The first fully electric-powered BMW X model has broken cover.
The BMW iX3 (WLTP combined test cycle: 0.0 l/100 km; electric power consumption combined: 19.5 – 18.5 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 0 g/km) combines emissions-free travel, dynamic handling and performance with the comfort, functionality and spaciousness that customers would expect of a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). The iX3 sees the BMW Group pressing ahead with its electrified model offensive set out in its NUMBER ONE > NEXT corporate strategy. The technological expertise amassed in the development of BMW i models is now coming to the fore in a fully-electric model from the core BMW brand.
The BMW X3 will be the brand’s first model to be available with a pure-electric drive system, a plug-in hybrid system or highly efficient petrol and diesel engines. This embodies the BMW Group “Power of Choice” strategic approach, with the company supporting the broad spread of customer requirements and statutory regulations around the world.
The new BMW iX3 is the result of many years of development work in the electric mobility field. The advances achieved since the market launch of the BMW i3 in 2013 now culminate in the company’s fifth-generation eDrive technology which comprises of a highly efficient electric motor, optimised energy density high-voltage battery and a high charging capacity. Thanks to the BMW Group’s longstanding investment in electric mobility, the use of disproportionately large batteries, which have a negative effect on vehicle weight, driving dynamics and electric power consumption, has been avoided in the development of this vehicle.
UK Launch in 2021. The new BMW iX3 will launch with an exclusive Premier edition for the UK market in summer next year. Pricing and standard specification details will be revealed in autumn 2020, with pre-ordering opening at the same time.
The iX3 will be launched in some worldwide markets later this year. It will be the brand’s first model to be built for export at the Shenyang plant in China, which is operated by the joint venture BMW Brilliance Automotive.
Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology. The premiere of the new iX3 marks the introduction of BMW Group’s fifth generation eDrive technology. Combining the latest electric motor, power electronics, charging technology and high-voltage battery, the fifth-generation system demonstrates clear progress in its performance characteristics, electric power consumption and range. These components, developed in-house by BMW Group, will also be fitted in the BMW iNEXT and BMW i4 models from 2021.
The new BMW iX3 has been designed for the current requirements of the electric vehicle market and with future advances in mind. BMW eDrive technology provides an outstanding basis for economically sustainable applications in volume production models.
The introduction of iX3 is well timed, with the enduring appeal of SAV models and rising worldwide demand for all-electric premium cars.
Highly integrated drive system technology. The highly integrated drive system technology at the heart of the new BMW iX3 plays a particularly important role in optimising efficiency and power development. The electric motor, transmission and power electronics are now arranged together in a single housing. The electric motor in the new BMW iX3 works according to the principle of a current-excited synchronous motor, without the use of magnets. This design eliminates the use of rare earth materials of the motor.
The power density of the electric motor in the iX3 is 30 per cent greater than that of existing fully-electric vehicles within the BMW Group portfolio. The motor is up to 93 per cent efficient, compared with under 40 per cent for combustion engines. The new drive system unit generates maximum output of 286 hp and peak torque of 295 lb-ft which, unlike with many other electric motors, is sustained at high revs. The new BMW iX3 sprints from 0 to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds, putting it in the same territory as the conventionally powered BMW X3 xDrive30i. Top speed is electronically limited to 112 mph. Sending power to the rear wheels creates a characteristic BMW driving experience with outstanding traction ensured thanks to the standard-fit ARB technology (actuator contiguous wheel slip limitation).
Cutting-edge battery-cell technology plays a headline role in the latest development stage of high-voltage batteries. The storage capacity of the battery has been substantially increased, relative to the installation space required and its weight. The gravimetric energy density of the 188 prismatic cells in the new BMW iX3 is around 20 per cent higher than that of the battery cells used by the BMW Group in its fully-electric vehicles up to now. A gross energy content of 80 kWh – of which 74 kWh is utilised – and the high efficiency of the drive systems allow the new BMW iX3 to offer a range of up to 285 miles (WLTP test cycle).
Another technical highlight making its debut in iX3 thanks to BMW Group’s fifth-generation eDrive technology is the innovative new charging unit, which sends power to both the 400V battery and the 12V on-board power supply. When charging using alternating current, it enables both single-phase and three-phase charging at up to 11 kW. Plugging the vehicle into a direct current rapid-charging station opens the door to charging outputs of up to 150 kW, meaning the high-voltage battery can be charged from 0 to 80 per cent of its full capacity in 34 minutes. Drivers can inject the power required to add 62 miles to the car’s driving range (in the WLTP cycle) in just 10 minutes.
Optimised efficiency enhances capability over long distances. The outstanding efficiency of its electric motor and its high charging capacity give the new BMW iX3 exceptional long-distance capability. On a trip, a BMW iX3 would need to make fewer charging stops than a comparable electric vehicle whose efficiency is compromised by the presence of larger and heavier high-voltage batteries. And the iX3 stops would be shorter.
Adaptive recuperation enhances efficiency and driving comfort during a journey. The intensity of the Brake Energy Regeneration is adapted to the road situation using data from the navigation system and the driver assistance system sensors. For example, when approaching a junction or a vehicle on the road ahead, recuperation is fully utilised. On the open road, the coasting function is activated whenever the driver takes their foot off the accelerator. As an alternative to adaptive recuperation, in driving position D the driver can choose a high, medium or low Brake Energy Regeneration setting. Engaging driving position B provides the signature one-pedal feeling of BMW Group’s electric vehicles thanks to particularly strong recuperation.
An enhanced heat pump included as standard on the BMW iX3 underscores the efficiency-oriented approach taken to the vehicle’s development.
Sporty handling and supreme traction. The latest-generation high-voltage battery has a particularly slim construction. Positioned low down in the underbody, it has been integrated into the SAV’s flexible vehicle architecture. This lowers the car’s centre of gravity by around 7.5 centimetres compared with its conventionally powered BMW X3 siblings, noticeably enhancing lateral dynamics. Among the bespoke elements of the iX3’s chassis construction is a rear axle subframe, which provides the required space for the drive system unit. The standard adaptive suspension includes electronically controlled dampers, with characteristics that adapt to the road surface at any given time. This enables carefully judged optimisation of the car’s ride comfort and dynamics. The alternative Adaptive M suspension is tuned to deliver an even sportier damper response.
The instant power development of the electric motor and chassis-specific tuning infuse the new BMW iX3 with sporty, agile driving attributes. The innovative ARB traction system, introduced in the BMW i3, and a high level of directional stability ensure good traction in adverse weather conditions and on loose ground for a Sports Activity Vehicle with a single-driven axle.
Trailblazing: Digital services and outstanding environmental credentials. BMW assumed a leading role in driving forward electric mobility when it unveiled innovative solutions for charging at home or on the move alongside the introduction of BMW i3 in 2013. This trend continues with the BMW iX3, which includes a newly developed Flexible Fast Charger cable which can be hooked up to both standard domestic and industrial sockets using optional adapters.
Recharging at home is further enhanced with a personal Wallbox. Available through our partner, Smart solutions are also possible to monitor energy usage and cost, as well as keeping a historic record of home-charging energy expenditure, making it very convenient for company car users.
The new cloud-based BMW Maps navigation system enables route and arrival times to be calculated with even greater speed and precision. Services already familiar from the BMW i3, such as navigation with range display on the map and detailed information on public charging stations – covering everything from address, availability and connector type through to charging rate and Chargepoint Operator – are now joined by additional functionality that can be accessed from the car. This capability includes navigation planning with recommendations for charging stops, information on points of interest near public charging stations and the ability to filter search results by fast-charging points.
