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2019 Jaguar I-PACE all-electric performance SUV

Jaguar has always been known for its performance and style. Now, that performance and style move to the next level with the 2019 Jaguar I-PACE. The 2019 Jaguar I-PACE is the first all-electric performance SUV from Jaguar and you should get ready to be surprised. The 2019 Jaguar I-PACE not only has a range of up to 234 miles, it can go from zero to sixty in a whispering 4.5 seconds. But this is just the start of why the Jaguar I-PACE for 2019 is gaining so much attention.

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Best In Class Coverage

Confidence in your new Jaguar begins with their Best in Class EliteCare Coverage which covers your new Jaguar for 5 years or 60,000 miles. You’ll also enjoy 24/7 roadside assistance, complimentary scheduled maintenance, and Jaguar InControl Remote and Protect. Discover why Jaguar owners have such confidence the moment they drive their new I-PACE home. 

An Exterior Design that Separates Itself from the Pack

The 2019 Jaguar I-PACE is no ordinary SUV. Its exterior design resembles that of a performance car with a distinctive Jaguar grille, sweeping “Double J” LED headlights, a dramatic scooped sloping hood and haunched rear that provides its “ready to pounce” profile. This is a vehicle sculpted to knife through the air effortlessly and delivers an effortless driving experience. The aggressive looks of the Jaguar I-PACE are complimented by large 18”, 20” or 20” wheels to enhance its innovative appearance. From its low drag roof design to its flowing waistline and rear diffuser, each element of this Jaguar contributes to its extraordinary efficiency.

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A Stunningly Innovative Interior

Classic Jaguar luxury and performance interior design elements get advanced treatment in the 2019 Jaguar I-PACE that is visually magnetic. Smooth contemporary lines blend comfort and technology in an ergonomic cabin designed to please. Handcrafted touches and needle stitching provides a sophisticated, tailored appearance. Controls are brightly lit, making night driving safer and more confident. Choose from sports or performance seating in a quiet, well-insulated interior. Acoustic laminated glass on the windshield and front windows add to the exceptionally silent ride. Cabin pre-conditioning and interior air ionization add to the comfort of every ride in your 2019 Jaguar I-PACE. With two touchscreens, the Interactive Driver Display and available Head-Up Display everything you need is at your fingertips.

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Exceptionally Efficient Performance

For over eight decades Jaguar has built automobiles designed to thrill. Now, that thrilling Jaguar SUV performance is available with absolutely no tailpipe emissions in the electric 2019 Jaguar I-PACE. Are you ready for 394 hp performance with 512 ft. lb. of torque? How about all-wheel-drive traction that can take you and your passengers from zero to sixty in just 4.5 seconds? The battery is positioned to provide a low center of gravity, helping the road-hugging performance of the I-PACE. The transmission moves from 0-12,000 rpm without hesitation or shifting, providing a smooth ride that must be experienced to be appreciated. 

You’re Invited The spirited 2019 Jaguar I-PACE SUV may be the perfect family vehicle to move your family towards innovative ground transportation. We invite you to connect with us to learn more. You have plenty of questions and we stand ready to assist you. Contact us today and set an appointment to drive the 2019 Jaguar I-PACE.

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Introducing the 2019 McLaren 600LT

The next chapter of Longtail history of McLaren is being written. Will you be a part of the story?

The 2019 McLaren 600LT is just the fourth McLaren to received the Longtail moniker over the last 20 years. It is the result of McLaren’s relentless pursuit of the fastest, most powerful and most extreme street-legal sports series ever. Each Longtail is rare and each is raw. Are you ready to take it to the edge?

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Distinctly Aesthetic

The 2019 McLaren 600LT demonstrates all the attributes of a true Longtail. Already generous side intakes have been widened to deliver cooling air to the powertrain. A low, long, aggressive stance and sweeping fascia increase aerodynamics and facilitate higher downforce. New carbon fiber bodywork, a large rear diffuser, and rear fixed wing extends the profile of the 600LT while enhancing the driving experience. This is an automobile clearly designed for the track but ready to take on the road.

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Bravely Engineered

The 2019 McLaren 600LT is the result of McLaren’s near obsession with power-to-weight ratios and willingness to reimagine what is possible. Firmer engine mounts, a lightweight chassis and braking system, Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tyres and quicker steering all contribute to this exceptional responsive and powerful sports car. Even super-lightweight carbon fiber racing seats are available to minimize weight and improve performance. Top exit exhausts add a distinctive touch to the rear of the 600LT, a sight most likely seen by others sharing the road. The engine roar is beyond exhilarating. It stirs the spirit and ignites adrenaline.

