Jaguar R-D6

Jaguar R-D6
Overview
Manufacturer Jaguar Cars
Production 2003 (Concept car)
Designer Ian Callum
Body and chassis
Class Compact executive car (D)
Body style 5-door hatchback
Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Related Jaguar X-Type
Powertrain
Engine 2.7 L V6 diesel
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,840 mm (111.8 in)
Length 4,330 mm (170.5 in)

The Jaguar R-D6 is a concept car built by the British automaker Jaguar Cars, and unveiled to the public at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show.[1]

It is powered by a 2.7-litre V6 diesel engine, producing 230 bhp (172 kW; 233 PS) and 500 N·m (369 lb·ft) of torque.

Designed by Ian Callum, the 5-door hatchback features rear-hinged doors based on technology from the Mazda RX-8, which was part of the Ford group at the time and a side hinged rear door.

The short 4,330 mm (170.5 in) long car sits on large 21" wheels and a 2,840 mm (111.8 in) wheelbase.[2]

References

  1. "Jaguar hatch to launch in 2014". Autocar. September 2009. Retrieved 13 October 2013.
  2. "Concept Car of the Week: Jaguar R-D6 (2003)". Car Design News. 15 November 2013. Retrieved 2 December 2014.

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