Q The new F-Type SVR has 567bhp from its 5.0-litre supercharged V8. Is this the limit for this engine?
A “There are always ways and means, but yes, I think we’re getting close to the limit, the way things stand.”
Q Why is it 4WD? Shouldn’t SVR be about extreme performance and driving pleasure, favouring rear-drive?
A “I think we decided, quite early on, that we wanted four-wheel drive across the SVR sub-brand. I think it’s about driveability, so using the car every day. Global sales potential is a key factor in the decision, too.”
Q SVR seems to be growing in a steady but measured fashion. Is it limited by marketing reach, how far the brand can stretch, or engineering resource?
A “At the moment, demand is outstripping our…