The exceptionally efficient drive system, extensive use of secondary raw materials in the manufacture of aluminium castings and thermoplastics, absence of rare earths and across-the-board use of green electricity in production, including the cells for the high-voltage battery, are all contributory factors in the impressive CO2 assessment for the new BMW iX3. During the customer use phase, the iX3 outperforms the diesel-powered BMW X3 xDrive 20d by more than 30 per cent when drawing on average European electricity sources or roughly 60 per cent when powered by green electricity.
Proportions and versatility of an SAV, innovative aerodynamic wheels. The exterior design of the new BMW iX3 displays the typical proportions of a Sports Activity Vehicle, which means it provides a visual showcase for the robust premium character and all-round talents espoused by BMW X models. Model-specific design features optimise the car’s aerodynamic properties at the same time as lending visual expression to its sustainability-focused drive concept. The front apron and BMW kidney grille have a largely enclosed design, while the rear end has also been sculpted with a view to reducing air resistance.
Innovative, aerodynamically designed light-alloy wheels help to control the flow of air around the vehicle. The aerodynamic wheels making their debut on the new BMW iX3 reduce its drag coefficient by around 5 per cent over an equivalent vehicle with conventional light-alloy wheels. This is achieved with the help of sophisticated inserts in the V-spoke base wheel whose surfaces keep the air flowing smoothly. The resulting improvement in efficiency adds around 6 miles to the range of the new BMW iX3 (WLTP test cycle).
This combines with aerodynamic enhancements to the underbody’s rear diffuser and chassis strut area, as well as with the air flap control system, to give the all-electric SAV a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.29.
Premium ambience and BMW IconicSounds Electric in the interior. Understated blue accents for both the exterior and interior of the new BMW iX3 allude to the presence of its electric drive system. The clearly structured controls, high-quality materials and stylish surfaces combine to create the premium interior ambience associated with BMW SAV models. The versatility of the iX3 is confirmed by spaciousness on a par with that of conventionally powered BMW X3 variants. Thanks to the 40 : 20 : 40 split/folding rear seat backrest, boot capacity can be increased from 510 to a maximum of 1,560 litres.
The debut of BMW IconicSounds Electric in the BMW iX3 provides acoustic feedback to enrich the electric driving experience by lending it added emotional depth. Load changes are signalled by a smoothly modulated sound, and recuperation during overrun and braking is accompanied by a gently filtered acoustic response, meaning that every driving state is accompanied by a matching sound pattern. A newly introduced short sound composition, which is the result of a collaboration between Hans Zimmer and BMW sound designer Renzo Vitale, can be heard when the Start/Stop button is pressed. The drive sound is an original work by BMW’s sound designers and acoustic engineers. Drive soundtracks from the collaboration with Hans Zimmer will be available in electrified BMW models at a later date.
BMW Operating System 7 and BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. The BMW iX3 is equipped with the latest generation BMW Operating System 7, which allows for every line of software code in the car to be updated over the air in the future.
The standard-fit BMW Live Cockpit Professional offers a fully-digital screen grouping comprising a high-resolution 12.3 inch instrument cluster behind the steering wheel and a 10.25-inch Central Control Display.
The enhanced intuitive multimodal interaction allows the driver to take their pick of control interface for the situation at hand: Control Display touchscreen, iDrive Controller, multifunction buttons on the steering wheel, voice control or BMW gesture control.
The latest version of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant takes the connection between driver and car to a new level in the new BMW iX3. Activated by a spoken prompt (for example “Hey BMW”) or at the touch of a button, this digital companion acquires new capabilities all the time. The system helps the driver, learns their preferences and is familiar with their favoured settings – e.g. for the seat heating or the places they drive to frequently using the navigation system (“Take me home”).
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. BMW Live Cockpit Professional comes with optimised smartphone integration; in addition to Apple CarPlay, the new iX3 is also compatible with Android Auto. The latter enables customers to access digital services such as Google Assistant, Google Maps, music streaming services like Spotify and Amazon Music, and the WhatsApp messaging service.
Full UK specification and pricing will be announced in autumn 2020. For the latest updates in the meantime, please visit www.bmw.co.uk/ix3.
Rolls-Royce marks the 144th birthday of co-founder The Hon Charles Stewart Rolls on Friday 27 August 2021
The marque celebrates by taking Ghost on a pilgrimage around London, stopping off at places connected with Rolls’ life and career
Tour recorded in new images shot at locations including Rolls’ birthplace, the Royal Aero Club, Royal Automobile Club and the site of the original Rolls-Royce car showroom
“While he is of course best known as one of our co-founders, The Hon Charles Stewart Rolls, born on this day in 1877, was also a pioneer of aviation, a successful racing driver and a gifted engineer. His audacity, fearlessness, love of adventure and willingness to push boundaries continue to inspire us and our products. To mark this occasion, which means so much to our company, we’ve visited significant places from Rolls’ story with Ghost – a motor car with technology, performance, craftsmanship and excellence which embodies everything this remarkable man stood for, cherished and pursued during his extraordinary life and career.” Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars marks the 144th birthday of co-founder The Hon Charles Stewart Rolls on Friday 27 August 2021.
In honour of the occasion, the marque undertook a pilgrimage around London locations associated with the great man’s life and career, capturing striking images of Ghost at each stop along the way. The itinerary took in the following sites:
35 Hill Street, Mayfair The Hon Charles Stewart Rolls was born in this house close to Berkeley Square on 27 August 1877. As the third son of Lord and Lady Llangattock, he was born into a life of wealth and privilege, going on to be educated at Eton and Cambridge and enjoying the freedom to indulge his passions for aviation and motor racing.
By contrast, his business partner, Henry Royce, came from a humble background. In 1876, aged just 10, he was working as a telegram delivery boy at the Mayfair Post Office. His ‘beat’ included Hill Street, so it is perfectly possible that he delivered congratulatory letters and telegrams to Rolls’ proud parents.
119 Piccadilly Until 1961, this Grade II Listed building on Piccadilly was the home of the Royal Aero Club, which Rolls co-founded in 1901 with Frank Hedges Butler, a leading London wine merchant, and Butler’s daughter, Vera. Rolls began his flying career as a balloonist, making over 170 flights and winning the Gordon Bennett Gold Medal in 1903 for the longest sustained time aloft. In 1910, he became only the second person in Britain to be awarded an aeroplane pilot’s licence; that same year, he achieved the unique feat of being the first Englishman to fly an aeroplane across the English Channel, and the first aviator ever to fly non-stop from England to France and back again. Though now based outside the capital, the Royal Aero Club remains the national governing and coordinating body of air sport and recreational flying in Britain.
Royal Automobile Club (RAC) Rolls was also a founder member of the Automobile Club of Great Britain and Ireland, which became the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) in 1897. It was a fellow RAC member, Henry Edmunds, who arranged the historic first meeting between Rolls and Henry Royce at the Midland Hotel, Manchester, on 4 May 1904. The Club’s Secretary, Claude Johnson, was Rolls’ business partner in his car dealership, C S Rolls & Co, and later became the first managing director of Rolls-Royce.
The Club took up residence in its current home at 89 Pall Mall in 1911, a year after Rolls’ tragic early death in a flying accident, aged just 32.
14-15 Conduit Street This building on Conduit Street, which connects Bond Street and Regent Street, was the West End headquarters of Rolls-Royce Ltd for much of the twentieth century. From 1905 until his death in 1910, Rolls had his office here, and used it as a base for demonstration drives of early Rolls-Royce models. On 22 March 2010, its historic significance was marked with an English Heritage Blue Plaque, unveiled by Lord Montagu of Beaulieu.
