Euro Motors, the exclusive distributor of luxury automotive manufacturer Jaguar in Bahrain, has launched its latest sports saloon, the new XE, in Manama.

The Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon owing to its advanced lightweight construction, streamlined styling, luxurious interior and outstanding ride and handling, said senior company officials at the launch.

It followed by a private evening event held at the Glow – Ramadan Lounge by Jaguar Land Rover at the Ritz Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa and was attended by some of the kingdom’s most notable VIP guests in addition to loyal Jaguar customers, it added.

The XE S has several key features including a supercharged 3.0-litre V6 engine and 340PS/450Nm of torque enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds (0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds), and an electronically-limited maximum speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Additionally, the vehicle offers a suite of technologies designed to keep both driver and passenger informed and entertained, from a premium audio systems to a new InControl Touch infotainment system and a laser head-up display, the XE features quality driver aids and entertainment systems.

Speaking at the launch, Nawaf Khalid Al Zayani, the managing director of Euro Motors Jaguar Land Rover, said: “This vehicle has garnered a huge amount of attention globally and here in the region since the official unveiling in London.”

“We expect the Jaguar XE will redefine the saloon car segment and we are extremely proud to be revealing it to you here in Bahrain,” he added.

The Jaguar XE Pure, XE Prestige, XE R-Sport, XE Portfolio and XE S will be available in showrooms at a starting price of BD17,990 ($47,708). – TradeArabia News Service