There is currently a lot going on right now at Jaguar.  The 2010 Jaguar XF is an exciting car and there are even details out about the 2011 Jaguar XF Diesel S model.  Let’s take a look at what they have to offer.

Of all the Madison new cars you could choose from, the 2010 XF is one of the most powerful.  The XF comes with the choice of a powerful V8, or a supercharged V8.  With many sedans in this class, the V8 is an upgrade, but Jaguar has gotten rid of the V6 and upped the ante to a V8 across the board.  How’s that for power?!?!

Some other attributes that make this car great are the excellent braking and handling that the XF offers.  This is somewhat surprising to some, since it’s a larger car.  Not having to put all your force on the brakes keeps you from having to visit your Madison WI mechanic as often- not a bad thing at all!

The Jaguar comes with  fantastic interior features.  You’ll notice that the seats, gauges, and dashboard are made with quality materials.  There is wood trim finishing on parts of the interior, as well as nice metal touches near the knobs and gauges.  The lighting used for those gauges is a shade of blue that looks very modern.  These Madison new cars also have a great sound system and plenty of cargo room in the trunk!

Since we are in calendar year 2010, there is more information coming out about 2011 car models.  Jaguar is making the Diesel S a very cool model, where buyers will have the option of the Dynamics Pack or the Aerodynamic Pack. The Dynamics Pack will adjust suspension automatically, which will help a driver keep maximum handling.  The Aerodynamics Pack is more of a sport package, adding outside features that make it look sportier and help with the car’s aerodynamics.

The diesel based model will be more an entry level model and picks up quite a bit of styling from the XFR.  The base diesel engine will be a 3.0 Liter engine.  It’s something to consider if you like diesel models.  Most petrol cars are more popular overseas in Europe, but we may see them here at our Madison WI mechanic??

Jaguar makes great cars and that perform well and are very luxurious.  Consider one today!

Well, as for how things are going, it’s early, but it would seem The Big 3 are on the rebound in 2010 as showcased at auto shows like Detroit and Chicago.  And, in the collector’s realm of the car buying galaxy, if you happened to be at a Gooding and Company auction in Scottsdale in late January, why, you might just be under the impression that “recession” is something they only talk about in Propecia commercials these days.

But seriously, there at the Gooding and Company auction, a 1956 Jaguar D-Type Sports Racer brought in $3.74 million.  This is the car that won the Le Mans from ’55-’57, the car that essentially solidified Jaguar as a hybrid in the classic sense of performance and aesthetics.  With its muscular yet sleek body and aerodynamic nose, it is one of the most beloved cars of all-time, and its price in Scottsdale certainly reflects that.  In fact, the ’56 Jaguar was one of 3 cars at the auction to top 1 million dollars, the others being a 1934 Duesenberg Model J Disappearing Top Convertible Coupe (1.815) and a 1959 Costin Lister Jaguar Sports Racer (1.1).

At first the recent events in Scottsdale might not appear to be very useful for telling us what’s going on with the average car buyer surveying his Madison used cars lot.  For one, those auctioned cars exceeding the 1 million dollar mark may never pull up alongside that average car buyer at a red light on Main Street or into Joe’s auto garage, let alone sniff the tar bubbles of America’s roadways; but what is significant here is that cars, both at Midwest auto shows and in an internationally recognized auction house in Scottsdale, at least seem to be capturing the public’s imagination again after some dark years.  They are a commodity worth spending on.  Yes, from all accounts it would seem the automobile is revving back up again.  And that would certainly indicate that both auction houses and your local Madison dealer should expect bright days ahead.

The new XJ holds true to many of the traditional Jaguar styling cues, such as a wire grille, but its sides come straight down, rather than the more torpedo-like shape of older models, giving off a younger feel. The roofline also extends back far over the trunk, with small triangular windows behind the main rear side windows. The fenders swell along curvaceous lines and the vertical taillamps are equipped with LED lighting. A standard glass top also has two sunroofs, both of which open, for front and rear seats.