Berkeley Street A stone’s-throw from Rolls’ birthplace and one of the most prestigious addresses in London, Berkeley Street is regarded as the heart of Mayfair. Today, it is the site of Rolls-Royce’s flagship UK store, the first in the world to be transformed with the marque’s new corporate identity.
CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION. Ghost: NEDCcorr (combined) CO2 emission: 343g/km; Fuel consumption: 18.8 mpg / 15.0 l/100km. WLTP (combined) CO2 emission: 347-359g/km; Fuel consumption: 17.9-18.6 mpg / 15.2-15.8 l/100km.
For the first time in its history, the Sportage range will feature a dedicated model that has been designed and developed specifically for Europe
The global release version has significantly increased its size, while the European version spiritually succeeds the fourth generation
A daring and intricate front-end design is matched with a muscular swooping fastback rear to create a strong and distinctive road presence
Digital launch event scheduled for Wednesday 1 September
Kia Europe has revealed the first official sketches of the all-new European-market Sportage.
For the first time in its history, Kia is launching a dedicated Sportage designed specifically for European customers in what is the fifth generation of the brand’s most popular SUV.
The Sportage has been carefully designed and developed to establish new benchmarks in its segment while also catering specifically for European tastes and roads. The advanced exterior and interior design pushes styling boundaries, setting the tone for the next-generation Sportage line-up. State-of-the-art connectivity tech, responsive yet highly efficient advanced powertrains and the very latest passive, active and ADAS safety innovations further enhance the SUV’s premium stature. Developed on a new architecture, the Sportage has also been meticulously honed to offer optimal drive and handling characteristics for European roads.
Forward-thinking design Kia’s new design language – Opposites United – is at the heart of the Sportage, influencing every aspect of its appearance and character. Its design builds on the theme ‘Bold for Nature’ and pays homage to nature’s perfection and simplicity whilst connecting with the brand’s new design direction. The sketches revealed today hint at a sporty, assertive and pioneering SUV.
The Sportage will feature a more compact and adventurous profile hinting at heightened levels of agility and performance seen as ideal for European roads. Designed to be the most dynamic and stylish SUV in its segment, the Sportage will feature a muscular stance and a strong yet refined silhouette with crisp, taught character lines that ripple across the surfaces.
The sketches hint at a bold front-end design with a detail-orientated black grille graphic spanning the width of the face. A fresh interpretation of Kia’s iconic floating signature Tiger Nose grille combines with distinctive boomerang-shaped LED DRLs (daytime running lamps) and Matrix LED headlamps.
Representing another first for the Sportage range, the sketches show a black roof that helps to further accentuate the sporting profile of the all-new SUV, while also highlighting a dynamic C-pillar design treatment.
At the rear, powerful and broad shoulder lines meet slim rear LED combi lamps flanked by the new Kia logo. A unique black rear bumper design further emphasises the Sportage’s sporty, youthful character.
Digital launch Kia’s all-new European-market Sportage will make its debut during a live digital launch event being held on Wednesday 1 September on Kia owned channels at 10am BST. Viewers will be able to learn more about Kia’s first SUV designed specifically for European customers. European sales of all-new Sportage will commence later this year. The UK specification, pricing and line-up will also be announced later this year.
New XF R-Dynamic Black models: Accentuate the purposeful, assertive designs of the Saloon and Sportbrake with bespoke Gloss Black elements and richer, more luxurious interiors, while XE R-Dynamic Black gains an enhanced specification
Desirable and distinctive: Black Pack with Gloss Black mirror caps and side sills, 19-inch Gloss Black wheels, panoramic roof and privacy glass deliver greater visual impact and emphasise the perfect proportions of each model
Advanced connectivity: Wireless Apple CarPlay® – available soon via Software-Over-The-Air (SOTA) updates – will provide added convenience*. Wireless Android Auto™ will become available at the same time*
Beautifully crafted interiors: Luxurious materials and exquisite details, further enriched on XF by enhanced Premium Cabin Lighting with a choice of 30 colours
Enhanced occupant wellbeing: Cabin air ionisation with PM2.5 filtration to capture ultrafine particles and allergens
Electrified diesel powertrains: Refined, efficient 204PS four-cylinder Ingenium MHEV offers up to 58.9mpg (4.8l/100km)** and CO2 emissions from 127g/km** for XE and up to 57.6mpg (4.9l/100km)** and from 130g/km** for XF Saloon
Powerful petrol engines: Smooth, responsive 300PS four-cylinder Ingenium units enable 0-60mph in only 5.6s for XE and 6.5s and 5.8s for XF Saloon
Intelligent all-wheel drive: Every XE and XF has an eight-speed automatic transmission and is available with all-wheel drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics
Available to order now: XE R-Dynamic Black priced from £33,470. XF Saloon and Sportbrake R-Dynamic Black models from £37,535 and £39,395 respectively. Configure yours at jaguar.co.uk
The appeal of the award-winning Jaguar XF Saloon and Sportbrake is heightened further with the introduction of new R-Dynamic Black models, while the Jaguar XE R-Dynamic Black gains an enhanced specification.
Developed from the XE and XF R-Dynamic S, these exclusive models benefit from a number of key features designed to give them an even more confident, assured and purposeful presence.
Each delivers an unrivalled balance of outstanding ride, handling, refinement and luxury together with a focused range of powerful, efficient and electrified powertrains.
Following the introduction last year of the XE R-Dynamic Black, the XF’s Black Pack has been enhanced, with the Gloss Black finish applied to the door mirror caps and side sills in addition to the grille, grille surround, side window surrounds, fender vents, rear badges, and – on the Sportbrake – the roof rails. There’s also privacy glass and a panoramic roof – features that are now standard on the XE R-Dynamic Black too. Complementing these elements are 19-inch wheels with a Gloss Black finish – ‘Style 5031’ for XE and ‘Style 5106’ for XF – together with red brake calipers.
The XE R-Dynamic Black is offered in a select choice of metallic finishes – Firenze Red, Bluefire, Eiger Grey, Santorini Black or new Ostuni White, with the XF R-Dynamic Black models available in the full range of colours.
The luxurious interiors are enriched with beautifully crafted veneers, with Gloss Grey Figured Ebony for XE, and Satin Charcoal Ash for XF. Bright metal pedals add a further finishing touch. The sense of serenity and refinement within XF is heightened still further by the enhanced Premium Cabin Lighting feature, which offers a choice of 30 colours in place of the previous 10.
The fast, intuitive and responsive Pivi Pro infotainment system is now better than ever too. In both XE and XF it already has a range of embedded apps, including Spotify, and Apple CarPlay® as standard. Android Auto™ is standard too.
Soon, wireless Apple CarPlay® will become available to customers in a software-over-the-air (SOTA) update*, to make smartphone connectivity even simpler and more convenient. Wireless Android Auto™ will also become available at the same time*. XE and XF’s SOTA capability enables Pivi Pro and vehicle systems to be updated remotely and seamlessly. This means they always have the latest software without the customer having to visit their Retailer – and Pivi Pro’s dual-SIM technology means you can stream music at the same time.
Pivi Pro can also connect two phones simultaneously via Bluetooth, and the optional wireless device charging pad has a signal booster to improve network reception. The system also provides clearer calls with the help of the vehicle’s external aerial.
On the road, the XE and XF continue to set the benchmark with their ideal balance of agility, handling and ride quality. The engaging, rewarding drive they deliver is second to none, and is matched to inherently low levels of cabin noise, which are further reduced on XF using Active Road Noise Cancellation technology. This is especially effective in cancelling out low-frequency sounds, helping to reduce driver fatigue on long journeys.
