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Jaguar F-Type SVR revealed

Based on the F-Type R, the model uses a more powerful 567bhp 5.0-litre supercharged V8 and a more aggressive aerodynamics package.
1 min read18 Feb '16
Staff WriterStaff Writer
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Jaguar has revealed the creation of its Special Vehicle Operations division, the F-Type SVR. Based on the F-Type R, the SVR is the most powerful and the fastest iteration of the F-Type sportscar from the English automaker.

Details of the model had been leaked earlier this year with technical details for the car surfacing on the web. As per the information leaked, the car was to be equipped with a 567bhp 5.0-litre supercharged V8 along with being lighter and faster than the car it was based on . It was to be available in coupé and convertible body styles.

Now official details of the car have confirmed the power output and body styles along with providing a claimed 0-100kph time of 3.5 seconds. The coupé is claimed to reach a top speed of 321.8kph while the convertible version gets a top speed of 313kph.

The aerodynamics package on the SVR is an uprated version of the one used on the F-Type R with a more aggressive front bumper, active rear wing and a flat underfloor.

The chassis has been tweaked, with new dampers and anti-roll bars added and stiffer rear knuckles fitted, while wider tyres wrap around lightweight 20-inch forged alloy wheels. Carbon-ceramic brakes provide stopping power. The car has also been given a new titanium exhaust.

As part of the upgrades, the car also gets a recalibrated eight-speed automatic gearbox, and the all-wheel drive, torque vectoring, adaptive dynamic, power steering and stability control systems.

The F-Type SVR will make its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month.

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Audi details new quattro ultra all-wheel drive system

The new electro-mechanical system will forego Audi's widely used Torsen system; to make its debut in the A4 Allroad.
2 min read18 Feb '16
Staff WriterStaff Writer
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Vitara Brezza strikes a balance between form and function: CV Raman

The new compact SUV is designed for the urban customer; will only be offered with a diesel engine for now.
2 min read17 Feb '16
Siddhant GhallaSiddhant Ghalla
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Production Nexon stays true to concept

Design team worked closely with engineering team at Tata Motors to keep concept highlights on production car.
1 min read17 Feb '16
Sergius BarrettoSergius Barretto

Tata Nexon production version.

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Diesel engines have potential to be cleaner than petrol units: Bosch

Bosch to invest Rs 1,170 crore in India to help with developing solutions for BS-VI norms.
1 min read17 Feb '16
Sumantra BarooahSumantra Barooah

Dr Markus Heyn, member, Board of management, Bosch.

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New Ford Endeavour vs Trailblazer vs Pajero Sport vs Fortuner comparison

Ford's new Endeavour takes on established segment players to prove its mettle.
2 min read16 Feb '16
Nikhil BhatiaNikhil Bhatia

When the going gets rough, the Fortuner and Endeavour’s four-wheel- drive hardware will keep you going.

Trailblazer and Pajero Sport AT are two-wheel drives only and this restricts their appeal.

Endeavour’s dashboard is attractive and also boasts the best finish.

The front seats are supportive.

The middle-row seats offer good comfort but headroom is average.

Endy third row is tight on space.

Endy’s pitch, roll and steering angle displays handy off-road.

Narrow aperture equals poor access to Endy third row.

Endy’s powered tailgate is one among many luxury features.

Low dash allows for good view out of the Trailblazer. Dash design is neat too.

Seat cushioning is well judged.

The second row is most spacious and comfortable.

Trailblazer has the most useable third row.

Hooded dials link Trailblazer to Chevy Camaro sportscar.

Trailblazer’s power window switches look basic.

Split grille makes Trailblazer look unmistakably Chevy.

Pajero Sport cabin doesn’t look special today. Faux wood finish on dash is passe.

Bolstered front seats sporty.

Cabin offers least shoulder room.

Knees-up seating position hurts third row comfort in Pajero.

Pajero Sport is the only one with paddle shifters.

Pajero’s multi-info display useful but readout is ancient.

Pajero Sport has started to look dated now.

Fortuner’s all-black theme is sporty but dash is functional and not much more.

Large front seats very accommodating.

Middle row is comfy and spacious.

Fortuner’s third-row seats fine for short journeys.

Fortuner boot is large and has widest and lowest opening.

4WD lever on Fortuner requires effort to engage.

Dark grey wheels are now standard fit on the Fortuner.

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