And inside, the XJ maintains that British-luxury feel with bubbled-up air vents, a pop-up transmission controller and wide bands of wood on the doors and dash. It also boasts such tech details as Bowers & Wilkins audio with 1,200 watts of amplification, a media hub with two USB ports and Bluetooth audio streaming. And instead of traditional analog instruments, the XJ has a 12.3-inch high-resolution screen for its instrument cluster with virtual speedometer and tachometer. The center LCD is an 8-inch touch screen for controlling audio, navigation, and the phone system.

Even Jay-Z knows good car candy when he sees it – the 2011 Jaguar XJ is featured in his latest video. Detroit and hip-hop approved – beautiful indeed.

Stop by your Madison dealer today to test drive an XJ, or check out any of the used cars Madison dealership Fields Jaguar Land Rover has to offer. No matter what you find, you’re bound to go home happy.

The study was conducted by Quality Planning, a company that validates policyholder info for auto insurers, based on data gathered between August 2007 and September 2008. Other vehicles that made the ranks were the Chevrolet Suburban, the 2005 Buick Park Avenue, and the Mazda6.

The XJ is Jaguar’s top of the line model, best known for pampering its occupants with traditional British luxury and a smooth ride. The XJ has been called the “most beautiful” by The Detroit News. Indeed, all the upright lines are discarded for a low, sleek roofline, giving the car a more avant-garde silhouette. The interior boasts a modern look with a leather headliner, upgraded leather seats and laser-inlaid wood trim and new custom trim options. And a new dash panel without traditional dials uses a large high-definition screen to display all the usual gauge functions, while also changing colors subtly to indicate performance driving modes with a soft red glow. Sleek design, high-tech performance, and it won’t get you pulled over? Yes, please.

The XJ is also a favorite of Jay Leno and Jay-Z, the latter of who featured the car in his latest music video. But you don’t have to be a late-night or hip-hop star (or named Jay) to enjoy the XJ’s luxury and performance.

While you’re waiting for the 2011 model, check out the featured cars of your Madison dealer, including the 2009 Jaguar XF Premium Luxury, 2008 and 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE, 2006 Jaguar XJ, 2009 Jaguar XK, or any in the collection of Madison used cars. And, with the new year, make sure all your vehicles are up to speed with a Madison oil change. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to help you get on the road today, so stop on by!

The Ultimate Executive Suite

Why exactly is this award so distinguished?  It’s all in the name.  The word executive implies someone who controls, manages, and leads an organization.  An executive is a decision maker who has climbed the corporate hierarchy and faced-down challenges.  Thus, Autotropolis’s award is meant to honor vehicles that accurately reflect the accomplishments of a executive who also encompasses a contemporary ‘posh refinement’.

More Responsive than your personal assistant

Sleek, practical and technologically advanced, behind the wheel of the push-button start  ’09 Jaguar XF,  it’s obvious when you step into a Jaguar XF at our Madison dealer you are  seated in the executive suite of the automotive world. Push-button start and keyless entry commence a long list of top-of-the-line standard interior amenities.   Heated seats, phosphor blue mood lighting, JaguarSense which allows the lights to be controlled simply by moving a hand close to the light surface, 7-inch full color touch screen, and Jaguar Sequential Shift.  This is available in many of our Madison new cars. The XF’s intelligent and intuitive interior design set this car apart from other so-called ‘luxury’ vehicles.

Of course, this car would not be a real Jaguar if it didn’t perform like the name suggests, and if you stop into our Madison dealer for a test drive you’ll see that it does.  As the supercharged 4.2-liter V-8 engine fires up, the car comes alive with automatic opening air vents and dash.  Our Madison Jaguar XF models astutely greet the driver like a top-notch personal assistant.  This unique process has been dubbed Jaguar’s signature ‘handshake’.

The polish, quality, performance, connectivity, drivability and style that comprise the Jaguar XF are those that Autotropolis felt best exemplify the wants and needs of corporate executives.  We can say for certain that among our selection of Madison new cars, the Jaguar XF is the most refined. You stay classy, Jaguar XF.