With a focus on air quality, occupant comfort and wellbeing are prioritised: both XE and XF offer cabin air ionisation systems with PM2.5 filtration to capture ultrafine airborne particles and allergens.
The R-Dynamic Black models, like all XE and XF models, are powered by refined and efficient 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium petrol and diesel engines, the latter electrified with a 48-volt mild hybrid (MHEV) system. All engines are matched exclusively to smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmissions and are available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics.
The full global powertrain range for XE and XF (market-dependant) comprises:
The 204PS diesel engine develops an impressive 430Nm of torque, and its refinement and responsiveness are enhanced with the MHEV system. The Belt integrated Starter Generator (BiSG) recuperates energy usually lost during braking or deceleration by storing it in a compact 48-volt lithium-ion battery: this energy is redeployed to assist the engine when accelerating away. It also makes the stop-start function quieter and faster than conventional systems.
This engine is the most efficient in the XE and XF model ranges and enables the rear-wheel drive XE to deliver fuel economy of up to 58.9mpg (4.8l/100km)** and CO2 emissions from only 127g/km**. In the rear-wheel drive XF Saloon, it delivers corresponding figures of 57.6.mpg (4.9l/100km)** and 130g/km**.
The smooth, powerful petrol engines are offered in two ratings: 250PS and 365Nm torque, and 300PS and 400Nm torque. The 300PS unit is available exclusively with all-wheel drive, delivering outstanding performance and traction in all conditions. This enables the XE to accelerate from 0-60mph in only 5.6s (0-100km/h in 5.9s), and the XF Saloon 5.8s and 6.1s respectively. Maximum speed for both is 155mph (250km/h).
UK Pricing – Jaguar XE:
Powertrain
Derivative
OTR
CO2 g/km*
D200 – 2.0 I4 Diesel MHEV 204PS AUTO RWD
D200 S
£30,210
128
D200 R-Dynamic S
£31,165
128
D200 R-Dynamic SE
£32,815
128
D200 R-Dynamic HSE
£35,705
136
D200 R-Dynamic Black
£33,470
138
P300 – 2.0 I4 Petrol 300PS AUTO AWD
P300 R-Dynamic HSE
£40,180
206
UK Pricing – Jaguar XF:
Saloon
Powertrain
Derivative
OTR
CO2 g/km
D200 – 2.0 I4d MHEV 204PS AUTO RWD
D200 RWD R-Dynamic S Saloon
£33,975
131
D200 RWD R-Dynamic SE Saloon
£36,735
137
D200 RWD R-Dynamic HSE Saloon
£39,650
140
D200 RWD R-Dynamic Black Saloon
£37,535
138
D200 – 2.0 I4d MHEV 204PS AUTO AWD
D200 AWD R-Dynamic S Saloon
£35,620
144
D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE Saloon
£38,210
149
D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE Saloon
£41,405
151
P250 – 2.0 I4 250PS AUTO RWD
P250 RWD R-Dynamic SE Saloon
£37,860
190
P250 RWD R-Dynamic HSE Saloon
£41,225
193
P300 – 2.0 I4 300PS AUTO AWD
P300 AWD R-Dynamic HSE Saloon
£44,800
204
Sportbrake
Powertrain
Derivative
OTR
CO2 g/km
D200 – 2.0 I4d MHEV 204PS AUTO RWD
D200 RWD R-Dynamic SE Sportbrake
£38,590
144
D200 RWD R-Dynamic HSE Sportbrake
£41,500
146
D200 RWD R-Dynamic Black Sportbrake
£39,395
145
D200 – 2.0 I4d MHEV 204PS AUTO AWD
D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE Sportbrake
£43,255
157
P250 – 2.0 I4 250PS AUTO RWD
P250 RWD R-Dynamic S Sportbrake
£37,190
189
P250 RWD R-Dynamic SE Sportbrake
£40,165
197
P250 RWD R-Dynamic HSE Sportbrake
£43,075
199
P300 – 2.0 I4 300PS AUTO AWD
P300 AWD R-Dynamic HSE Sportbrake
£46,650
213
* Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is intended to be released as part of a wireless software update on all Jaguar saloon and SUV models expected later this year, at which point the features will also be available via a SOTA update for all Pivi and Pivi Pro equipped XE and XF models. Software development and releases are subject to movements in planning and programming, and dates may be subject to change.
** All emissions and fuel economy figures are EU – WLTP (TEL) Combined. The figures provided are as a result of official manufacturer’s tests in accordance with EU legislation. For comparison purposes only. Real world figures may differ. CO2 and fuel economy figures may vary according to factors such as driving styles, environmental conditions, load, wheel fitment and accessories fitted.
The Concours of Elegance has revealed the full list of vehicles that make up its Main Concours display of the rarest cars in the world
From trailblazing pre-war Grand Prix cars to the very Rolls-Royce that gave birth to ‘the best car in the world’ moniker
Collection of around 60 vehicles sits at the heart of an ever that will welcome around 1,000 cars in total, in a number of special classes and features
The Concours of Elegance remains the UK’s top concours d’elegance and among the top three in the world
Established in 2012 to bring together the world’s rarest cars, the Concours of Elegance 2021 is once again set to gather the finest line-up of vehicles on display in the UK this year.
With just two weeks to go until the event opens to the public on Friday 3rd September, the full list of cars at the heart of the Concours of Elegance has been revealed, charting the full evolution of luxury and innovation in automotive from the pioneers right through to the modern day. Below are just a few examples confirmed to appear.
Alfa Romeo P3 Tipo B The Alfa Romeo P3 Tipo B was a true trailblazer – it was the first proper single-seater racing car. Powered by a supercharged V8 and weighing a mere 680kg, it was immediately successful, with Tazio Nuvolari scoring a victory in its first event halfway through 1932. He and Rudolf Caracciola would take a further five victories apiece that season.
Money troubles at Alfa Romeo the following season meant that the P3s simply weren’t raced until significant arm-twisting from a certain Enzo Ferrari released the cars to his Scuderia partway through the season. This model, chassis 50007, was ordered direct from Alfa by Scuderia Ferrari in ’32. After the 1935 season, a 19-year-old Count Jose de Villapadierna stole his aunt’s jewels and, with the proceeds, rushed out and bought 50007 from Ferrari. On crossing the border into Spain with the car, he was arrested and jailed until his aunt decided to forgive him. He later raced the P3 over a few seasons, but the Spanish Civil War intervened and he stopped racing, selling the car to England in 1938.
Frank Griswold bought 50007, and in 1939 he hired Louis Tomei to drive it at the Indianapolis 500 Classic, where it finished 15th. Griswold then sold the car to Tommy Lee in LA in around 1945, who entered it at The Brickyard with some success, running the Alfa as the Don Lee Special. The Lee Broadcasting team fitted the world’s first pits-to-car radio system to 50007, and it was the first car to be flown to a race.
Porsche 901 When the Porsche 901 was presented at the 1964 Paris Auto Salon, Peugeot took umbrage at its German rival using any three-digit number with a 0 in the middle. Porsche would change the moniker to 911, despite having built 82 pre-production cars bearing the 901 title. It was claimed no examples were sold to private customers, but some have trickled out of Porsche’s possession over the years.
Chassis 300078 is one such car, and has quite a story, having been displayed at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1965, announcing the 911 to the world. Despite the change
in nomenclature, this 901 is one of six believed to be left. Although outwardly very similar to the later cars, the first 82 differ slightly. The earliest examples have their A- and B-pillars trimmed in the same perforated white vinyl as the headlining, while later cars used black vinyl. The engine lid is unique to these cars, too, as was the rear licence-plate holder. The rear crossmember is completely smooth with no pressings, while the front wings house four-hole chrome horn grilles.
