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New Jaguar
F-TYPE gains turbocharged four-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine
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A true
Jaguar sports car and a true F-TYPE, with its own unique character
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New 300PS
2.0-litre is the most powerful four-cylinder ever in a production Jaguar
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Acceleration
from 0-100 km/h takes just 5.7 seconds, maximum speed 250 km/h
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Fuel
consumption reduction of more than 16 per cent compared to the 340PS V6, and
with CO2 emissions of just 163g/km
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Weight
reduction of 52kg and bespoke chassis tuning delivers even greater agility
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Maximum
torque of 400Nm together with 8-speed Quickshift transmission delivers
excellent response throughout the rev range
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Intake
and exhaust meticulously tuned to deliver renowned F-TYPE sound
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Enhanced
suite of driver assistance systems including Autonomous Emergency Braking,
Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Speed Limiter and Lane Keep Assist
Summary
Jaguar is broadening
the appeal of the new F-TYPE with the introduction of the state-of-the-art
four-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine. The award winning F-TYPE family now spans
from the entry-level four-cylinder model to Jaguar’s 200mph all-weather
supercar – the F-TYPE SVR.
The pairing of Jaguar’s
all-aluminium two-seat sports car with the advanced 300PS 2.0-litre
turbocharged powerplant delivers Jaguar sports car DNA with enhanced agility
and improved efficiency and affordability. This is a true F-TYPE, with its own
unique character.
The new model retains
the performance expected from the F-TYPE, and can accelerate from
0-100 km/h in only 5.7 seconds and achieve a top speed of 250 km/h. The turbocharged engine’s high maximum torque of 400Nm, generated from just 1,500rpm, together with the eight-speed Quickshift transmission, delivers exceptional response throughout the rev range.
0-100 km/h in only 5.7 seconds and achieve a top speed of 250 km/h. The turbocharged engine’s high maximum torque of 400Nm, generated from just 1,500rpm, together with the eight-speed Quickshift transmission, delivers exceptional response throughout the rev range.
Not only is the 300PS
Ingenium engine the most powerful four-cylinder unit ever offered in a
production Jaguar, it also generates the highest specific power output of any
engine in the F-TYPE range: 150PS per litre. It also makes this the most
efficient F-TYPE in the range, with a 16 per cent improvement in fuel economy
over the 340PS V6, together with CO2 emissions of just 163g/km on
the European combined cycle.
“Introducing
our advanced four-cylinder engine to F-TYPE has created a vehicle with its own
distinct character. Performance from an engine of this size is remarkable and
is balanced with improved fuel efficiency and affordability, making the F-TYPE
experience more accessible than ever before.” Ian Hoban, Vehicle Line Director, Jaguar F-TYPE
A host of advanced
technologies enables the Ingenium engine to deliver this blend of high
performance and low fuel consumption. Neatly integrated into the cylinder head
is a state-of-the-art electrohydraulic valvetrain featuring patented control
algorithms developed in-house. This technology enables fully variable control
of intake valve lift for optimum power, torque and efficiency throughout the
engine’s operating range.
The exhaust manifold is
integrated into the cylinder head casting. Coolant flowing through ducts in the
manifold reduces warm-up times and therefore reduces fuel consumption and
emissions. The manifold is carefully matched to a twin-scroll turbocharger. The
design prevents exhaust gas pulsation interference, ensuring that the turbine
wheel responds far more quickly: boost pressure is delivered
near-instantaneously, making turbo lag almost non-existent, providing the
responsiveness so familiar to the F-TYPE driving experience.
To ensure the best
possible launch performance and transient response while still enabling the
engine to develop its high peak power output, the turbocharger features ceramic
ball bearings. These deliver the lowest possible bearing friction, especially
from cold starts.
The 200bar direct
injection system features centrally-mounted fuel injectors. Together with
optimised spray patterns this technology helps to minimise fuel impingement on
the cylinder walls and the piston crowns, improving efficiency and reducing
emissions.
Like all members of the
Ingenium family, the F-TYPE’s 300PS powerplant was designed and developed
in-house. It is manufactured in the UK at Jaguar Land Rover’s £1billion Engine
Manufacturing Centre, alongside the 200PS and 250PS four-cylinder petrol
engines, and the 150PS, 163PS, 180PS and 240PS four-cylinder diesels.
