There are still many of us who remember the Jaguar C-X75 with some longing. It was 2010 when the British firm came up with an impressive prototype with a central engine and hybrid technology that was very advanced for the time. While they were studying the feasibility of putting it into production, the model became more popular thanks to its appearance in the James Bond film Specter. However, it ultimately did not see the light of day. Until now, what Callum arrives to make it a reality the dreams of a decade ago.
There is a key detail to understand this story and that is that Ian Callum was the father of the C-X75 originally. The British designer, now behind the company with his last name, was the maximumarchitect of the prototype that never made it to production and he wanted to get rid of that thorn. It was a project with a certain complexity that required certain modifications to be able to register without problems, but they have managed to make it faithful to the original model. Of course, with a modern touch that will surely convince many.
First of all, it is based on the prototypes they made for the film. This means that the plug-in hybrid propulsion system is dispensed with and a commitment is made to the 5.0-liter supercharged V8 in central position. Deliver the same 575 HP and 700 Nm of torque than in other examples that used that block and is linked to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Much work has been done on an active aerodynamic package that increases downforce at speeds above 60 km/h.
It has also been used to check the exterior of the Jaguar C-X75, with more than 1,000 hours of work. That has included refining the bodywork, precise panel alignment and a more up-to-date willow green paint finish. On the other hand, the window frames are made of machined brushed aluminum, there are carbon fiber details and an engraving with the model name on the exhaust pipe. At first glance, little changes, but the most spectacular transformation has been made inside.
Callum has completely redesigned the cabin of the Jaguar C-X75, giving priority to the driver. A combination of dark green and cream colors is chosen for its leather upholstery and metal trim. What is most striking are the three rotary controlstactile on the center console that serve to control the infotainment. It has connectivity through Apple CarPlay despite maintaining that minimalism and analog details like those of the original prototype.
