Jaguar XKR convertible

The 2010 Jaguar XKR Convertible got a lot of power under the hood (given her dance routines, we'll assume the same is true of Ms. Knowles). The XKR has 510 hp, far more than the 385 hp in the XK Portfolio. It's also got 461 lb-ft of torque and a six-speed transmission, which adds up to a 0-60 time of 4.6 seconds. Let me tell you, that is believable number. The top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph

Specs for the 2010 Jaguar XKR Convertible As Tested
5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine making 510 hp
Six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
Adaptive dynamics and differential control
Adaptive cruise control
Lunar Gray paint with Ivory and Oyster interior and oak veener
19-inch Tamana wheels


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