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The new XFR attracts all kind of attention. (Glen Woodcock/AUTONET)
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Although priced competitively with the BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, the XFR’s ride, handling and acceleration are comparable to the much more expensive M5 and E-Class AMG. (Glen Woodcock/AUTONET)
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The XFR's traditional leather and wood interiors are beautifully crafted, but a feature I don’t get is the vents for the heating/cooling system that open and close when the starter button is pressed. Pointless gimmickry. (Glen Woodcock/AUTONET)
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There is a handy round knob on the XFR's centre console, just like Benz and Bimmer, but this one pops up when you press the start button, and instead of a controller to operate systems such as navigation audio it becomes a rotary gear selector. (Glen Woodcock/AUTONET)
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The new 2010 XF Premium and XFR models are powered by a new direct injection 5.0-litre V8. Jaguar says this is the most advanced engine it has ever produced, offering significant increases in performance and fuel economy. And it delivers a lot more torque than the previous generation 4.2 V8 that still powers the base XF. (Glen Woodcock/AUTONET)
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This new cat is sure footed thanks to Adaptive Dynamics – computer controlled, continuously variable damping – and Active Differential Control – an electronically controlled rear differential. And the growl from its quad tailpipes under full throttle is a warning to the rest of the luxury car world that the cat is back. (Glen Woodcock/AUTONET)
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