifically for the all-new XFL together with world-renowned British firm Meridian. The first is a superb 380W system with 11 speakers (including subwoofer), while the truly outstanding surround sound system delivers 825W and features 17 speakers (including subwoofer).

To enhance the experience still further, the surround sound system benefits from Meridian’s and Audyssey’s signal processing technologies, producing rich, balanced sound throughout the all-new XFL’s cabin. And because all of the speakers and amplifiers are so carefully matched, it delivers its high output with exceptionally low levels of total harmonic distortion – just 0.2 per cent.

The rear-seat entertainment system is another highlight. Exclusive to the all-new XFL, this system features 8-inch screens, which can support two concurrent channels, enabling one passenger to watch TV, for example, while the other watches a film. Audio is delivered over digital wireless headphones.

The all-new XFL’s InControl Touch and InControl Touch Pro infotainment systems support the familiar InControl Apps, Wi-Fi Hotspot and InControl Protect features, but now the InControl Remote app is available for the Apple Watch and the Android Wear watch, making it simpler and more convenient than ever to interact with the vehicle – no matter where you are.

Aluminium alloys, self-piercing rivets, structural adhesives: these are the essential elements around which every Jaguar is designed. Used to create inherently light, stiff body structures, they enable the highest standards of performance, efficiency, safety and dynamics.

These attributes were engineered into Jaguar’s Lightweight Aluminium Architecture from the very beginning. It is from this state-of-the-art modular structure that the all-new XFL was developed. Also featuring advanced high-strength steels, it uses materials intelligently, exploiting each to its full potential. Aluminium is also used to make the bonnet and front fenders, while the front-end carrier and cross-car beam are cast from even lighter magnesium alloys.

The aluminium-intensive monocoque leverages more than a decade’s experience of manufacturing luxury cars from aluminium in high volume. The one-piece bodysides of the all-new XFL are testament to Jaguar’s world-leading expertise in working with the material.

Stamped from a single sheet of high-strength 6000-series alloy, the bodysides weigh just over 7kg and are among the most technically-challenging panels Jaguar has developed – they push the very limits of what is possible in terms of designing and manufacturing in aluminium. Perfecting the deep haunches and the sixth-light incorporated all of the learning from F-TYPE in terms of depth of draw and tightness of radii.

Features such as the high-pressure die-cast aluminium front suspension towers increase local stiffness and make a significant contribution to the all-new XFL’s benchmark ride, handling and steering.

The all-new XFL is even more refined too, and much of the improvement comes from reducing structure-borne noise. Critical to this is that the body behaves as one homogeneous structure: wherever vibration energy finds a discontinuity it will concentrate and then radiate noise through to the cabin.

A further example of the painstaking attention to detail which delivered the all-new XFL’s benchmark low levels of cabin noise is typified by the way in which the high-level brake light is fitted to the body: this full-LED light has a seal and an acoustic barrier behind that to minimise any noise leakage through to the interior.

Aluminium pressings used where stiffness is a key criterion, such as underframe reinforcements, are typically formed from 5000-series alloys. These include RC5754, a grade unique to Jaguar Land Rover, and which is made predominantly from recycled material.

Around half of this is scrap sourced from the press shops, helping not only the move towards closed-loop recycling but also reductions in overall electricity consumption and therefore lifecycle CO2 emissions. Innovations such as this are a further example of Jaguar Land Rover’s world-class aluminium expertise and drive for environmental sustainability.

The all-new XFL has been engineered to meet the most demanding crash test requirements. As part of the intelligent material mix in the body, the rear longitudinal members and the B-pillar reinforcements are made from ultra-high strength hot-formed boron steels, providing exceptional rigidity and stability of the occupant safety cell.

Pedestrian protection benefits from the more vertical front grille and the improved energy-absorbing properties of the front bumper but is enhanced even further by Jaguar’s latest-generation deployable bonnet technology.

Jaguar’s commitment to improving pedestrian protection in this way began back in 2006 with the launch of the XK. Compared to the airbag system used then, which was further developed for the first-generation XF, the latest technology in the all-new XFL has even more accurate and robust sensing plus improved firing times, as well as weight and packaging benefits.

The all-new Jaguar XFL exceeds all expectations of how a business saloon should ride, handle and steer. Comfort and refinement have been taken to an even higher level and combined with agility and responsiveness that are unequalled in the segment.

Whether on city streets, a motorway cruise, or on mountain roads, from behind the wheel or when relaxing in the back, the all-new XFL has been designed to deliver a driving experience that sets the class standard.

Double-wishbone front and Integral Link rear suspension systems provide the inherently high levels of stiffness needed for agile handling and steering precision with the compliance essential for first-class comfort and refinement. Advanced damper technology improve ride quality still further and extend the all-new XFL’s breadth of dynamic capability.

With components made entirely from lightweight aluminium, the all-new XFL’s double-wishbone front suspension is modelled closely on F-TYPE’s and was chosen because fundamentally, there is no better configuration.

Integral Link is different, enabling the all-new XFL to realise exceptional levels of comfort and handling. Bushes soft in recession allow the wheels to move rearwards and upwards upon impact, providing excellent energy absorption characteristics.