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Pushing the Edge

With a 3.8 liter twin-turbo engine that can reach zero to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds, the 2019 McLaren 600LT is set to take you to the edge. It produces a powerful 457 lb. ft. of torque, and 592 horsepower. This is a Longtail with a top speed of 204 miles per hour. Its racing proven carbon fiber MonoCell II chassis and lightweight aluminum body panels add to driver safety and confidence. It brakes equally impressively, going from 60 to zero at nearly 100 feet. The 600LT gets you there confidently and brings you back safely.

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Write Your Own Chapter

The Longtail is the most dramatic and extreme impression of a McLaren available. It is not for the timid. It is, however, for those who appreciate the perfect balance of weight and power in delivering a unique driving experience. It is for those who enjoy life to its fullest and seek experiences to maximize every day of it. Are you ready to write your chapter in the McLaren Longtail story? It could start by making an appointment to experience the 2019 McLaren 600LT personally. Contact us to set a time convenient to you. While here, we encourage you to review our other world-class automobiles.

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Sport programs are a valuable asset to any community. They’re entertaining, engaging, and healthy. Kids learn the value of sportsmanship and hard work. Adults enjoy a healthy hobby.

We love supporting our community. When we say that Dimmitt Cares, we mean it. And that’s why we’re thrilled to sponsor Florida Hospital Center Ice as a premiere sponsor.

Florida Hospital Center Ice offers something for every member of the community. From youth programs like their Recreational Hockey League and a number of skating camps to programs for adults like their curling leagues and skating lessons, Florida Hospital Center Ice reaches out into the community to bring people together in teams.

At Dimmitt Automotive, we know all about the value of teamwork. So, a sponsorship with Florida Hospital Center Ice, a facility that provides skating classes, hosts hockey tournaments, and trains some of the best figure skaters in the country, is a perfect fit. We look forward to seeing some great games at Florida Hospital Center Ice!

2019 Jaguar XE

Dec 26, 2018

Introducing the 2019 Jaguar XE

Jaguar refers to the 2019 XE as its most advanced, efficient and refined sports sedan the automaker has ever produced. This compact sedan is so much more than that. It offers a wide selection of trim levels and an amazing choice of powertrain options. It also comes backed by the Jaguar EliteCare “Best in Class” coverage of five years and 60,000 miles. It just may be Jaguar’s best-kept secret.

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An Expanded Line-up of Trim Levels

With a starting base price of about $36,000, there’s a 2019 Jaguar XE to suit your tastes, lifestyle, and budget. Select from configurations including the base XE, Premium, Prestige, and Portfolio. Select from the R-Sport, S, 300 Sport, Landmark and SV Project 8 for exciting design, styling and sport features. From the base entry-level XE to the dramatically styled, limited edition SV Project 8, this is your opportunity to build your perfect Jaguar.

Assertive Styling and Proportionate Design

Clean surfaces and assertive styling help the 2019 Jaguar XE stand apart from the crowd. Its front end is distinctively Jaguar and from its bold grille through contemporary LED taillights it is proportionate in its styling. Add even more sporty design features as you step up through trim levels. This is a sedan that allows you to choose the heat level appropriate for you. Choose wisely.

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Power Up to Your Comfort Level

The 2019 Jaguar XE is available in a choice of efficient and powerful gas and diesel engines. Powertrains start with the base 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine or a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine. The gas engine produces 247 horsepower with 269 lb. ft. of torque with the diesel generating 180 horsepower and 318 lb. ft. of torque. The Premium trim level comes with an available four-cylinder engine that produces 296 horsepower and 295 lb. ft. of torque. A supercharged V6 engine with 380 horsepower and 332 lb. ft. of torque is available with the S edition and if you choose the limited-run SV Project 8 enjoy the abundant power of the 5.0-liter V8 with 592 horsepower and 516 lb. ft. of torque. The unique SV Project 8 will also tempt you with extensive body, chassis and suspension modifications designed to match its powerful drivetrain. Each XE is equipped with the ZF® 8-speed automatic transmission, offering smooth gearshifts while adapting to suit your driving style. Enjoy a more personal driving experience with the additional control and exhilaration of manual gear selection via convenient paddles located behind the steering wheel.

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Jaguar’s Best-Kept Secret

The 2019 Jaguar XE may be Jaguar’s best-kept secret. Discover this exciting compact sporty sedan today by scheduling a test drive. Enjoy our full line-up of new and used Jaguars and other premium world-class automobiles on-site. Ask about Jaguar’s “Best in Class” five year, 60,000 protection plan that includes complimentary maintenance, roadside protection and more. Connect with us and enjoy driving again.

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We had the honor of presenting our Dimmitt Brand Development Champions from Clearwater and St. Petersburg last week. Today, we’re recognizing our Brand Champions from Audi Wesley Chapel.

A Dimmitt Brand Development Champion is someone who represents everything that Dimmitt Automotive stands for: dedication, generosity, positivity, and customer-first values.