Voisin Type C27 Aérosport The origins of the C27 Aérosport lie in the Aérodyne – a provocative car created for the 1934 Paris Motor Show that didn’t quite hit the mark in terms of sales. After the expo, two roadsters were built on shortened Aérodyne chassis – which became known as the C27. Powered by a 3.0-litre straight-six engine, it was good for 105bhp. However, it is the glorious Art Deco styling that captivates the heart. Using the basic outline of the Aérodyne as a start, it’s lowered, has more luggage space, pentagon side windows, piano-hinged doors and aluminium accents. It also features a sliding roof powered by it own motor that works off the main engine’s vacuum.
In the mid-1950s this car was offered for sale in France by marque expert Robert Saliot and the Saliot Garage. The garage owned all of Voisin’s spare parts, and Robert’s student son used the C27 for day-to-day transport. At this stage, the coachwork was modified, with poor metal-sheet patch repairs to the roof. Stewardship was then passed to a scrap dealer, and the Aérosport disappeared for some time.
One day, Phillip Moch, a Voisin expert and hoarder of marque parts, acquired an ailing Voisin that had a second body. Removing this outer layer, he found the distinctive underslung chassis and the remnants of the C27 Aérosport.
Rolls-Royce 40/50 Silver Ghost The Rolls-Royce 40/50 chassis and engine had many names and roles – it even formed the basis of a range of armoured cars. However, when The Autocar called it “the best car in the world” and coined the phrase Silver Ghost, a legend was born – the car you see before you.
Chassis 60551 was the 12th 40/50 off the line, and it was destined to be a company demonstrator. Registered as AX 201, it was given a Roi-des-Belges body by Barker, and finished in aluminium paint. At a time when most cars were as noisy as they were unreliable, the model’s distinctive looks and relative serenity in motion lent it the Silver Ghost name. The car would break record after record, one of which included driving between London and Glasgow 27 times over a distance of 15,000 miles. Such reliable service provided the marketing backbone for the then-new Rolls-Royce Motor Company, rightfully earning that “best car in the world” title – one that is still used by the company today.
After a three-year restoration between 1948 and 1951, AX 201 entered service as a promotional tool, travelling around the world. In 1984 Franklin Mint took extensive photographs of the car while it was in storage, and produced a die-cast model that went on to become one of the firm’s best-selling models.
With Rolls-Royce Motors Ltd being sold in 1998, AX 201 ended up in the stewardship of Bentley Motors as part of the purchase of the Crewe Works by the Volkswagen Automotive Group. In late December 2019, AX 201 was purchased from Bentley and entered into private UK hands.
Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ2 Zagato might be known for its outlandish and sometimes challenging designs, but the heart of the Italian carrozzeria’s original mission was always light weight and slippery aerodynamics. The original TZ exemplified this starkly – its Ercole Spada-penned all-aluminium body weighed just 650kg, and was at the cutting edge of bodywork design thanks to its coda tronca ‘Kamm’ tail design.
For the TZ2, Zagato went even further, replacing the aluminium body with glassfibre to shave a further 30kg. Just eight were built, all as racing cars, and they used an Autodelta-tuned 1.6-litre twin-cam four-cylinder that produced 170bhp – good for 152mph thanks to that wind-cheating design.
The car at the Concours of Elegance, chassis AR750113, is the most successful TZ2. In 1966 it took class victories with Autodelta at the Nürburgring 1000km, Trento-Bondone, Circuito Del Mugello, Corsa Della Mendola and the Coppa del Chianti Classico, where it also finished first overall. However, its biggest success came at the Targa Florio, again run under the Autodelta banner. With Enrico Pinto and Nino Todaro behind the wheel, the car finished fourth overall and first in class.
While these cars form the Main Concours that acts as a centrepiece to the event, a total of nearly 1,000 cars will be on display over the course of the Concours of Elegance, including a collection of 95 British cars gathered to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s 95th birthday, and a 30UNDER30 Concours aimed at inspiring the next-generation of classic car enthusiast. Special features for 2021 will also gather together a line-up of Future Classics, representing the potential concours d’elegance stars of the next 50 years, a celebration of 60 years of the Jaguar E-type and a Veteran Car Run display, gathering the pre-1905 motoring pioneers that each year make their pilgrimage from London to Brighton.
Away from the automotive displays, Concours of Elegance remains an occasion of pure luxury, with champagne provided by Charles Heidsieck, picnics by Fortnum & Mason, live stage interviews with Chubb Insurance, hosted by Jodie Kidd, and a collection of art, jewellery and fashion displays. Presenting Partner, A. Lange & Söhne, recently confirmed to support the event for a further three years, will continue to showcase some of its most intricate timepieces. New long-term partners joining the event in 2021 include The Peninsula London Hotel and Residences, Gooding & Co and McLaren.
Tickets to the Concours of Elegance 2021 are available now ranging from standard entry tickets to full three-course hospitality packages from £288. Tickets can be bought from concoursofelegance.co.uk/tickets
The full list of vehicles in the Main Concours is:
1907
Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost 40/50 ‘The Silver Ghost’
1913
Mercer Raceabout Type 35-J
1914
Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost
1914
Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost VDP ’26RB’
1921
Bamford & Martin Aston Martin A3
1922
Lorraine-Dietrich B 3-6
1924
Bentley Motors 3-Litre ‘Pick-Up’
1926
Bentley 6 1/2-Litre DHC
1927
Rolls-Royce 20 HP Tourer by Barker
1928
Bentley 4.5-Litre Le Mans Sports Team Car
1930
Bentley 41/2-Litre
1931
Bentley 4 1/2-Litre Supercharged Sports Tourer
1932
Alfa Romeo P3 Tipo B
1932
Bentley 8-Litre Saloon by H.J Mulliner
1933
Talbot London AV105 Brooklands
1933
Lancia Dilambda 232
1934
Voisin Type C-27 Aérosport
1934
Bugatti Type 59
1935
Bugatti Type 57 Stelvio
1935
Hispano-Suiza M-70
1936
Jaguar SS100 2.5-Litre Open Two-Seater
1937
Rolls-Royce Phantom III HJ Mulliner Saloon
1938
Maybach SW38 Special Roadster
1948
Delahaye 135M Fixed Head Coupe by Chapron
1949
Bristol 401 Cabrolet Pinin farina
1949
Bentley Mark VI Saloon by Hooper & Co
1950
Ferrari 166 Inter Cabriolet Stabilimenti Farina
1951
Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS
1951
Jaguar XK120 OTS
1953
Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 4-Door DHC by Hooper
1953
Delahaye 135 MS CL Spéciale Faget Varnet
1954
Ferrari 250 GT Europa
1955
Aston Martin DB3S Coupe
1956
Bentley S1 Continental DHC Park Ward
1957
Ferrari 250 GT ‘Tour de France’
1957
BMW 503 Cabriolet
1957
Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster
1958
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spyder
1958
Bentley S1 ‘Honeymoon Express’ by Freestone & Webb
1958
Bentley S1 Continental 2-Door Coupe
1959
Porsche 356 B Roadster
1960
Ferrari 250 GT Coupe Pininfarina
1961
Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato
1961
Jaguar E-Type 3.8-Litre FHC
1962
Jaguar E-Type 3.8-Litre Roadster
1962
Ferrari 250 GT ‘Berlinetta’
1962
FMR Messerschmitt KR 200 De Lux
1963
Aston Martin DB4 Series 5 Vantage
1964
Porsche 901 Copue
1965
Aston Martin DB6 Short Chassis Volante
1965
Ferrari 275 GTB
1966
Alfa Romeo TZ2
1967
Ferrari 275 GTB/4
1968
Iso Grifo 7-Litre Coupe
1969
Porsche 917 K
1970
Porsche 917 K
1971
Porsche 908/3
1971
Citreon SM Mylord
1973
Porsche 911 Carrera RSR
1974
Porsche 911 Carrera RSR Turbo
1975
Gulf Mirage GR8
1976
Porsche 936
1979
Rolls-Royce Phantom VI HJ Mulliner Park Ward Limousine
About the annual Concours of Elegance: Established in 2012, the inaugural Concours of Elegance was held within Windsor Castle to mark the diamond jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen’s reign. Organised by Thorough Events, the first Concours of Elegance set a new global benchmark for a classic car concours; winning prestigious awards in the process; unheard of for a ‘start-up’ event in its first year. The second Concours of Elegance was held in 2013 to equal fanfare at the historic Royal Palace of St James in London, with the widely acclaimed third Concours set in the stunning grounds of Hampton Court Palace in September 2014, before heading to the Palace of Holyroodhouse in 2015. Only cars of the highest calibre are invited to the Concours of Elegance, from all over the world, painstakingly selected by the Concours Steering Committee; a respected team of authoritative historic car experts. A key objective of the annual Concours of Elegance is to raise significant sums for charity. www.concoursofelegance.co.uk
Historic Royal Palaces Hampton Court Palace is cared for by Historic Royal Palaces, the independent charity that also looks after the Tower of London, the Banqueting House, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland. We help everyone explore the story of how monarchs and people have shaped society, in some of the greatest palaces ever built. We raise all our own funds and depend on the support of our visitors, members, donors, sponsors and volunteers. With the exception of Hillsborough Castle, these palaces are owned by The Queen on behalf of the nation, and we manage them for the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport. Registered charity number 1068852. For more information, visit www.hrp.org.uk.
