Gallery: Jaguar Improves Its 'Business Class' Sedan in Every Way
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Jaguar's hoping to entice those with a bit more money to burn by rolling out a midsize sedan with a bit more speed and style, the 2016 XF.
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It’s lighter, faster, more efficient, and more comfortable than the outgoing model.
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That matters a lot because this is a competitive segment, dominated by the Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, and Audi A6.
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Working from the front to the back of the car, designer Ian Callum and his team made this XF a touch shorter and lower than the outgoing model.
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The rear quarter windows will bring in light and make the back feel roomier.
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The XF will be come as rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, and with a variety of gas and diesel powertrains.
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Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) include lane keeping assist and drowsiness detection, both of which will nudge the driver if they see him slacking off
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The car's interior is designed to feel spacious and luxurious.
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A 10.2-inch touchscreen displays an all-new infotainment system running an Intel quad-core processor.
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Thanks to an extra two inches in the wheelbase, the rear seat gains .6 inches in legroom, nearly an inch in knee room, and more than an inch of headroom.
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A digital dashboard allows for customization to show whatever information the driver wants to see.
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