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Re: IAA today
Pentium:
Probably yes, it's closer in size to a Cayenne but I hope similar in price with the Macan...
It's a concept and will, according to various journalists (I've read it in several articles), never go into production. Instead, there comes a successor for the X-type. The main reason for this would be the fact that TATA doesn't want Jaguar and Land Rover selling similar products. BS of course.... VAG doesn't do anything else and it works for them.
let's just hope those journalists are wrong... I like the car.
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SuzyF:
Pentium:
Probably yes, it's closer in size to a Cayenne but I hope similar in price with the Macan...
It's a concept and will, according to various journalists (I've read it in several articles), never go into production. Instead, there comes a successor for the X-type. The main reason for this would be the fact that TATA doesn't want Jaguar and Land Rover selling similar products. BS of course.... VAG doesn't do anything else and it works for them.
let's just hope those journalists are wrong... I like the car.
You can't compare the VW group and Jaguar LandRover in this context though, due to the difference in sizes of the two companies. VW is so big that cannibalisation of sales between different group brands is unavoidable in very many markets and therefore just par for the course.
The Jaguar and Land Rover products on the other hand are currently distinctly different and complementary, with no overlap of the brands' models, and there is the additional factor that in many (most?) markets they are sold alongside each other from the same main dealer showrooms.
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If I wanted a British SUV I would go for a Range Rover. Why introduce an internal competitor when your original product sells so well, is already so well established and a kind of legend? Unless they manage to differentiate sufficiently between the two brands, something I don't see how.
Jaguar, need a 3 series, C class rival and subsequently a smaller premium car in the A3 class.
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"Form follows function"
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If you think about it (and had to choose between them) the Range Rover Sport would be the clear option, and to be completely frank I've never met anyone who has been completely happy with a Jag purchase. Their design has picked up in the last few years, the F type for example looks very good. But a brand name and a pretty face is not enough in the current market, there's way too much competition.
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Enmanuel:
If you think about it (and had to choose between them) the Range Rover Sport would be the clear option, and to be completely frank I've never met anyone who has been completely happy with a Jag purchase. Their design has picked up in the last few years, the F type for example looks very good. But a brand name and a pretty face is not enough in the current market, there's way too much competition.
I had a 2001 XJR that I bought 2 years old that I loved. The only problem was I was in my late 20’s and a claret red with cream interior big jag being driven around by someone that age gets lots of laughs… The only problem mechanically I had was the waterpump going. That and eating rear tires (but that was my fault). Now that I’m older I’d look at getting one again if it fit my needs but would probably wait until car/booster seats are no longer part of my life.
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For $12k less than a Cayenne GTS or $30k less than a turbo (forget the turbo S), you can get a fully loaded RRS supercharged autobiography. Still trying to see how different dynamically the cars would be.
What I would have loved however is a 350hp diesel combined with a plug in 100hp electric engine with 0-60 sub 5.5s...
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RC:
pride355:
My favorite SUV, right now, is the New RR Sport with 295 hp diesel engine (3.0 L)
Diesel? Seriously?
Christian,
Unlike you, I prefer torque and powerful diesel engines in SUVs and daily drive sedans. I like the low end pull and cheaper commuting expenses.
For me, the powerful and thirsty petrol engines are only for weekend toys. 
Consuming more than 20 liter/100 km in a petrol engined DD is a "no no" for me. 
My average speed in daily drive is around 50-60 km/h. 
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ONUR 
THE BEST CAR EVER 
11 E92 M3 CP - 09 Audi TTS Coupe - 07 997 Carrera S - 05 M3 Coupe - 03 M3 Coupe - 96 M3 Coupe EVO (PASS TIME HISTORY)
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pride355:
My favorite SUV, right now, is the New RR Sport with 295 hp diesel engine (3.0 L)
+1 
I have my name down for the new Hybrid which should be available in the second quarter of 2014. I took a test drive the Diesel and they've done a great job with it. As long as the hybrid doesn't compromise the handling, it should be a winner
..beautiful in every angle
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bridggar:
I'll probably replace my XC90 with RR sport 7 seat. (I know they're not REAL seats!) Yes, it'll will also be Diesel.
I Will test one next week . But to buy , I don t know if it better to wait for the v8 diesel that comes next spring with 330 hp 
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pride355:
RC:
pride355:
My favorite SUV, right now, is the New RR Sport with 295 hp diesel engine (3.0 L)
Diesel? Seriously?
Christian,
Unlike you, I prefer torque and powerful diesel engines in SUVs and daily drive sedans. I like the low end pull and cheaper commuting expenses.
For me, the powerful and thirsty petrol engines are only for weekend toys.
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ONUR
THE BEST CAR EVER
11 E92 M3 CP - 09 Audi TTS Coupe - 07 997 Carrera S - 05 M3 Coupe - 03 M3 Coupe - 96 M3 Coupe EVO (PASS TIME HISTORY)
My wife thought the same when she replaced her M3 Cab with a X3 35d Diesel but now she regrets every single moment of doing that, despite the much lower Diesel consumption (9-10 l / 100 km instead of the 19 liters with the M3). This is not about the Cab or sports car, this is about sound and perception. The X3 Diesel is just boring.
My Cayenne GTS is my daily driver and I drive at an average speed of 34 kph (according to the travel computer) to work and back from work, about 15 km each day. Yes, fuel consumption is high, in the 19s but I drive with a smile on my face all the time. 
Totally worth it.
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RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Porsche 991 Turbo S (Sept. 2013), Cayenne GTS (958), BMW X3 35d (2013)
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Nice plate. 
I was told there is a backlog to April 2014 for Diesel - I've another year of warranty & servicing on my Volvo so will probably wait a year or so to see how they go. Will be very interested to read your comments on ownership in the interim!
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991 (what a car!) XC90 - Black/Black 2 kids, 1 dog
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ISUK:
pride355:
My favorite SUV, right now, is the New RR Sport with 295 hp diesel engine (3.0 L)
Iain,
You have been too quite for a while I suspect that something is coming and here we go
I expect to see more pictures of the car and furthermore I would like to read your comments on the car once you deliver it. Really great choice and my no.1 DD candidate. Enjoy her in good health 
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ONUR
THE BEST CAR EVER
11 E92 M3 CP - 09 Audi TTS Coupe - 07 997 Carrera S - 05 M3 Coupe - 03 M3 Coupe - 96 M3 Coupe EVO (PASS TIME HISTORY)
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