The much-anticipated...
The much-anticipated model - identified by the "D" on the bootlid - should achieve at least 35mpg, thanks in part to its lightweight aluminium chassis. Powered by a modified version of the 204bhp 2.7-litre twin-turbo V6 from the S-Type, the XJ D will be no slouch. Fitted with the S"s automatic gearbox and boasting around 435Nm of torque, expect the car to hit 0-60mph in less than eight seconds. Impressive mid-range acceleration and a top speed in excess of 140mph are also on the cards.
Both will be aiming...
Both will be aiming to clinch the driversò€™ crown when they take to the track at this weekendò€™s season finale at Brands Hatch, Kent.
On present form, itò€™s Vauxhall ace Giovanardi who is favourite to snatch the coveted prize. The Italian holds a 44-point advantage over arch-rival Plato, with a mere 45 points up for grabs. But Plato will want to go out on a high, following SEATò€™s recent announcement that it will quit the series at the end of the season. There will also be a battle for the Independentsò€™ Trophy, with Team RACò€™s Colin Turkington holding a narrow 22-point lead over Mat Jackson of BMW Dealer Team UK.
Weò€™ll bring you a full report of all the action very soon.