The Jaguar R-D6 is a

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built by the British automaker

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, and unveiled to the public at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show. It is powered by a 2.7-litre V6 bi-turbo

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, producing and of torque, it is rear wheel drive. The engine was developed with Peugeot and previewed the specification prior to the launch of the Jaguar S-Type diesel. Designed by

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, the 5-door

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features rear-hinged doors based on technology from the

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, which was part of the

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group at the time, and a side hinged rear door. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 Concept 2

The short long car sits on large 21" wheels and a wheelbase.

References

External links

Ian Callum R-D6 project page
{{Jaguar modern timeline R-D6 Cars introduced in 2003 Rear-wheel-drive vehicles Compact cars Hatchbacks