This Oh-so-beautiful sports concept is the hybrid that marks a new chapter for Jaguar. Inspiring new advances in design, the C-X16 combines searing performance with gorgeous styling.
Under the muscular clamshell bonnet is a next-generation supercharged V6 petrol engine producing 380 PS (280kW) and 332 lb ft (450 Nm) of torque. Already boasting a high specific power output of 126 PS-per-litre, the performance of the C-X16 is further supplemented by a Formula 1-inspired hybrid boost system with a steering-wheel mounted button for on-demand acceleration.
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Integrated into the eight-speed gearbox is a motor generator which draws power from a 1.6kWh battery pack mounted behind the seats for ideal 50:50 weight distribution. Charged through a brake energy regeneration system, the batteries allow the motor to provide an additional 95 PS (70 kW) and173 lb ft (235 Nm).
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Mounted in an aluminium chassis structure, the result is 0-62 mph acceleration in 4.4 seconds, a top speed of 186 mph and acceleration from 50-75 mph of 2.1 seconds. The C-X16 is also able to travel at speeds of up to 50 mph under electric power alone and has CO2emissions of 165 g/km.
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The C-X16 measures 4,445 mm in length, 2,048 mm in width and 1,297 mm in height and has a wheelbase measuring 2,622 mm. In terms of overall length, the C-X16 is the smallest Jaguar created since 1954 and the XK120.
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Seductive looks indicate the next evolution of Jaguar’s bold design direction.
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Sensual shape is defined by three distinctive ‘heartlines’; front wing crease, rear haunches and sweeping roofline.
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CO2 emissions of 165g/km and an electric-only top speed of 50mph.
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Driver-focused two-seater cabin trimmed in dramatic red leather.
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Eight-speed ZF gearbox with Quickshift changes and new-generation Jaguar Touch-Screen with short-cut keys.
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Steering wheel-mounted ‘Push to Pass’ button controls the hybrid boost function.
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Top speed of 186mph, 0-62mph in 4.4 seconds and 50-75mph acceleration in 2.1 seconds.
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Powered by an innovative supercharged 3.0-litre V6 producing 380 bhp and 450 Nm of torque.
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Aluminium construction maximises torsional rigidity for sharper responses.
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The C-X16 will be presented at the Jaguar Land Rover press conference in Hall Five at the Frankfurt Motor Show on Tuesday September 13