XJ Jaguar XJ Portfolio Edition @ 2008 Geneva Show

[siko]

PRESS RELEASE
JAGUAR XJ PORTFOLIO SPECIAL EDITION

Built in limited numbers to offer new levels of luxury, craftsmanship and exclusivity, the XJ Portfolio is characterized by premium quality materials and exquisite attention to detail.

• Portfolio is a name that defines a series of highly luxurious special edition vehicles from Jaguar. The 2009 MY XJ Portfolio - shown for the first time at the Geneva Motor Show in march 2008 - goes on sale in selected markets from Summer 2008
• Lightweight advanced aluminum construction and an acclaimed supercharged V8 engine offer driver-focused dynamic performance
• All XJ Portfolio models come with Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and a self-leveling air suspension to ensure impeccable control and ride
• The unique exterior styling includes Celestial Black or Astral Gold paint colors, bespoke 20-inch Selena alloy wheels with red Jaguar 'Heritage' badge, milled aluminum side power vents, chrome mirror caps and Portfolio trunk lid signature badge
• Inside, the XJ Portfolio comprises a sumptuous blend of luxury and sporting cues with two exclusive interior trim options – Navy with Champagne piping and Navy carpets or Ivory with Navy piping and Navy carpets.
• Other Portfolio interior touches include a cabin trimmed in Rich Oak veneer with Portfolio motif on passenger airbag lid; Navy leather and alloy gearshift with alloy surround; luxury carpet mats with contrast leather edges and Jaguar 'Leaper' logo; embossed Jaguar 'Leaper' logo on headrests; stitched leather door casings; Alston luxury headliner; unique front treadplates with Portfolio script.
• Premium specification includes individually heated and cooled front seats; 7-inch Touch-screen, Jaguar premium sound system and dual-zone climate control systems; Bluetooth® connectivity for up to five separate telephones; JaguarVoiceTM, Adaptive Cruise Control and rear multimedia system with DVD player and twin display screens (depending on market).

Jaguar's commitment to creating beautiful, fast cars continues with the introduction of the new XJ Portfolio - first revealed on the Super V8 Portfolio special edition in 2005.

Already renowned for its all-aluminum body construction, state-of-the-art technologies and outstanding craftsmanship and build quality, the new XJ Portfolio is now even more desirable thanks to its unique exterior and interior styling cues.

Luxury, elegance and dynamic performance are XJ signatures. The XJ Portfolio adds a host of bespoke design cues and styling features that set it apart. The exterior is painted in either Celestial Black or Astral Gold, with contrasting side power vents in milled aluminum. A distinctive profile is completed by new 20" Selena alloy wheels featuring red Jaguar 'Heritage' center badges.

XJ Portfolio's dynamic excellence is underpinned by XJ's all-aluminum monocoque body construction and highly advanced chassis and suspension. Lightness with strength and exceptional rigidity provide a platform for remarkable agility and performance, as well as safety, improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and a self-leveling air suspension ensure impeccable control and a ride that is involving yet composed and refined.

In the U.S., the 2009MY XJ Portfolio is available with Jaguar's highly acclaimed 4.2-liter V8 supercharged (400bhp SAE) or the naturally aspirated V8 engine. In either derivative, the XJ Portfolio offers effortless performance and exceptional refinement.

XJ Portfolio's individuality is further reflected in a luxurious interior characterized by premium quality materials and exquisite attention to detail. The hand-crafted Rich Oak veneer is new to XJ Portfolio, and there is the choice of two unique interior themes – Navy or Ivory. Each features contrast piping to the softgrain leather upholstery, special twin-stitched door casings and headrests embossed with the Jaguar 'Leaper' design. The alloy gear selector, with aluminum gearshift surround, is also trimmed with Navy leather, and there are 'Portfolio' branded treadplates and special leather-edged carpet mats.

And XJ Portfolio's premium specification includes individually heated and cooled front seats; 7-inch Touch-screen operation of the satellite navigation, Jaguar premium sound and dual-zone climate control systems; Bluetooth® connectivity for up to five separate telephones; JaguarVoiceTM, Adaptive Cruise Control, and rear multimedia system with DVD player and twin display screens (depending on market).

The Jaguar XJ Portfolio is available to order now.

[Source: Jaguar via Autoblog.com]

 

[warot]

oh my god, this car is still alive?

 

[Merc1]

Yes this old cat is still alive and she is still very beautiful.

M

 

[Merc1]

Still gorgeous IMO, some live shots:

I absolutely love this color scheme!


M

 

[ateekt]

This car gives me a feeling of having my grand-childrens buying me a brand new one, as my 60th birthday present ...!

Did I mention, I'm turning 23 on March 31st ...?

 

[dalab]

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[sako97]

You deserve an award for reviving a thread for such a dead car .

 

[Deleted member 1071]

...and speaking of Jaguar XJs'...

Where is that elusive new XJ BEV sedoupe allegedly due for presentation later this year ? Has anyone spotted any mules, production-bodied prototypes, etc.?

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

I suspect I'll get some shit for this, but I kinda want an X350 XJ. As much as a Jag had to push forward its design language to remain somewhat relevant (I did say "somewhat"), there's a part of me that likes that wood-panelled old-timey Jag, complete with J-gate transmission selector, etc. I generally shy away from lack paint, but it looks proper gangster in it.

 

[Serpens]

I suspect I'll get some shit for this, but I kinda want an X350 XJ. As much as a Jag had to push forward its design language to remain somewhat relevant (I did say "somewhat"), there's a part of me that likes that wood-panelled old-timey Jag, complete with J-gate transmission selector, etc. I generally shy away from lack paint, but it looks p...

I have soured on that car because it represented a missed opportunity imo. My grandma, amongst a bevy of more modern luxury cars, has kept her green 1997 XJ6 Vanden Plas in pristine condition. I have every intention of making sure it stays in the family. I've loved it since I was a child.

 

[KiwiRob]

The Portfolios should have been badged as Daimler’s. I’d like to see them bring back the Daimler brand, my Grandad owned a Double Six in the 70’s.

 

[dalab]

You deserve an award for reviving a thread for such a dead car .

Of course , I published it for reasons similar to those of @sarpens's feelings, one of these or the previous generation, they were always my dream English car, at a young age a friend of my father was the only official Jaguar and Mini importer in the 80', and he went to look for us in a red one with cream / white interior, very difficult to forget, I think it encompassed everything that is an English car, and everything that it transmits, as explained in that relaxing video, as relaxing as the car.-