
Word has it that Jaguar will show a new dramatic sports car concept at the 2010 Paris Motor Show later this month. The new concept will show a new design direction for the brand and will celebrate the company’s 75th anniversary. The new concept will inspire a lineup of new Jaguar models starting with the 2012 XK Coupe due next year. Stay tuned for more updates. [egmCarTech]

Jaguar has released the Jaguar XKR 75, which is powered by a newly tuned engine, producing 530hp and 483 lb-ft of torque. The sports car accelerates from 0 to 60mph at just 4.4 seconds with a top speed of 174mph. Exterior updates include a new Stratus Grey finish, red brake calipers that stand in contrast to the 20-inch gloss Vortex forged lightweight alloys with a dark technical finish and diamond turn. An optional body graphic that runs from the front bumper to the rear haunches rounds out the package. The Jaguar XKR 75 will debut at the upcoming Goodwood Festival of Speed and will be made available to order from July 2010 in the UK priced from £85,500 ($128,542). [Autoblog]