Jaguar XE SV Project 8 impresses at Dubai Motor Show
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Jaguar XE SV Project 8: The Most Powerful Road-Legal Jaguar
Introduction
A wacky concept to begin with, yet one that was highly encouraged by Jaguar and Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) division, the XE SV Project 8 is the most powerful road-legal Jaguar to date. With an intimidating presence backed by aggressive bodywork, it exudes the characteristics of an SVO product in every way and form.
Performance and Specifications
Capable of hitting a top speed greater than 320 km/h, the Project 8 has been greatly redesigned with:
- Adjustable front splitter
- Rear diffuser
- Large adjustable rear wing that can be tuned to reduce drag or maximize downforce
Complimenting the spike in power figures are lower weight figures, created in part by vast 400mm carbon ceramic discs with large six-piston calipers up front that save a whopping 18 kilograms over the standard model.
Interior and Features
With four-point harnesses, carbon fiber seats, and forged alloy wheels, the Jaguar XE SV Project 8 is no softie. Its loud 5.0-liter supercharged V8 has been masterfully tuned to deliver a brag-worthy 592 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque.
Transmission and Acceleration
The 8-speed transmission that directs power to the tarmac shifts cogs in just 0.2 seconds and allows the Brit sportscar to hit 100 km/h in a jaw-dropping 3.3 seconds.
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