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The exclusive XKR 75 to make its debut on July 2 Metroland Newspapers Carguide Magazine To mark Jaguar's 75th anniversary, Jaguar Land Rover's new CEO, Dr Ralf Speth, initiated the challenge to engineering team to construct a very special and limited production XKR. The car would be built to deliver a combination of enhanced performance, superb chassis and steering control and grip levels to inspire the driving enthusiast to explore the true potential of the XKR's capabilities. Jaguar engineers increased the power and torque of the acclaimed 5.0-litre supercharged engine to 530 hp and 430 lb/ft of torque respectively for the XKR 75, to deliver truly outstanding performance. While the limited edition model's top speed is electronically limited to 174 mph (280 km/h), the XKR 75's 0--60mph (100km/h) acceleration time is reduced from 4.6 to 4.4 seconds compared to the standard 510 PS XKR. The Jaguar XKR 75 features revised suspension and handling for increased precision and agility in addition to the performance enhancements. To ensure the XKR 75 remains stable at high speeds, a revised aerodynamic body pack with a front splitter, side sills extensions, a rear diffuser and larger rear spoiler provide increased balance and a reduction in lift. The XKR's computerized Active Differential Control also adjusts to reduce steering sensitivity at very high speeds, further improving stability and driver control. The XKR 75 features a new Stratus Grey finish. Red brake calipers contrast the eye-catching 20-inch gloss Vortex forged lightweight alloys with a dark technical finish and diamond turn. Customers will have the option to apply a unique body graphic that runs from the front bumper to the rear haunches. The XKR 75's interior completes the driver-focused performance environment finished in Charcoal with ivory stitch, piano black finish to facia and centre console and a Jet suede cloth headlining. 19 · Wednesday, June 30, 2010 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com www. com Fuel economy and parking among many benefits of the Smart fortwo Continued from page 17 winds, and with a curb weight of only 820 kg (about 300 kg less than a Honda Fit" I shouldn't have been surprised at the buffeting. But for zipping around town, the smart is in its element. I won't say the naturally aspirated, 1.0-litre, inline three-cylinder engine is a powerhouse, but it does deliver a reasonable 70 hp and 68 lb/ft of torque, which is more than enough to drive confidently in traffic, and even do some passing. Mercedes-Benz estimates its zero to 100 km/h acceleration to be 13.3 seconds, and I thought it felt a bit A nice mix of fabrics and leather, along with metallic finishes, gives the 2010 smart quicker. Still, this is a vast improve- fortwo coupe an upscale urban interior. The highstyle package (shown) includes ment over the smart's previous gen- steering wheel paddle shifters and the funky dash-mounted clock and tach. eration ­ with 40 hp, 800 cc diesel ­ that crawled to 100 clicks in just driving with maximum fuel econoThere are some sacrifices. For under 20 seconds. instance, you may need to buy your Shifting, on the other hand, is my in mind. Another big advantage is parking. buddy a six-pack of beer next time ponderous. The five-speed automatic, if left Our neighbourhood, for example, you need a load of drywall or lumto its own devices, pauses noticeably has sidewalks throughout, bisecting ber from Home Depot. And you between shifts. If pressed hard, the driveways into a single parking spot won't be much help to the kids' socnose dips with every gear change, plus a useless little boulevard strip. cer team. Company literature poses the causing a rocking motion as you Most vehicles ­ even subcompacts ­ can't park there without either question, "Does a car need a rear climb through gears. Fortunately, this transmission hanging over the road or blocking seat when it carries an average of just 1.2 occupants in urban traffic?" can also be shifted manually, either the sidewalk. The smart, however, fits with Good point. Most of my driving is by the console-mounted shifter, or ease ­ and doesn't attract the local alone, and for a trip to the grocery optional steering-wheel paddles. store, or with a couple of overnight The experience is light years bylaw officer. And don't get me started about bags, there's enough space in rear. from Mercedes' 7G-TRONIC, but a And the passenger seat folds flat vast improvement over the smart's the mall. Inevitably, some tool parks his or her SUV over the line, leaving for larger cargo. But unless you're fully automatic mode. While there are some challenges _ of a parking spot. These typically single, or an urban couple without in owning a smart, there are several go unused, that is, unless you own a kids, I wouldn't recommend it as your only ride. big advantages. One of these is fuel smart. Let's also not forget about The smart, however, does make a economy. The smart is rated at 5.9/4.8 maneuverability. Leave suburbia good second vehicle. It's a bit quirky and has its shortlitres/100 km (city/highway), which and enter the downtown streets and is a bit better than the 6.3 litres/100 alleyways, and you'll see that driving comings, but as our cities grow, a smart is like shedding a ton of spaces shrink and fuel resources km (combined) I achieved. I was, however, making ample weight, especially if you've been dwindle, it is yet another example that less can be more. use of the paddle shifters, and not driving a large pickup or sport ute. HURRY! 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