The Ingenium engine
contributes to an overall vehicle weight reduction of 52kg – most of which is
over the front axle – and this is key to the four-cylinder F-TYPE’s enhanced
agility. Meticulous tuning of the chassis to complement the new engine delivers
even greater steering response, body control and ride comfort.
The introduction of the
four-cylinder does not mean that drivers lose out on aural feedback or reward:
these have always been an essential part of the F-TYPE’s appeal, and have not
been compromised. A meticulously-tuned active exhaust is standard on
entry-level F-TYPE models, while the R-Dynamic variants feature a switchable
active exhaust for an even more involving driving experience.
“Most
of the weight reduction is over the front axle, making the car beautifully
balanced and really agile to drive – as you’d expect, the car is really at home
on beautiful twisty roads. Couple that with a four-cylinder exhaust note and
this particular F-TYPE has a character all of its own. I like to think of it as
the feisty younger brother of the V6 and V8 models.” Erol Mustafa, Chief Product
Engineer, Jaguar Sports Cars
The 2018 Model Year
Jaguar F-TYPE features visual enhancements to give the sports car an even more
powerful presence. Redesigned bumpers, together with full LED headlights
enhance the
F-TYPE’s award-winning design and provide greater differentiation between each model in the range.
F-TYPE’s award-winning design and provide greater differentiation between each model in the range.
At the rear the
four-cylinder model features a unique single tailpipe finisher to distinguish
it from the twin central exhausts and quad outboard exhausts of the V6 and V8
models. Lightweight 18-inch wheels also identify the latest addition to the
line-up, and help to minimise unsprung mass, contributing to the enhanced ride
and handling.
The changes to the
F-TYPE’s interior, including lightweight slimline seats, Touch Pro infotainment
system and new chrome and aluminium trim finishers, heighten the driver-focused
feel. A sleek frameless rearview mirror adds another contemporary touch.
“Retaining
the silhouette of F-TYPE across the model range is really important to us
whether it’s the 200mph SVR or the new 2.0-litre four-cylinder. This is a true
Jaguar sports car and a true F-TYPE – we didn’t want to dilute the design DNA.
Even so, this car has its own unique character, and the new single tailpipe
finisher exemplifies this.” Ian
Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar
The new F-TYPE range also
offers a wider range of advanced driver assistance systems underpinned by the
integration of a highly sophisticated forward-facing stereo camera. These
systems help to improve safety and reduce driver workload, and include
Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist,
Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Speed Limiter and Driver Condition Monitor.
The
new F-TYPE range consists of:
F-TYPE Coupé and
Convertible:
300PS 2.0-litre four-cylinder; Quickshift RWD
300PS 2.0-litre four-cylinder; Quickshift RWD
340PS 3.0-litre V6;
Quickshift RWD/ manual RWD
380PS 3.0-litre V6;
Quickshift; RWD/ AWD, manual RWD
F-TYPE R-Dynamic Coupé and Convertible:
300PS 2.0-litre four-cylinder; Quickshift RWD
340PS 3.0-litre V6;
Quickshift RWD/ manual RWD
380PS 3.0-litre V6;
Quickshift; RWD/ AWD, manual RWD
F-TYPE 400 SPORT Coupé and Convertible:
400PS 3.0-litre V6; Quickshift RWD/ AWD
F-TYPE R Coupé and
Convertible:
550PS 5.0-litre V8; Quickshift AWD
550PS 5.0-litre V8; Quickshift AWD
F-TYPE SVR Coupé and Convertible:
575PS 5.0-litre V8; Quickshift AWD
POWERTRAIN
Jaguar Land Rover’s new 2.0-litre
300PS Ingenium petrol engine is the most powerful four-cylinder engine that the
company has ever produced. Featuring a suite of state-of-the-art technologies,
it delivers exceptional performance, refinement and efficiency
The powerful
all-aluminium Ingenium petrol engine is the perfect match for the all-aluminium
F-TYPE, and expands the powertrain line-up from 300PS four-cylinder up to 575PS
V8 – a breadth of performance unrivalled in the sports car segment.
Just like the
supercharged six- and eight-cylinder engines, the turbocharged four-cylinder
delivers the driving experience promised by the F-TYPE’s award-winning design,
but with new levels of efficiency. Generating 150PS per litre, it has the
highest specific power output of any engine in the new F-TYPE range.
Offered exclusively
with rear-wheel drive and a specifically-optimised eight-speed Quickshift
transmission, the four-cylinder enables fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
on the European combined cycle of 39.2mpg (7.2-litres/100km) and 163g/km
respectively.