The XF set the benchmark for steering feel. The all-new XFL will do so again: steering response and on-centre feel are among the most important attributes which define Jaguar’s dynamics DNA.

Incorporating all of the learning from F-TYPE and XE, the advantages of EPAS have been exploited to the full, giving the all-new XFL an even more connected feel together with intuitive, linear response. And because the system only uses energy when the wheel is turned, it improves fuel efficiency.

Another technology proven first on F-TYPE and now standard on the all-new XFL is Torque Vectoring. On corner entry, lightly braking the inner wheels individually can mitigate understeer and help the driver to take the ideal line. Intervention is subtle and virtually transparent to the driver, but the increased agility is felt immediately.

Making the all-new XFL’s body lighter and stiffer delivers inherent benefits in terms of ride control, but Jaguar’s dynamics engineers looked closely at other fundamental improvements that could be made. One of the most effective is the integration of next-generation passive damper technology to significantly enhance comfort.

The all-new XFL’s four- and six-cylinder petrol engines are engineered for exceptional response, smoothness and efficiency, and all benefit from benefit from stop-start systems and smart regenerative charging. Characterised by a rapid build-up of torque from low speeds to give effortless acceleration, the linear throttle response and refined soundtrack of every one makes the driving experience as intuitive as it is rewarding.

Already proven in the standard wheelbase XF, this 2.0-litre unit combines a low-inertia turbocharger with direct injection and fully variable valve timing to deliver the driveability of a larger naturally-aspirated engine but with significantly improved fuel economy.

Available in 200PS and 240PS ratings, the 340Nm maximum torque of the most powerful version is developed at just 1,750rpm, enabling the all-new XFL to accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 7.4 seconds. Mid-range flexibility is equally impressive: 80-120km/h is covered in only 5.0 seconds.

Enthusiasts demanding the most involving driving experience have the choice of Jaguar’s free-revving 3.0-litre supercharged V6, which develops 340PS and 450Nm of torque.

Every engine in the all-new XFL is paired with ZF’s peerless eight-speed automatic. Combined with Jaguar’s unique rotary gear shift controller and paddle shifts, this state-of-the-art transmission offers an unparalleled driving experience, blending exceptionally smooth launch behaviour with seamless shifting and outstanding efficiency.

The transmission controller monitors driving styles and adapts its shift patterns to suit. The ECU is also networked to the Jaguar Drive Control, offering even quicker shifts and more dynamic kickdown in Dynamic mode, and earlier up-shifts in Eco mode.

From traction systems which know the type of surface you’re driving on to a stereo camera which read the road ahead: the all-new XFL features all of the intelligent technologies needed to reduce driver workload and make any journey feel effortless and stress-free.

Making its debut in the all-new XFL is Clear Exit Detection – a segment-first technology which makes it easier and safer for rear seat passengers to step out of the car by warning them of traffic approaching from behind.

When the car is stationary, a sensor near the door handle detects if the occupant’s hand is close by, signalling their intent to open the door. If the all-new XFL’s rearward-facing radars detect vehicles approaching from behind, and if the system determines that they present a potential hazard, a warning sign in the door alerts the occupant to the risk.

The highly automated driving functions of tomorrow will only be made possible through the use of exceptionally accurate and robust sensors. Such technology is available today in the all-new XFL: it is one of the few vehicles to feature a forward-facing stereo camera.

The stereo camera also enables the all-new XFL’s lane departure warning and lane-keep assist systems. By monitoring the vehicle’s position relative to lane markings either side, lane departure warning can prevent drivers from drifting out of lane by triggering a visual warning in the instrument panel and a haptic warning through the steering wheel rim.

Drifting out of lane can be caused by driver fatigue as well as inattentiveness, and this can be identified by periods of little or no steering activity followed by sudden or excessive inputs. The all-new XFL’s Driver Condition Monitor system recognises these patterns, and, by also checking activation of brake and accelerator pedals and various instrument panel buttons, will display a multi-stage visual warning in the instrument panel to prompt the driver to take a break.

The all-new XFL offers a laser head-up display (HUD). Projecting key information such as vehicle speed, gear shift indication and navigation instructions onto the windscreen makes it easier for the driver to concentrate on what matters most – the road ahead.

Laser technology offers several advantages over conventional TFT systems. The images it generates offer superior colour saturation and higher contrast, so they’re easier to see – even in bright sunlight. The images also remain clearly visible should the driver be wearing polarised glasses.

The adaptive cruise control system familiar from the first-generation XF has been enhanced with a function designed to take even more of the effort and monotony out of driving in heavy traffic. Using a long-range 77GHz scanning radar, the system will maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, all the way down to a standstill. Queue Assist then enables the all-new XFL to track the vehicle in front as the traffic starts moving again – all the driver has to do is touch the accelerator pedal.

The effort of trying to slot a large car into a small space is now a thing of the past. The all-new XFL features park-assist functions for both bay and parallel parking. Ultrasonic sensors measure the space and, if it’s suitable, will enable the car to