Jaguar has unveiled this teaser sketch of the new C-X16, ahead of the production concept’s World debut at the upcoming 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show on September 13.

Designed by the same team that produced the Jaguar XJ, XF and XK – headed by Director of Design Ian Callum – the C-X16 concept is a precursor to future Jaguar sports cars.

Director of Design, Ian Callum commented: ‘Great Jaguars have always been beautiful, innovative and have looked firmly to the future. The finished C-X16 concept has the potential to do these things while retaining the ability to surprise, to excite and invigorate.’

Adrian Hallmark, Global Brand Director, added: ‘Jaguar has set in place bold, ambitious plans for the future.  This production concept demonstrates the depth of design and engineering ability we have within Jaguar to make these plans come to life – I look forward to sharing this latest, exciting step at the Frankfurt Motor Show.’