“The
300PS Ingenium petrol engine is engineered to deliver a compelling blend of
performance, refinement and efficiency. Cutting-edge technologies including
electrohydraulic intake valve lift control, integrated exhaust manifold and a
twin-scroll turbocharger with ceramic ball bearings make this the most advanced
petrol engine we’ve ever produced.
“Not
only is this the most powerful four-cylinder ever offered in a production
Jaguar, it also develops the highest specific power and torque ratings of any
engine in the F-TYPE range. It’s a natural fit for a Jaguar sports car.” Ron Lee, Engineering Director
of Powertrain, Jaguar Land Rover
Neatly integrated into
the cylinder head is a state-of-the-art electrohydraulic valvetrain featuring
patented control algorithms developed in-house. This technology enables fully
variable control of intake valve lift for optimum efficiency, power and torque
throughout the engine’s operating range.
Most petrol engines use
a throttle valve for load control, but this method increases pumping losses and
therefore increases fuel consumption. And, it takes time for the charge air to
fill the intake manifold: this delay means that ignition timing must be
retarded accordingly to improve response, with a negative impact on response
and efficiency.
Ingenium petrol engines
use a different approach: load control is managed primarily by the intake
valves themselves by varying the amount of lift, and the duration for which
they are open. To achieve this, the intake cams no longer operate the valves
directly: instead they actuate compact hydraulic pumps via low-friction roller
finger followers. The oil pressure generated in these pumps is then used to
open and close the intake valves.
Each pump is actuated
by a solenoid valve, and highly sophisticated software is used to control the
solenoids. When the solenoids are fully open, there’s no valve lift; when
they’re closed, full lift is achieved. Varying the solenoid’s state delivers
fully variable valve lift – anywhere between 0 and 11mm – for optimised intake
air flow throughout the engine’s full operating range.
Ingenium’s
electrohydraulic technology is fast enough to deliver cycle-by-cycle control of
the combustion process, and, combined with phasers on the intake and exhaust
cams delivers even greater flexibility.
Late intake valve
opening is used during engine start-up: the combination of low valve lift and
short duration provides precise control of the exact amount of air required,
especially during cold starts.
At very low speeds and
loads, the flexibility of the valvetrain enables the so-called composite mode –
a combination of early intake valve closing and late intake valve opening –
which delivers enhanced charge motion and therefore more complete and efficient
combustion.
At part-load
conditions, such as low-speed driving in urban areas or when cruising on the
motorway, the valvetrain operates an early intake valve closing strategy
combined with a later exhaust valve opening, which delivers optimum efficiency
due to the increased expansion ratio. Dual independent cam phasing allows
optimal residual gas control with minimal frictional losses. The combination of
turbocharging and the highly efficient watercooled charge air cooler means that
the charge density remains high, maintaining torque output and ensuring that
the engine can always respond immediately to the driver’s demands.
Under full load the
system delivers full valve lift and longer duration, combined with an earlier
exhaust valve opening to enable maximum air flow, allowing the engine to
provide full performance.
Performance, response and efficiency: advanced turbocharger
technology
In a first for Jaguar
Land Rover, the exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head casting.
Coolant flowing through ducts in the manifold reduces warm-up times and therefore
reduces fuel consumption and emissions.
The integrated exhaust
manifold can also reduce maximum exhaust gas temperatures and therefore the
need for enrichment at high load, delivering further efficiency improvements –
not only on the official test cycle but also in real-world driving.
The manifold is
carefully matched to a twin-scroll turbocharger. For maximum efficiency the
duct inside the water-cooled turbine housing is divided in two, with one fed by
exhaust gas from cylinders one and three, the other by cylinders two and four.
This arrangement
prevents exhaust gas pulsation interference, ensuring that the turbine wheel
responds far more quickly: boost pressure is delivered near-instantaneously,
making turbo lag almost non-existent, providing the responsiveness so familiar
to the F-TYPE driving experience.
To ensure the best
possible launch performance and transient response while still enabling the
engine to develop its high peak power output, the turbocharger features ceramic
ball bearings – a first for a Jaguar Land Rover petrol engine. These deliver
the lowest possible bearing friction, especially from cold starts.
