Why is the acceleration of the Jaguar XEL 250 horsepower version slow?

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VonAllie
07/24/25 12:52am
Jaguar XEL 250 horsepower version is not slow in acceleration, with a 0-100 km/h time of 6.9 seconds, which is a very good performance. The following are the specific details of the Jaguar XEL: Design style: The new Jaguar XEL basically follows the design style of the XE model, including the Jaguar family-style front grille and sharp headlight clusters on both sides. At the same time, the lines around the air intakes on both sides of the front bumper are smoother. The rear of the Jaguar XEL also retains the design of the current XE model, featuring a dual exhaust layout. Configuration: In terms of configuration, the Jaguar XEL will be equipped with a panoramic camera, ACC adaptive cruise control, and dual sunroofs. Power: The Jaguar XEL will be equipped with a new 2.0T engine, offering two power options: a low-power version with a maximum power of 200 horsepower and a high-power version with a maximum power of 250 horsepower. Transmission: The new car is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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VanErin
08/10/25 8:36pm
Friends who have driven the Jaguar XEL 250hp version might wonder why the acceleration feels underwhelming despite strong paper specs. After my own research, the core issue lies in significant power transmission losses. The rear-wheel-drive structure itself incurs about 15% drivetrain loss, compounded by the ZF 8AT transmission's deliberately lazy tuning for smoothness - there's always a half-second delay when stomping the accelerator before power kicks in. While the all-aluminum frame keeps weight down, the luxury features push the curb weight over 1.7 tons, resulting in an actual power-to-weight ratio comparable to ordinary 2.0T engines. Once when I lined up with a BMW 330i, its acceleration G-forces were noticeably stronger. The XEL is better suited for elegant cruising than aggressive sprints. I'd recommend using Dynamic mode plus disabling traction control to somewhat alleviate the lag.
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