(MAHWAH, N.J.) ‑ March 22, 2016 ‑ The Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards recognize automakers' outstanding achievements in creating and maintaining brand attributes that capture the attention and enthusiasm of the new‑vehicle buying public. Award categories are calculated among luxury, non‑luxury and truck shoppers. Based on consumer automotive perception data from Kelley Blue Book Strategic Insights' Brand Watch study, the highly comprehensive study offers insight into how shoppers perceive important factors driving their purchase decisions, and captures brand/model familiarity and loyalty among new‑car shoppers. The visually striking exterior design features of the Jaguar F‑TYPE and XF models has earned praise in the market and played an important role in earning this styling award.
"Design has always been at the heart of Jaguar products, and to be recognized with this award at a time when the brand is experiencing incredible momentum and growth is very gratifying," said Kim McCullough, Vice President, Marketing, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. "As we begin to expand our line up with the addition of the XE and F‑PACE this spring, we look forward to the opportunity to reach an even wider audience and welcome new owners and fans of the brands."
In addition to the expanding Jaguar model lineup, the brand continues to enhance and refresh current models. Fully redesigned for 2016, the second generation Jaguar XF brings a unique blend of design, technology and refinement to the premium sedan segment. Positioned between the mid‑size Jaguar XE and the flagship Jaguar XJ, also refreshed for 2016, the new bodywork on the XF mirrors the evolution of the Jaguar design language.
Since its introduction in 2014, the Jaguar F‑TYPE range has expanded from three models to six in only one model year. All‑new for 2017, the ultra‑high performance Jaguar F‑TYPE SVR will make North American debut at the New York International Auto Show tomorrow. The very first production Jaguar vehicle to be developed by Special Vehicle Operations and wear the SVR badge, the F‑TYPE SVR takes performance, dynamics and driver involvement to a new level yet retains the comfort and duality of character inherent to all Jaguar cars.
In addition to debuting the 2017 Jaguar F‑TYPE SVR at the New York International Auto Show, the newest Jaguar line‑up also includes the 2017 XE compact sports sedan, the brand's first performance SUV, the Jaguar F‑PACE newly re‑designed XF and XJ sedans, and the 2016 F‑TYPE.
For more information about the 2016 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards, visit www.kbb.com/new‑cars/brand‑image‑awards.
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About Jaguar
Jaguar is a premier manufacturer of luxury sedans, sports cars and performance SUVs offering unparalleled design and tremendous performance. The company's vision throughout its storied history has been simple: To produce beautiful, fast cars that are desired the world over. Jaguar strives to provide a world class ownership experience to every owner. Today's Jaguar line up consists of the Jaguar XE and XF sports sedans, the XJ luxury sedan, the two‑seat F‑TYPE sports car and the brand's first‑ever SUV, the F‑PACE. Jaguar designs, engineers and manufactures exclusively in the United Kingdom, at the Solihull and Castle Bromwich manufacturing plants, both in the British Midlands. Jaguar is fully engaged with sustainability initiatives and social concerns with continuous involvement in environmental and community programs. For more information visit the official Jaguar website at www.jaguarusa.com.
About Jaguar Land Rover
‑ The United States is one of the leading global markets for both Jaguar and Land Rover
‑ Jaguar Land Rover employs 32,000 people and sells vehicles in 170 countries around the world
‑ Jaguar Land Rover has two state of the art engineering and design facilities and four advanced manufacturing plants in the UK
‑ Headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey in the United States, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC has offices across the USA
‑ Jaguar Land Rover is represented by more than 330 independently operated retail outletsin the USA
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