Cleaner combustion: inherently low emissions
The Ingenium engine
also features a new 200bar direct injection system. The injectors are
centrally-mounted: together with optimised spray patterns this configuration
helps to minimise fuel impingement on the cylinder walls and the piston crown,
improving efficiency and reducing emissions.
The inlet ports deliver
high levels of charge motion which, together with the enhancements made to the
direct injection system, further reduces wall wetting and promotes greater
mixing of the fuel and air for more efficient combustion.
Efficient by design
All Ingenium engines
deliver benchmark low levels of friction, contributing to inherently good
efficiency and refinement. Design features which contribute to this are
cylinder bores offset by 12mm to reduce tangential forces acting on the
cylinder walls, and needle roller bearings for the twin balancer shafts and
camshafts.
The map-controlled oil
pump matches flow rate according to engine speed, load and temperature, and the
switchable piston cooling jets only spray oil onto the underside of the piston
crowns when required, further reducing load on the lubrication system.
The split cooling
system with map-controlled electric coolant pump ensures rapid engine warm-up
by only circulating coolant through the block once the engine comes up to
temperature. As well as reducing fuel consumption this also improves passenger
comfort because the heater can warm the
F-TYPE’s cabin more quickly.
F-TYPE’s cabin more quickly.
CHASSIS
The four-cylinder F-TYPE shares the dynamics DNA of the V6
and V8 models but the introduction of the Ingenium engine together with a
bespoke chassis tune make it the lightest and most agile yet
From day one the F-TYPE
was engineered to provide outstanding agility and response without compromising
the day-to-day usability and ride comfort expected from all Jaguar cars.
The stiff, light
aluminium bodystructure and all-round aluminium double wishbone suspension have
always been fundamental to delivering that duality of character. Now, the
development team has meticulously tuned the chassis to take full advantage of
the additional weight savings offered by the new four-cylinder engine.
“We
wanted the power and efficiency of the new four-cylinder engine to be matched
by levels of responsiveness that would make the F-TYPE driving experience even
more engaging and rewarding. The result of the intensive development process is
an even better balance, an even more connected feel, and enhanced ride comfort.
Enthusiasts will want to drive this car: this is a true F-TYPE, with its own
unique character.” Mike
Cross, Chief Engineer, Vehicle Integrity, Jaguar Land Rover
Weighing 52kg less than
the equivalent model powered by the 340PS V6, this is the lightest F-TYPE yet.
The majority of this mass reduction is located over the front axle, delivering
maximum benefit to vehicle dynamics, and improved weight distribution – the balance
moves one percentage point to the rear.
The front and rear spring
rates have been reduced by four and three per cent respectively to suit the
reduction in corner weights. The valving of the monotube dampers incorporates
learning from the
F-TYPE SVR programme: meticulous tuning delivers enhanced ride comfort while maintaining the required handling character.
F-TYPE SVR programme: meticulous tuning delivers enhanced ride comfort while maintaining the required handling character.
The F-TYPE’s electric
power-assisted steering system – already a benchmark for feel and response – has
a unique calibration for the four-cylinder model to extract the full benefit of
the weight savings and delivers improved tactility and feedback. Together with
the Torque Vectoring system – which can apply precisely-controlled braking of
the inner wheels during cornering to mitigate understeer – the changes make the
F-TYPE even more engaging and enjoyable to drive.
The entry-level
four-cylinder models are equipped as standard with new, lightweight 18-inch
wheels fitted with 245/45/R18 tyres at the front axle and 275/40/R18 tyres at
the rear: these help to reduce unsprung mass, further improving responsiveness
and control.
The R-Dynamic models have
19-inch wheels as standard with 245/40/R19 and 275/35/R19 tyres front and rear
respectively. All four-cylinder F-TYPE models can be specified with a range of
optional 19- and 20-inch wheel designs.
As standard, the braking
system on all four-cylinder models has 355mm and 325mm discs at the front and
rear respectively and provides impressive stopping power. As an option, all
four-cylinder models fitted with 19- and 20-inch wheels can be upgraded to the
Jaguar Super Performance Braking System which features 380mm and 376mm discs.
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYTEMS
The new F-TYPE offers a suite of technologies designed to
help and support the driver and make every journey easier, safer and more
enjoyable
The new F-TYPE is the
latest Jaguar to feature a forward-facing stereo camera: this state-of-the-art
vision sensor is at the heart of its new advanced driver assistance systems.
