Data from the sensor is transmitted by radio frequency to a receiver in each wheel arch, and in turn to the central control module. In the event of a loss of pressure, the system displays clear warnings in the instrument cluster to help the driver to take appropriate action. The TPMS system is standard equipment with run-flat tyres, and available as an option with all other tyre types. Where run-flat tyres are fitted, no spare wheel needs to be carried in the luggage compartment and the unused spare wheel well is fully trimmed and shaped to take a suitcase and increases the total loadspace by 30 litres.


BRAKES

The new Jaguar XK features a braking system with bigger ventilated discs, more stopping power, better pedal feel and better resistance to fade than the previous Jaguar XK. Extensively tested at facilities including Nardo in Italy and the Nürburgring test track in Germany, where Jaguar has a permanent research facility, the new brakes are specifically tuned to be more responsive for the enthusiastic driver. The new Jaguar XK has four-channel ABS with analogue control which is more refined than simpler 'on-off' digital controls, and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution which ensures the correct balance of braking forces between all four wheels irrespective of road or vehicle-load conditions. It also uses Jaguar's excellent Electronic Parking Brake system.


JAGUAR XK INTERIOR

- Driver-focussed interior design produces sporty and functional atmosphere
- Increase in leg, head and shoulder room over previous XK
- Touch-screen information centre controls all major functions

The interior of the new XK is as modern and forward-looking as the exterior, and designed specifically with the sporty, enthusiastic driver in mind. It is roomy and comfortable, and in its choice of materials and equipment, it is genuinely a premium, luxury car. It was important that it displayed the understated craftsmanship and restrained contemporary luxury associated with Jaguar. But being a sports car there was no place for overly ornate or fussy design - ergonomics were more important. So the seats hold the driver and passengers firmly but comfortably, the interior has a light and airy 'cockpit' feel, and the lowered position of the instrument panel also gives a feeling of greater cabin space.

"Jaguar interior design has always scored highly with our customers," explains Giles Taylor, Senior Design Manager, Jaguar Cars. "In terms of comfort, ergonomics and general environment, our cars are ahead of the opposition. With the all-new Jaguar XK we naturally looked to enhance that strength. The new interior is somewhere the driver and passengers will feel at ease; it produces a sense of well-being and harmony."

That sense of well-being comes in part from the fact that the car is roomier than the previous Jaguar XK, and has the classic 2+2 sports car layout with individual sculpted seats in the rear. There is 59mm more seat-track travel, 54mm more front leg room, up to 31mm more front head room and 32mm more shoulder room. There is better foot space all round, and Jaguar's electronic parking brake liberates the space that was previously needed for the outboard handbrake lever. There are more interior stowage spaces, and the combination of more interior space plus longer seat travel effectively increases rear seat space and makes rear seat access through the long doors easier.

The interior is very clean and driver-focussed, with simple architectural forms and minimalist detailing. What's in front of the driver essentially defines the feel of the car, which is sporty and functional.

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