Jaguar F-Type
The Jaguar F-Type (X152) is a series of two-door, two-seater grand tourers manufactured by British car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover under their Jaguar Cars marque since 2013.[3] The car's JLR D6a platform is based on a shortened version of the XK's platform.[3] It is the so-called "spiritual successor" to the famous E-Type.[4]
Not to be confused with Jaguar F-Pace.Jaguar F-Type (X152)
Lister LFT
2013–2023
2014–2024
Castle Bromwich Assembly, Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Ian Callum[1]
- César Pieri (Project 7)
- 2.0 L Ingenium turbocharged I4[2]
- 3.0 L supercharged Jaguar AJ126 V6[2]
- 5.0 L supercharged Jaguar AJ133 V8[2]
- 300 PS (221 kW) (F-Type I4)
- 340 PS (250 kW) (F-Type V6)
- 380 PS (279 kW) (F-Type S / F-Type P380)
- 400 PS (294 kW) (F-Type 400 Sport)
- 450 PS (331 kW) (F-Type P450)
- 495 PS (364 kW) (F-Type V8 S)
- 550 PS (405 kW) (F-Type R)
- 575 PS (423 kW) (F-Type SVR / Project 7 / F-Type R P575)
2,622 mm (103.2 in)[2]
4,470 mm (176 in)[2]
1,923 mm (75.7 in)[2]
1,308 mm (51.5 in)[2]
1,597–1,665 kg (3,521–3,671 lb)
The car was launched initially as a 2-door soft-top convertible, with a 2-door fastback coupé version launched in 2013.[5] The F-Type underwent a facelift for the 2021 model year. It was unveiled in December 2019, featuring a significantly restyled front end and dashboard, and simplified drivetrain options.[6][7] Jaguar announced that the F-Type will be discontinued after the 2024 model year.[8]
Technical details[edit]
Chassis[edit]
The F-Type utilises an all-aluminium unitary chassis, assembled with flush rivets and glue.[26] Sound and vibration insulation is provided by the addition of a special underbody tray and engine mounts, and a double bulkhead between the engine bay and passenger compartment. The convertible roof is an electrically operated retractable fabric piece. Jaguar says by eschewing metal it can keep the car's centre of gravity low, while a Thinsulate layer means thermal and sound insulation is akin to a solid roof.[27]
Powertrain[edit]
At launch, the entry-level model used Jaguar's new 3.0-litre V6 supercharged petrol engine, producing a maximum power output of 340 PS (250 kW; 335 hp), enabling the car to accelerate from 0 to 97 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 5.1 seconds, and attain a top speed of 259 km/h (161 mph). The F-Type V6 S has the same engine uprated at 380 PS (279 kW; 375 hp), allowing the car to attain a top speed of 275 km/h (171 mph), and achieve acceleration from 0 to 97 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 4.8 seconds. Next in the range is the V8 S with 495hp and then the F-Type R, with Jaguar's 5.0-litre, 550 PS (405 kW; 542 hp) supercharged V8 petrol engine, allowing the car to attain a top speed of 299 km/h (186 mph) and accelerate from 0 to 97 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 4.0 seconds. Topping the range is the F-Type SVR, with the same engine as the F-Type R uprated at 575 PS (423 kW; 567 hp) enabling the car to attain a top speed of 322 km/h (200 mph) and accelerate from 0 to 97 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 3.5 seconds.[27] The layout is front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, or all-wheel drive which is standard on the F-Type SVR and P575, optional on the P380 and P450. The gearbox is an eight-speed automatic with paddle-shifters offering manual override. In 2015, a ZF six-speed manual became available as an option on the V6 models. There is a mechanical limited-slip differential on the V6 S and an electronic limited-slip differential on the V8.
In 2018, a 2.0 L turbocharged Inline-4 engine was added as the new entry-level powertrain, which is Jaguar's first four-cylinder sports car and its most powerful on the basis of horsepower per cylinder.
Limited editions[edit]
400 Sport[edit]
The Jaguar F-Type 400 Sport, a special-edition model that would remain on sale for just one year, was launched as part of a raft of revisions to the British sports car. The F-Type 400 Sport launch edition is powered by an upgraded version of the 3.0-litre supercharged V6 engine producing a power output of 400 PS (294 kW; 395 hp) (hence the name) and the addition of the Super Performance braking system (which features 380 mm front and 376 mm rear discs and black callipers with 400 Sport logo) and a Configurable Dynamics system which allows drivers to select individual settings for the throttle, transmission, steering and dampers. The F-Type 400 Sport features unique 20-inch alloy wheels.
The car features '400 Sport' badges on the front splitter and rear of the car, as well as the centre console, steering wheel, tread plates and embroidered headrests. The F-Type 400 is available as either a coupé or convertible and in either rear or all-wheel drive.[39][40]