One of the most important is the Autonomous Emergency Braking system: if the
system’s controller determines that a collision with the vehicle ahead is
imminent, full braking is initiated automatically, helping to avoid the
collision, or to mitigate its effects.
The stereo camera also
provides the intelligence for the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Keep
Assist (LKA) systems. By monitoring the vehicle’s position relative to lane
markings either side, LDW can help to prevent drivers from inadvertently
leaving their lane by triggering a visual warning in the instrument cluster and
a haptic warning through the steering wheel rim.
LKA provides the next
level of assistance and can guide the driver back towards the centre of their
lane by applying a small amount of counter-steering through the electric
power-assisted steering system. The torque applied to the steering wheel can be
easily over-ridden, making the system intuitive in operation.
The Traffic Sign
Recognition (TSR) system uses the stereo camera to keep the driver informed of
the speed limit – including temporary limits which apply in road works, for
example – and the variable limits used on some motorways. The limit is
displayed in the instrument cluster, and camera data is always cross-referenced
against GPS data for maximum robustness.
Further support for the
driver comes from the Adaptive Speed Limiter (ASL). This intelligent system uses
TSR system data to adjust the set point and can automatically increase or
decrease the vehicle's maximum speed while the accelerator pedal is
pressed. If the TSR system recognises a higher speed limit ahead, ASL
notifies the driver and can smoothly accelerate the vehicle up to the new
limit. If the speed limit is lower, the vehicle can coast down accordingly.
Driver fatigue is a
common cause of vehicles drifting out of lane. The F-TYPE’s Driver Condition
Monitor system can recognise patterns typical of driving when tired, including
periods of little or no steering activity followed by sudden or excessive
inputs, and can show a multi-stage warning in the instrument cluster and give
audible warnings to prompt the driver to take a break.
TECHNICAL DATA
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F-TYPE 300PS Coupé
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F-TYPE 300PS Convertible
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ENGINE &
TRANSMISSION
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Engine
capacity (cc)
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1,997
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Cylinders
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Four in-line
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Valves
per cylinder
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4; DOHC, dual
independent variable cam timing,
electrohydraulic fully variable intake valve lift system |
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Bore/
stroke (mm)
|
83.0/ 92.3
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|
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Compression
ratio
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9.5:1
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Fuel
injection
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200bar direct
injection
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|
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Boosting
system
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Single twin-scroll
turbocharger with ceramic ball bearings
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Power
PS (kW)
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300 (221) @ 5,500rpm
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|
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Torque
Nm (lb ft)
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400 (295) @ 1,500-4,500rpm
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|
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Transmission
|
8-speed Quickshift
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Gear
ratios (:1)
|
|
|
|
1st
|
4.714
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|
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2nd
|
3.143
|
|
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3rd
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2.106
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|
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4th
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1.667
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|
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5th
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1.285
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|
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6th
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1.000
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|
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7th
|
0.839
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|
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8th
|
0.667
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|
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Reverse
|
3.295
|
|
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Final
Drive ratio
|
3.55
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CHASSIS
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Front
suspension
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Double wishbone
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Rear
suspension
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Double wishbone
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Front
brakes
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Twin-piston sliding
caliper; 355mm ventilated discs
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Rear
brakes
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Single-piston sliding
caliper; 325mm ventilated discs
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Steering
|
Rack-and-pinion;
electromechanical
|
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DIMENSIONS
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Length
(mm)
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4,482
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4,482
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Width
inc./ excl. mirrors (mm)
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2,042/ 1,923
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2,042/ 1,923
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Height
(mm)
|
1,310
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1,307
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Wheelbase
(mm)
|
2,622
|
2,622
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Track
front/ rear (mm)
|
1,597/ 1,649
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1,597/ 1,649
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Weight
(kg)
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From 1,525
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From 1,545
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Boot
volume (litres)
|
310/ 408 with/ without
parcel tray
|
207
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Fuel
tank (useable) litres
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63
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63
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PERFORMANCE &
FUEL ECONOMY |
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|
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0-60mph
(sec)
|
5.4
|
5.4
|
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0-100km/h
(sec)
|
5.7
|
5.7
|
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Top speed mph (km/h)
|
155 (250)
|
155 (250)
|
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Fuel consumption mpg
(litres/100km) EU combined |
39.2 (7.2)
|
39.2 (7.2)
|
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CO2
emissions (g/km)
EU combined |
163
|
163
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Manufacturer’s figures;
correct at time of going to press
