• The C-x17 has balanced proportions with a sleek formed lines. Courtesy Jaguar
    The C-x17 has balanced proportions with a sleek formed lines. Courtesy Jaguar
  • The four-seater sports concept is said to be ‘luxurious’.
    The four-seater sports concept is said to be ‘luxurious’.
  • The car features a long bonnet and ‘prominent grille impart a muscular look’. Courtesy Jaguar
    The car features a long bonnet and ‘prominent grille impart a muscular look’. Courtesy Jaguar
  • The vehicle's rear has a sport's car touch to it, making it more seductive. Courtesy Jaguar
    The vehicle's rear has a sport's car touch to it, making it more seductive. Courtesy Jaguar
  • The car offers open cabin seats that give a sense of space and openness to the passengers. Courtesy Jaguar
    The car offers open cabin seats that give a sense of space and openness to the passengers. Courtesy Jaguar
  • The interior offers interactive technology, with individual bucket seats for comfort. Courtesy Jaguar
    The interior offers interactive technology, with individual bucket seats for comfort. Courtesy Jaguar
  • The car has blue neon lighting on the dashboard and the centre console. Courtesy Jaguar
    The car has blue neon lighting on the dashboard and the centre console. Courtesy Jaguar
  • Innovative speakers are introduced in the new concept car. Courtesy Jaguar
    Innovative speakers are introduced in the new concept car. Courtesy Jaguar
  • Jaguar's design director, Ian Callum. Courtesy Jaguar
    Jaguar's design director, Ian Callum. Courtesy Jaguar

Motoring

In pictures: A short drive in the Jaguar C-x17 concept car

The National staff

November 14, 2013

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The only C-X17 in existence has been treated to a new coat of paint since its Frankfurt debut, transforming from blue to silver, which, in the process, highlights its complex shape more effectively. Kevin Hackett gets a rare treat in driving a concept car in Dubai.

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