Ford introduces the most agile Focus ST to date, with high-specification adjustable suspension and lightened alloy wheels for increased cornering precision and response
Focus ST Edition accompanied by suspension guide to help enthusiasts optimise driving dynamics – including special Nürburgring setting.
Distinctive design includes exclusive Azura Blue exterior with high gloss black detailing, unique ST badging and part-leather Recaro sports seats
Ford today announced a new, special edition version of the Focus ST five-door hot hatchback that enhances driving dynamics with upgraded suspension and light-weight wheels for ultimate road and track driving experiences, alongside unique exterior and interior specifications.
The Focus ST Edition is available to order in selected European markets, including the UK priced from £35,785. The most dynamic version yet of the fourth generation Focus ST offers true driving enthusiasts the opportunity to tailor the driving dynamics to their personal preference using a Ford Performance-tuned adjustable coilover suspension system.
Cornering responses and driving dynamics are further enhanced with standard flow-formed alloy wheels that reduce unsprung weight, and Sports Technologies including a hydraulically-activated electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD) and selectable Drive Modes, including Track Mode, contributing to an even more rewarding and confident Focus ST driving experience.
Ford Performance has developed the Focus ST Edition exclusively in five-door hatchback body style to ensure the lowest possible weight for optimised control and precision, and with the 2.3‑litre EcoBoost petrol engine and six-speed manual transmission, 1 for maximum driver engagement.
A unique exterior is distinguished by an Azura Blue finish unavailable elsewhere in the Focus line-up, eye-catching high gloss black detailing and a distinctive black roof. Interior enhancements include part-leather Recaro sports seats, blue detail stitching and a red ST starter button.
“The new Focus ST Edition takes the hot hatchback to a new level of handling precision and control,” said Stefan Muenzinger, Ford Performance manager, Europe. “Not only does it offer increased poise and responsiveness for the enthusiast, but also gives the ability to tailor the feel and handling balance of the car to the customer.”
Precision and control The Focus ST Edition will arrive with customers featuring a factory chassis configuration that has been extensively tested and developed by Ford Performance, including at Germany’s Nürburgring Nordschleife.
Fine-tuned to optimise balance and control through corners while working hand-in-hand with the vehicle’s high-performance powertrain, the chassis also offers drivers the flexibility to further tailor suspension settings to their specific driving style or environment.
The two-way adjustable coilover suspension system, produced by motorsport specialists KW Automotive, features twin-tube stainless steel damper housings and powder-coated springs, with a distinctive Ford Performance Blue finish. Focus ST Edition’s ride height is lowered 10 mm front and rear compared with the standard Focus ST, with a further adjustment of 20 mm available to the customer. Spring rates are increased by more than 50 per cent compared with the standard Focus ST.
Twelve jounce settings – the degree of upward damper movement allowed as the wheel contacts a bump in the road, and 16 rebound settings – the speed at which the damper returns to position after an upward movement, give Focus ST drivers an even greater degree of control over cornering responses.
The Focus ST Edition is also supplied with a technical document providing recommended suspension settings for a variety of driving conditions – including a dedicated setting for the Nürburgring – to help performance driving enthusiasts fine-tune their driving experiences.
The lightweight 19-inch alloy wheels, equipped as standard with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, reduce unsprung mass by 10 per cent at each corner of the vehicle. The wheels are constructed using a flow forming process, which compacts the aluminium alloy to retain tensile strength and increase shock resistance while using less material. Able to more effectively follow the profile of rougher road surfaces and reduce the demand on the Focus ST Edition’s dampers and springs, the lightened wheels improve tyre contact with the road for enhanced grip and responses.
The Focus ST Edition continues to utilise sophisticated Sports Technologies to enhance performance, including an innovative eLSD that uses hydraulically activated clutches to redistribute up to 100 per cent of the available torque to the wheel with more traction to counteract wheelspin. Faster-acting and more precise than a conventional mechanical LSD, the system can pre-emptively adjust torque based on inputs from engine and vehicle sensors.
The 2.3-litre EcoBoost all-aluminium engine uses a low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger alongside an optimised air intake and exhaust system to deliver 280 PS of power at 5,500 rpm and 420 Nm of torque from 3,000 rpm to 4,000 rpm. Anti-lag technology inspired by the Ford GT supercar and F-150 Raptor pick-up also delivers even faster power delivery in Sport and Track drive modes.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph takes 5.7 seconds, with standing start performance supported by flat-shift capability that holds the throttle open when the clutch is disengaged during upshifts through the six-speed manual gearbox. The Focus ST Edition can reach a top speed of 155 mph.
Drivers can also use selectable Drive Modes 2 to adjust eLSD, throttle mapping, electronic power-assisted steering (EPAS) and electronic stability control (ESC) characteristics to match the driving scenario. A dedicated Track mode provides the sharpest responses and the most freedom within the ESC system for the maximum driver feedback and engagement.
As with the standard Focus ST, an optimised steering knuckle design; responsive, two turn lock-to-lock EPAS; and performance braking system with 330 mm front, 302 mm rear discs and optimised fade resistance support enthusiast driving on track.
Distinctive design The Focus ST Edition’s practical five-door hatchback body benefits from exclusive features and specification inside and out.
The unmistakeable Azura Blue exterior paint colour contrasts with High Gloss Black detailing on the upper grille, front bumper wings and door-mirror caps, as well as the rear roof spoiler and rear diffuser panel. The roof panel is also finished in high gloss black and is complemented by ST badges edged with a black surround.
Inside, the Focus ST Edition’s standard part-leather Recaro sports seats are edged in Ford Performance blue stitching, with the same effect used on the leather ST steering wheel, gear lever gaiter, centre console knee pads and floor mats. The engine start button is also finished with sporty red lettering to complement the ST badges.
