Car reviews

The XK is the most advanced Jaguar ever. Most significantly it's now built of aluminium (as with the XJ series) so while it has more equipment and higher levels of safety, at 1635kg it is significantly lighter than its 1775kg predecessor (and its rivals). This means it accelerates quicker, brakes harder, changes direction faster and drinks less fuel. You get a sense of this new-found athleticism simply from looking at it, for this slimmed down and toned up XK looks like it's spent time in the gym. Jags have always excelled at cruising, but the XK can also play the sporting role when needed and does it well too. The convertible roof looks elegant when up and even better down and the stiff body ensures that no tremors or wobbles spoil the experience.