Thread: Jaguar XKR-S Convertible Revealed with 542-HP

The all new Jaguar XKR-S Convertible is now official, boasting a supercharged 5.0L V8 engine that is also found in the XKR-S Coupe. With 542-hp, this makes it Jaguar’s most powerful open-top model yet and also rounds off the XK-line with a convertible variant for every model.

Performance numbers for this convertible are impressive, with a 0-60 mph time of just 4.2-seconds and a top speed of 186-mph. And despite packing over 100-lbs more than the Coupe model, the performance figures are identical. Lowering the roof takes a mere 18-seconds after a push of a button and to ensure stability at its top speed, Jaguar’s engineers added some aerodynamic upgrades over the XKR Convertible, giving it a more aggressive look as well.

The XKR-S Convertible sits 0.4-inch lower, while the new front bumper sports a wider air intake and a carbon fiber splitter. New side skirts flow towards the rear where a new rear wing can be found sporting a carbon fiber center. All of the aerodynamic changes equate to a 26-percent improvement to downforce.

And to give it a classier appearance, the chrome trim was swapped out for gloss black painted pieces, while the 20-inch Vulcan wheels are standard along with the brake calipers done in a bright red or more subtle gunmetallic grey. The suspension is also upgraded from the XKR Convertible, with stiffer springs and Active Damping software in order to maximize body control and grip. The front features massive 15-inch rotors with the rear barely smaller at 14.8-inch. The result is 38-percent more stopping power than the XKR counterpart.

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I cannot believe this.This is absolutely stunning!New Jaguar XKR-S convertible roars out from Los Angeles Auto Show.The brand new Jaguar XKR-S convertible was unveiled at the present LA Auto Show just a week after it was declared by the automaker. Collectors are certain to covet this drop-top version of Jag's speediest and most powerful model. It is also the most expensive Jag ever, which will ensure it is unattainable for most. Only 25 of these gems will ensure it is to U.S. shores.

Gorgeous

Such a pity that's no real tuner for the Jaguars! The latest models are absolutely gorgeous!

^^Yupp, the only one I know of is "Arden"

Originally Posted by Germany

^^Yupp, the only one I know of is "Arden"

There is also Startech.

We might as well get used to these new higher prices, I read in Car Magazine the next XK is moving up-market to make room for that new C-X16 (I think that's the name of it).
Either way, this XKR-S convertable is hot....and I'm not usually a fan of verts.