Reinforcing its commitment to product development and global expansion, Jaguar Land Rover, the UK’s leading manufacturer of premium vehicles showcased its breakthrough Land Rover Discovery Sport and Jaguar XE models today at the Paris Auto Show.
Dr. Ralf Speth, Chief Executive Officer, said, “The Jaguar XE and the Land Rover Discovery Sport are at the very heart of the UK’s manufacturing renaissance. Jaguar Land Rover is delivering solid financial results and has good sales momentum globally. Our manufacturing plans around the world and product launch programs are on track, as we deliver vehicles appealing to more customers than ever before.”
The all-new Jaguar XE is part of Jaguar Land Rover’s growth phase and is the first to use the high-tech Ingenium engine – a family of ultra-low-emission, four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines from the new Engine Manufacturing Center, in the British West Midlands. The introduction of the Land Rover Discovery Sport signifies the first member of the new Discovery family, part of Jaguar Land Rover’s strategy to introduce 50 new products or updates in the next five years.
Land Rover showed off its latest premium compact SUV in its all-new and striking metallic body color, Phoenix Orange, which was showcased using Land Rover’s unique off-road simulator and impressive rain curtain – a natural falling water feature.
Phil Popham, Group Marketing Director, further stated, “Both the Discovery Sport and XE are exciting developments for Jaguar Land Rover that demonstrate our commitment to continued investment in new models and innovation.”
