Jaguar XF 2.0 i4D 180 R-Sport Auto
Jaguar XF was launched in 2007. The
first generation XF looks very interesting with surprising interior with AC
grid and the transmission button that seemed to dance when the car in turn. The
exterior is no less interesting. Coupe like design makes it look very different
from its competitors, the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-class.
Unfortunately, in Indonesia, the
Jaguar XF has not been able to defeat the reputation of the two rivals
mentioned above. One of the main causes is the space behind the comprehensive
defeat competitors. This could be attentioned, the article in Indonesia, this
kind of sedan owned by the executive who mostly been driven, so that their
activities are more concentrated in the passenger seat / second row. In order
to satisfy passengers, Jaguar had to change it. And they did.
Yes, the answer comes eight years
later when the second generation XF introduced. Will go to Indonesia, the
latest Jaguar XF claims better than its predecessor, at the same time have a
lot of weapons to challenge the re-BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-class. Is
that right? AutoCar Indonesia flies to Pamplona Spain to prove it.
Once in Pamplona, a small town in
Spain that is famous for its bull run, our in-briefing about the advantages of
the latest Jaguar XF. In the slide-show presentation, noted that of the 3,194
parts-owned Jaguar XF 2016, there were no less than 2,669 parts are completely
new (up 83 percent). A quarter share with the Jaguar XE.
Jaguar's latest XF also claimed to
be lighter, more efficient and more technologically than its predecessor. The
key is the use of the iQ platform (aluminum). This platform is also used by
Jaguar XE and F-Pace -meaningly latest XF 190 kg lighter than the old model.
With body panels weighing 181 kg, this car weighs only 1,455 kg.
In a measure of human weight, 190 kg
did not feel too great. But in the field of automobile engineering, 1 kg weight
reduction alone can boost the performance of the car significantly. Especially
if pruning is done weights up to 190 kg. Supposing like moving the three
passengers of the car cabin. Jaguar complete with increase the 'stickiness' of
up to 28 percent of the car's structure.
There are four engines available for
the latest Jaguar XF. You can choose the 2.0-liter diesel engine-powered 163 hp
or 180 hp, 3.0-liter TDV6 diesel engine-powered 300 hp and a V6 gasoline
engine-powered 380 hp maximum. Diesel and gasoline engine 2.0-liter paired with
a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic. 3.0-liter engine
paired with eight-speed automatic transmission. Buyers can choose four levels
of trim: Prestige, R-Sport, Portfolio and S. All are equipped with Touch In Control
system, 10.2-inch touch screen, navigation and voice control.
Road
Test
After the explanation is done, come
for us to drive a New Jaguar XF 2016. The first type we tested is the All New
Jaguar XF 2.0 diesel. The route of Pamploma to the Navarra Circuit. When
looking at the latest Jaguar XF for the first time, frankly I love it. The form
is a synthesis of a cat of prey, although they look similar to the design of
its predecessor. Jaguar XF also shrinking than the previous generation. Shorter
dimensions 7 mm, 3 mm lower, although a longer wheel axis distance 51 mm.
That figure translates into a rear
passenger comfort by providing leg room and knee room is more spacious than the
previous generation. As a result, increased leg room 15 mm, 24 mm increased
knee room and headroom increased 27 mm. Interestingly, although the rear is
greater, but the overall design is shrinking 7 mm. This occurs due to the 66 mm
front overhang pushed back toward the front axle by 66 mm.
Turning to the interior. Now, more
luxurious interior. BMW nuanced his dashboard with a layer of high-grade
materials become bait for enthusiasts of excellence and high taste. Uniquely,
the inside doors / trim made curved as if reinforced with chrome accents /
metal. There is a 12.3-inch TFT screen on the instrument panel and a touch
screen in the middle of the dashboard measuring 10.2 inches.
As a luxury car, the sound system
was made attractive. Jaguar's latest XF has 17 speakers and audio systems Meridian-powered
825 W, quad-core processing power, road sign recognition and cabin materials
combined with suede leather.
Moving to the machinery sector.
Beneath the bonnet lies a 2.0 liter turbo engine-powered Ingenium maximum of
177 hp at 4,000 rpm. The maximum torque of 428 Nm at 1750-2500 rpm. The
resulting power was not exactly aggressive for an executive sedan with coupe
design. However, the torque of the engine, makes the XF mighty engine on lap
down, but still feels less passionate when it accelerates.
Eight-speed transmission with gears
meetings, deliver power and torque to the rear wheels with a fine. It also
makes performance on the lap top was perfect. Driving in Spain is smooth over
the road really enhance the potential of the Jaguar XF. But what if it is used
on the streets of the capital? Certainly not yet definitely presents a similar
sensation.
On the road to this circuit is also
noticeably control the car body is measured. Feels like controlling the car
smaller and lighter than the German cars in its class. Applications 20-inch
alloy wheels and double-wishbone suspension (front) as well as the integral
link (behind) completely fulfill his promise to give good feedback.
How the wheel? Well, this is
interesting. Have you ever felt the power steering with hydraulic system? In
the sports cars antiquity, this system been able to give the best feedback for
the driver. In the Jaguar XF, equipped with electric power steering feels light
but lively, XF really feels like the best use hydraulic power steering, so it
gives a sense on the feedback as a driver's car.
The advantages of the light weight
of the car and approached the distribution of 50/50 front to rear is also
sticking. As a result, the elongation axle does not affect the agility of the
car when swerving and small street in Pamplona.
Unfortunately, this car is not
without drawbacks. The main drawback I feel is the roar of a diesel engine that
is somehow able to infiltrate freely into the cabin. Although for some
consumers it will be doping for driving sensation. But for me it is quite
disturbing. At least, Jaguar still have extra work to perfect it.