The Focus ST Edition joins the existing, Ford Performance-developed Focus ST line-up that offers five-door and wagon body styles, 280 PS 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol 1 and 190 PS 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel1 engines, and a seven-speed automatic transmission option for the EcoBoost petrol.
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1 Ford Focus ST Edition 280 PS 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol homologated CO2 emissions 185 g/km and fuel efficiency 8.1l/100 km WLTP.
Ford Focus ST 280 PS 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol homologated CO2 emissions 184-186 g/km and fuel efficiency 8.1 l/100 km WLTP
Ford Focus ST 190 PS 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel homologated CO2 emissions 139 g/km and fuel efficiency 5.3l/100 km WLTP.
2 Driver-assist features are supplemental to and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle.
The declared WLTP fuel/energy consumptions, CO2-Emissions and electric range are determined according to the technical requirements and specifications of the European Regulations (EC) 715/2007 and (EU) 2017/1151 as last amended. The applied standard test procedures enable comparison between different vehicle types and different manufacturers.
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for and deepen the loyalty of those customers. Ford designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of connected, increasingly electrified passenger and commercial vehicles: Ford trucks, utility vehicles, vans and cars, and Lincoln luxury vehicles. The company is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, connected vehicle services and mobility solutions, including self-driving technology, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 186,000 people worldwide. More information about the company, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company is available at corporate.ford.com.
Ford of Europe is responsible for producing, selling and servicing Ford brand vehicles in 50 individual markets and employs approximately 43,000 employees at its wholly owned facilities and consolidated joint ventures and approximately 55,000 people when unconsolidated businesses are included. In addition to Ford Motor Credit Company, Ford Europe operations include Ford Customer Service Division and 14 manufacturing facilities (10 wholly owned facilities and four unconsolidated joint venture facilities). The first Ford cars were shipped to Europe in 1903 – the same year Ford Motor Company was founded. European production started in 1911.
Confirmed for the auction is this 2020 Toyota Yaris GR (Circuit Pack). This sparkling, Flame Red Yaris GR has covered just 29 miles from new and Classic Car Auctions are delighted to be offering such an unrepeatable example in their next sale. With a six-speed manual gearbox and four-wheel drive, this gleaming example dates from December 2020 with a massive standard specification. Fitted with the Circuit Pack which includes 18” BBS forged alloy wheels, red brake calipers and much more, Classic Car Auctions have sensibly guided this truly exceptional example at £28,000 – £34,000.
Gary Dunne, CCA’s Sales Manager commented “Our lot list is rapidly growing by the week, and we are delighted with the examples that are already confirmed. Our auctions have fully resumed as events, meaning our customers benefit from in-person inspections, bidding in the room and having our team of experts on hand to chat to – whether they are buying or selling. There is still time to submit your entry before the catalogue closes on Sunday 5th September so get in touch by calling 01926 640888.”
Another truly unmissable car going under the hammer at our sale is this 2020 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Pro. This is a fifth-generation 3-litre Supra in GR-Pro spec which has covered just 2,384 miles in the careful hands of its only owner. Designed in collaboration with BMW and built by Magna Steyr in Austria – this is the first time a Supra has been built outside Japan. This immaculate example was first registered in January 2020 and is finished in Downshift Blue with a black interior and was ordered in GR Supra Pro-spec which includes 19″ black and silver forged alloy wheels (5-double-spoke) and much more. Estimated at £35,000 – £40,000.
There are many more examples now live on Classic Car Auctions website now. To submit an entry alongside the examples previewed above, please contact Classic Car Auctions today on 01926 640888 or email enquiries@classiccarauctions.co.uk to ensure you don’t miss out.
New Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition adds SV Bespoke exclusivity to 575PS high-performance flagship – the fastest and most powerful SUV available from Land Rover
New Ultimate edition is available in three paint colours: exclusive Maya Blue Gloss or Marl Grey Gloss, featuring spectacular glass flake base coats for an intense star-like sparkle, or stealthy Satin-finished Ligurian Black
Contrasting Fuji White details extend to the side vents and edges of the Gloss Black knurled Range Rover lettering on the tailgate and body-coloured vented carbon fibre bonnet
Further exterior enhancements include a Narvik Black contrast roof, Gloss Black 22-inch five split-spoke forged alloy wheels and black brake calipers
Interior features an SV Bespoke Ultimate edition commissioning plaque, chrome SV Bespoke B-pillar badges, illuminated Ultimate edition treadplates, and black anodised metal gearshift paddles
Ultimate edition will debut on the Special Vehicle Operations stand at Salon Privé, Blenheim Palace, UK, on September 1-5
Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition is now available to order via Land Rover Retailers worldwide, priced from £123,900 in the UK. Visit: www.landrover.co.uk/svo
Prospective customers for Land Rover SV Bespoke services are invited to discuss their requirements with SV Bespoke’s personalisation experts at Salon Privé or via their local Land Rover retailer
Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition from SV Bespoke enhances Land Rover’s fastest and most powerful SUV with exclusive colour combinations and detailing
Special Vehicle Operations has launched a special edition Range Rover Sport SVR with spectacular new solid glass flake paintwork options for the first time.
Featuring a selection of exclusive paint colour combinations and tailored interior detailing by the SV Bespoke vehicle personalisation team, the 575PS Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition enhances the visual appeal of the fastest and most powerful vehicle in the Land Rover family.
Three hand-finished exterior paint choices include new Maya Blue Gloss and Marl Grey Gloss colours, both of which are exclusive to the Ultimate edition. Delicate and highly reflective fine white glass flake particles in the solid base coat give an intense star-like sparkle. A third option, for a more stealthy look, is Ligurian Black Satin. Each colour features a Narvik Black contrast roof.
The SV Bespoke team’s attention to detail extends to Black knurled Range Rover lettering on the bonnet and tailgate, with exclusive contrasting Fuji White edging which is also used for side fender accents.
A body-coloured carbon fibre vented bonnet, 22-inch five split-spoke forged alloy wheels and black brake calipers reinforce the Ultimate edition’s strong presence, complementing the SVR’s Narvik Black contrast roof, door mirror caps, front grilles and grille surrounds, front wing detail and tailgate finishers.
Range Rover Sport SVR is the fastest, most powerful and most dynamic Land Rover ever produced. Now in its second generation, the current model is powered by a 575PS version of the 5.0-litre V8 supercharged engine, which produces 700Nm of torque – sufficient to power the SVR from 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds (0-100km/h in just 4.5 seconds) and a top speed of 176mph (283 km/h).
Mark Turner, Commercial Director, Land Rover SV Bespoke, said: “Range Rover Sport SVR redefined Land Rover high-performance capability when it was introduced in 2014. We’ve sold more than 20,000 examples to date and demand for the SVR’s characterful mix of power, luxury and thrilling dynamics continues to grow every year. The SV Bespoke personalisation features of this Ultimate edition elevate its appeal even further.”
The craftsmanship of the SV Bespoke team is also evident inside. Specially commissioned chrome-finished SV Bespoke B-pillar badges, black anodised metal gearshift paddles and Ultimate edition illuminated treadplates enhance the recommended Ebony and Cirrus interior, which incorporates SVR-embossed lightweight Performance Seats in Windsor leather and contrasting Suedecloth.
Hannah Custance, Design Manager, SV Colour and Materials, said: “Our SV Bespoke design team is always pushing the boundaries to create stunning vehicle colours with enhanced individuality. This is the first SV Bespoke edition we’ve offered with beautifully textured and reflective glass flake paint finishes, which puts the Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate edition at the forefront of our innovative approach to personalisation.”