We are fortunate for all of our associates at Dimmitt Automotive, but we would like to take just a moment to recognize the following individuals for their hard work:

Dimmitt Brand Development Champions of Audi Wesley Chapel:

Paula DePass

Lisa McMonigle

Antoine Borgella

2019 Jaguar E-PACE Compact SUV

Striking good looks, agile and responsive handling and a reachable entry price all combine to make Jaguar’s first compact SUV so desirable. Choose from one of three of models including the Base E-PACE, E-PACE E and the 2019 E-PACE SE. Select the models and features perfect for your family.

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The Base E-PACE has a surprising amount of standard features including state of the art Driver Assistance systems, a 10” touchscreen audio and video infotainment system, and all-around exterior LED lighting. Stepping up to the E-PACE E Series provides access to Jaguar’s ConnectPro System and Services package, leather-trimmed interior seating, 18” nine-spoke wheels and more. The top-of-the-line E-PACE SE includes a powered gesture tailgate, 14-way powered seats with memory and a premium Meridian sound system. Dramatic 19”, 10-spoke alloy wheels add just a bit of drama to its attractive exterior design. Which member of our family will you choose for yours? Each comes with Jaguar’s Best in Class EliteCare, 5 year, 60,000-mile coverage and legendary Jaguar styling. 

Head-Turning Design in a Compact SUV

The 2019 Jaguar E-PACE is not just any compact SUV. It is designed to turn heads and impress. From its scooped hood and aggressive grille through its muscular higher rear stance, the Jaguar E-PACE exudes a sporty confidence. It makes a striking impression on the road including its all-around LED lighting and signature rear taillights.

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A Luxurious, Driver-Focused Cabin

Slipping into the cockpit of the 2019 Jaguar E-PACE places you in contemporary refinement. High-quality materials wrap around the driver, placing controls and amenities just a fingertip away. This well-designed interior allows the driver to focus on the exceptional driving experience that awaits. Drivers enjoy a range of innovative Driver Assist systems that offer convenience and safety.

Efficient, Exceptional Performance

The 2019 Jaguar E-PACE responds to your commands and is fun to drive. Its 2.0 liter, 4-cylinder turbocharged engine generates 246 horsepower. It has a top speed of 143 mph and can travel from zero to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds. Its peppy engine and smooth shifting transmission deliver an energetic driving experience. 

Practically Sporty

The 2019 E-PACE is sporty yet practical. Offering comfortable seating for five, Its versatile interior provides 24.2 cubic feet of storage space behind the seats which expands to 52.7 cubic feet with seats folded down. This is a compact SUV suitable for the city, road trips, and errands. Best of all it provides Jaguar quality, craftsmanship and performance and the latest technology and Driver Assists systems. 

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Schedule a Test Drive Today

If you are in search of a compact SUV that separates itself from the crowd, schedule a test drive of the 2019 Jaguar E-PACE. While here, inspect the full line of 2019 Jaguars in-stock, and our expansive inventory of other new and used world-class automobiles. This is an exciting time for Jaguar and you are invited to reserve a front row seat. Connect with us for an appointment to drive one today. 

Most people are familiar with Toys for Tots. Run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve, the program distributes toys to the children of families who cannot afford to buy gifts for Christmas.

In the spirit of giving back to the community, Dimmitt Automotive has participated in Toys for Tots every year for almost a decade. This year was no exception.

Riders arrived from throughout the Tampa Bay to lend their vehicles to the cause. They brought unwrapped toys for children and stuffed trunks, backseats, and in one case, a spoiler with gifts. Dozens of beautiful cars lined up around the building. It was easily the most stylish parade in Tampa Bay.

After a safety meeting hosted by the Sheriff’s Department of Hillsborough County, the drivers set out to their vehicles. They drove from the Dimmitt McLaren Showroom in St. Petersburg to Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. There, they unloaded hundreds of toys for children.

Thank you to the deputies of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department for giving your time to a wonderful cause and for escorting our drivers through Tampa Bay safely. Thank you to the generous drivers and others who donated toys to the program. And thank you to everyone who came out and made the event a complete success. We can’t wait for next year!

2019 Jaguar XF

Dec 15, 2018

Introducing the 2019 Jaguar XF

Finding a distinctive vehicle that stands above the crowd is not always easy. So many have blended and merged into non-descript designs to appeal to the masses. Not the 2019 Jaguar XF. It is bold, assertive and attention-grabbing. It also offers a level of versatility that may have you considering Jaguar as a practical choice. Select from a choice of Sedans or the SportBrake Wagon, this is a modern Jaguar for the contemporary family. Elevate your expectations.

