From left: Johnny Amiouni (Regional Business Manager - JLR MENAP region), Engineer Motaib Albalawi (Ordering and Planning Manager at JLR-MYNM), designer Loai Naseem (CEO of LOMAR), and Velko Lazov (Managing Director of JLR - MYNM) Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, the authorized dealer for Jaguar cars in Saudi Arabia, hosted the launch of Jaguar's ground-breaking, performance-orientated, aluminum-intensive sports saloon, the new XE, in Jeddah. The most advanced sports saloon Jaguar has ever produced, the new XE is instantly recognizable as a Jaguar with its aluminum skin formed around the fundamental principles of perfect proportions and aerodynamic efficiency. A true driver's car, the Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon thanks to its advanced lightweight construction, streamlined styling, luxurious interior and outstanding ride and handling. Offering a suite of technologies designed to keep both driver and passenger informed and entertained, the Jaguar XE turns every journey into even more of an experience. From premium audio systems to an intuitive new infotainment system and a laser head-up display, the new launch from Jaguar features cutting-edge driver aids and entertainment systems. The model line-up is headlined by the XE S which rewards drivers with the responsiveness and refinement of its supercharged 3.0-litre V6 engine and 340PS/450Nm of torque enabling acceleration from 0-100kmh in 5.1 seconds (0-60mph in 4.9 seconds), and an electronically-limited maximum speed of 250kmh (155mph). The new Jaguar XE, will be available with two other engines, the entry engine is a turbocharged 4 - Cylinder 2.0-litre engine produces 200 HP and torque 320 Nm, enabling acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds and a maximum speed of 237 km/h. Along side this is a sport turbocharged 4 - Cylinder 2.0-litre which produces 240 HP and torque 340 Nm, enabling the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and a maximum speed of 250 km/h. Exclusively unveiled to a room of select key media during a press conference, the new Jaguar XE launch was followed by a private evening event held at Jaguar Showroom in Auto Mall and attended by some of Saudi market most notable VIP guests in addition to loyal Jaguar customers and the renowned Saudi fashion designer Loai Naseem, Jaguar Brand Ambassador in Saudi Arabia . A number of Jaguar XE models were showcased at the event, giving guests a closer look at the lightest, stiffest and most aerodynamic Jaguar saloon ever. Speaking at the launch, Velko Lazov Managing Director of JLR Saudi Arabia Division at Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, said: “Always at the forefront of innovation, Jaguar has built the XE to look and feel like no other car in its class. With a driving behavior designed to fully match the promise of its seductive looks, this vehicle is tailored to suit every driver. Completing our Jaguar saloon car range, the XE has garnered a huge amount of attention among our loyal Jaguar customers across the MENA region and I am thrilled to be launching it here in Saudi Arabia alongside Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors.” Jaguar Brand Ambassador in Saudi Arabia, Loai Naseem, expressed his excitement for the launch of Jaguar XE, and said: “Having been appointed as the Jaguar XE Forward Thinker for Saudi Arabia, I have found many common attributes between the Jaguar brand and myself , Jaguar vehicles are quite distinctive in every sense of the word and I always feel inspired while driving them. I am very excited about the launch of this new Jaguar XE model in our market and look forward to driving it soon.” The Jaguar XE Pure, XE Prestige, XE R-Sport, XE Portfolio and XE S will be available exclusively at Jaguar showrooms across Saudi Arabia starting price SR. 170,000, inclusive of service package for 5 years or 105 thousand Km whichever comes first. — SG