The new SVR Ultimate Edition will make its public debut on the Special Vehicle Operations stand at Salon Privé, Blenheim Palace on September 1-5, following global order books opening on August 24.
Long-term partnership announced with specialist insurance broker Lockton
2021 Club Trophy will have more car clubs than ever before
Anniversary celebrations include 50 years of Maserati Bora, Lamborghini Countach and Ferrari 365 GT/4 B
Having welcomed more than 1,000 cars in 2020, the Salon Privé Club Trophy presented by Lockton is set to return to Blenheim Palace on Saturday 4 September as part of Salon Privé Week.
The UK’s most prestigious car clubs come together in majestic surroundings, and this year there will more of them than ever before.
The 2021 Club Trophy is particularly significant because Salon Privé has announced a long-term partnership with Lockton, whose Private Clients and Performance division specialises in arranging insurance for prestige marques such as Bentley, Porsche, Aston Martin and Ferrari.
‘The Salon Privé Club Trophy is the perfect event for us to partner with,’ said Rachel Gilliam, Partner and Head of Lockton Private Clients. ‘We share a passion for all things automotive, and seeing those great cars against the backdrop of Blenheim Palace, and meeting their enthusiastic and knowledgeable owners, will make for a truly memorable day.’
A number of significant anniversaries will be celebrated this year, including half-centuries for three Italian greats. The Lamborghini Countach stunned the world when it was first shown as the LP500 concept at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show, and although it didn’t go into production until 1974, the Bertone-styled sensation went on to become the ultimate ‘pin-up’ supercar.
It shares an anniversary with the Ferrari 365 GT/4 BB, which was introduced at the 1971 Turin Motor Show. Its use of a mid-mounted flat-12 engine was a radical departure for Ferrari road cars at that time, and marked the beginning of a line that would continue into the Testarossa during the 1980s.
The last of the ‘Italians at 50’ is the Maserati Bora. The Giorgetto Giugiaro design was the Modena-based marque’s first mid-engined car, and fewer than 600 were built between its launch in 1971 and the end of production in 1978.
Other milestones being celebrated during the Salon Privé Club Trophy presented by Lockton include 70 years of the Jaguar C-type, 40 years of the Lotus Esprit Turbo, and 20 years of the Aston Martin Vanquish. The iconic Jaguar E-type, meanwhile, is 60 years old in 2021, and Salon Privé will honour this most beautiful of automotive designs with a series of special events across the week.
There will be a Manufacturer’s Award and a Secretary’s Award for each club, with the top prize going to the most exceptional car in attendance, as shortlisted by the club judges and manufacturers. The awards conclude with a grand parade of the winning cars.
Salon Privé Director David Bagley said: ‘The Club Trophy is always an enjoyable part of Salon Privé Week, and we’re delighted to announce our long-term partnership with Lockton. This year’s event will be even more exclusive than in previous years – attendance will be limited to owners of a model from one of the selected marque clubs. It should make for a very special atmosphere.’
After experiencing the spectacle in the club paddocks, guests can explore the South Lawn. There they will find some of the most experienced and knowledgeable specialists and restorers in the UK, and will be able to enjoy unrivalled access to the automotive industry’s latest releases. There’s also a brand-new feature for 2021 in the shape of the Red Collection, a carefully curated set of cars that will be unveiled on Wednesday 1 September. The line-up will include the 1933 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Monza Zagato Spider that won last year’s Best of Show in the Concours d’Elégance.
With a full programme of events, this year’s Salon Privé Week is set to be the ultimate end-of-summer motoring garden party. Whether you’re looking to get close to some of the world’s finest cars, enjoy the latest designs from leading watchmakers in Salon Privé TIME, or be surrounded by retail therapy courtesy of the most luxurious international brands, Salon Privé has something for everyone.
Now in its 16th year, Salon Privé Week is a must-attend series of events for any car enthusiast or aficionado. A Partner Concours to the Peninsula Classics’ Best of the Best Award, Salon Privé is now recognised as one of the top events in the world alongside Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. Held annually within the grounds of Blenheim Palace, Salon Privé is firmly established as the UK’s most exclusive automotive event.
Salon Privé Week 2021 1 September – Salon Privé Concours d’Elégance presented by Aviva 2 September – Salon Privé Concours d’Elégance presented by Aviva 3 September – Salon Privé Ladies’ Day presented by Boodles 4 September – Salon Privé Club Trophy presented by Lockton 5 September – Salon Privé Classic & Supercar
Tickets can be purchased via the website www.salonpriveconcours.com or by calling the Ticket Hotline: 0808 100 2205.
Charity Partner Salon Privé is proud to once again have Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity as its charity partner. The organisation provides emotional and practical support to families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness, and thanks to the generation donations of guests and Concours entrants, the event has so far raised in excess of £1.1 million for these great causes.
Twin motors boost power output to 195kW (265PS) – the most powerful Enyaq iV to date
82kWh battery (77kWh net) delivers WLTP range of 303 miles
125kW DC rapid charging as standard – charging to 80% in just 38 minutes
Priced from £46,610 OTR – available to order now
ŠKODA is expanding its acclaimed Enyaq iV electric SUV line-up with the arrival of a new, all-wheel-drive 80x SportLine model. Priced from £46,610, the new model is also the most powerful Enyaq iV to date with an output of 195kW (265PS).
The 80x SportLine is fitted with a second electric motor that drives the front axle. The combined 195kW output of the front and rear motors means that the newest addition to the Enyaq iV range is also the fastest with a 0-62mph time of 6.9 seconds. The 80x model also delivers significantly more torque than the standard rear-wheel drive SportLine model thanks to its twin motor arrangement. The combined torque figure for the 80x SportLine is 425Nm, which provides exceptional levels of agility and acceleration.
In terms of power consumption and range, the 80x SportLine has a WLTP range figure of 303 miles. Official consumption is 3.5 miles per kWh under WLTP test conditions. 80x SportLine models are equipped with 125kW rapid charging capability as standard, which means the newcomer can charge from 0-80% in as little as 38 minutes when connected to a 150kW+ DC rapid charger. A charge from empty to full will take around 13 hours on a domestic wallbox with an output of 7.2kW.
Like the rear-wheel drive model, 80x SportLine is equipped with a sports chassis set up as standard. This features a lower ride height (15mm lower at the front, 10mm at the rear) that reduces the centre of gravity for even more agile handling. Drive Mode Select and progressive steering are also standard while Dynamic Chassis Control is available as an option.
The Enyaq iV 80x SportLine comes with full LED Matrix headlights as standard. Each Matrix high beam module features 24 LEDs, which can be controlled individually and enable the driver to have the high beam on at all times without dazzling other road users. This intelligent technology automatically turns off individual segments of the light beam when the camera on the windscreen detects vehicles, as well as people and objects, reflecting the light.
Inside, the 80x SportLine’s upholstery and roof lining are predominantly black. The dashboard is upholstered in a black synthetic leather with grey contrasting stitching and features carbon-effect trims, which provide visual highlights and can also be found on the door panels.
The SportLine Design Selection also includes unique black sports seats with integrated headrests. These are upholstered in Alcantara/Leather and feature grey piping. A three-spoke multifunction leather sports steering wheel comes as standard and allows numerous vehicle functions to be controlled from its buttons and knurled wheels. The leather-covered steering wheel rim features grey contrast stitching, while the lower spoke has a badge bearing the SportLine lettering.
The 80x SportLine is priced from £46,610 OTR and available to order now. First deliveries are expected later this year.