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Best In Class Coverage

Let’s start with the fact that your 2019 XF comes with Jaguar’s best-in-class coverage, giving you peace of mind for 5 years and 60,000 miles. Jaguar EliteCare not only provides valuable new vehicle coverage but complimentary routine maintenance, 24-hour roadside assistance, and Jaguar InControl Remote and Protect. There is a sense of confidence that comes with a Jaguar that no other nameplate delivers.

Peace and Performance

The 2019 Jaguar XF provides drivers with sought-after peace and performance, with a relaxing, quiet, well-insulated interior and an exciting powertrain to provide an exceptional driving experience. The driver-focused cabin is simple, direct and places controls of routine infotainment systems in the steering wheel. You’ll stay connected and entertained through the XF InControl® infotainment system. The next-generation technologies of TouchPro are standard. Jaguar technology is responsive, intuitive, and seamlessly integrated to enhance your driving enjoyment. Quality materials and fine stitching acknowledge you aren’t just traveling, but that you have arrived. Designed for five adults, this is a sporty automobile created to seat five adults in comfort.

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Space and Sport

The 2019 Jaguar XF presents a blend of invigorating sports performance and the practicality of family-friendly space. Its lightweight aluminum architecture delivers a more rigid, sporty drive that better connects the driver with the automobile. A front double wishbone and rear integral link suspension is also engineered to be light and work in harmony to deliver supreme comfort and handling. Choose from available rear wheel and all-wheel-drive models with 2.0 liter, 4-cylinder, turbocharged engines that produce from an efficient 180 horsepower to a more aggressive 247 horsepower and ultimately a muscular 296 horsepower engine. With seating for five and even more generous storage space in the wagon, this Jaguar is suitable for daily driving and weekend and week long travels. There’s no need to under pack or leave sports equipment behind. You also don’t have to compromise with a bulky SUV.

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Enjoy a Test Drive Today

You deserve a personal experience in the 2019 Jaguar XF and we can deliver. Simply connect with us and schedule a test drive to best fit your schedule. Allow us to demonstrate the full range of features of the XF and provide an opportunity for you to slip behind the wheel. You will discover there are no sacrifices to be made. You can have a sporty, versatile vehicle that everyone appreciates and enjoys. While you are here, sample our line of available new and pre-owned vehicles in stock, all designed to provide a world-class driving experience. This is your time. Contact us and we will be honored to help show you the way.

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Vehicle illustrations shown are of the 2018 XF model

Examples of Outstanding Character

Who are the Dimmitt Brand Development Champions? They’re the men and women of Dimmitt Automotive who demonstrate outstanding character. They represent everything that Dimmitt stands for: our values, our customer-centered attitude, our dedication to the community.

Generous individuals, Brand Champions have a willingness to serve which leaves others feeling more positive and richer for having interacted with them.

We’re lucky to work with and around these people.

Dimmitt-Automotive-Brand-Development-ChampionsThe Holiday Luncheon

Dimmitt Automotive recognized our Brand Champions with an award at our annual Holiday Luncheon both in St. Petersburg and in Clearwater. We’d like to take another moment and recognize them here.


Thank you to our Brand Development Champions. You make Dimmitt Automotive great. And thank you to everyone who was able to join us at our Holiday Luncheon. We can’t wait until next year!

Dimmitt Brand Development Champions in St. Petersburg:

Teresa Dowdy

Greg Wallat

David Stine

Angel Baez

Brendan Callahan (not pictured)


Dimmitt Brand Development Champions in Clearwater:

Diane Panagoulias

Steve Audia

Mike Fink

Keith Reiter

Michelle Wright

Lisa Harder


Thank you to our Brand Development Champions. You make Dimmitt Automotive great. And thank you to everyone who was able to join us at our Holiday Luncheon. We can’t wait until next year!

It’s Beginning to Sound a Lot Like Christmas

Dimmitt-Cares-Salvation-Army-Ringing-Bell-ChristmasAs much as tinsel and candy canes, the familiar ringing of Salvation Army bells outside of the grocery store has become a holiday tradition. No doubt you recognize the familiar red aprons and red kettles, along with the cheerful sound of a ringing bell.

From November 8th through December 24th, volunteers will be out collecting funds for the Salvation Army.

Funds donated to the Salvation Army go to support their various community-serving programs, like housing assistance and food shelves. The Salvation Army does all that they can to help the community in times of need. Their motto is “Doing the most good” with good reason.

Ringing the Bell for a Great Cause

Dimmitt-Cares-Salvation-Army-Ringing-Bell-ChristmasVolunteers can sign up to ring the Salvation Army bell in shifts of two or more hours at a time. This year, Dimmitt Automotive signed up and collected funds on December 10th for five hours. It was great fun, and even greater to see a full kettle at the end of the evening. It was truly heartwarming to see parents teaching their young children how to donate.

Thank you to everyone who came out to volunteer, and thank you to our friends within the community who donated and made our night a success!

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