The Jaguar F-Type is a two-seat sports car, based on a shortened platform of the XK convertible, produced by Jaguar Cars from 2013.
The Jaguar F-Type was developed under the project code "X152". A similarly sized concept car, the C-X16, was shown at the Frankfurt Motor Showin September 2011.
The Jaguar car was launched initially as a soft-top convertible, with a coupe version expected to be launched in 2014.
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| Manufacturer | Jaguar Cars |
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| Production | 2013- |
| Assembly | Birmingham, England (Castle Bromwich Assembly) |
| Predecessor | Jaguar E-Type |
| Class | Sports Car |
| Body style | 2-door roadster |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Engine | 3.0 L V6 S/C petrol 340 PS (250 kW) 5.0 L V8 S/C petrol 495 PS (364 kW)3.0 L V6 S/C petrol 380 PS (279 kW) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic transmission |
| Wheelbase | 2,622 mm (103.2 in) |
| Length | 4,470 mm (176 in) |
| Width | 1,923 mm (75.7 in) |
| Height | 1,308 mm (51.5 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,597 kg (3,520 lb) F-Type 1,665 kg (3,670 lb) F-Type V8 S1,614 kg (3,560 lb) F-Type S |
| Designer(s) | Ian Callum |
Production model
The Jaguar F-Type convertible was officially launched at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.
Chassis
The Jaguar F-Type uses an all-aluminium chassis, 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 hood. 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.
Powertrain
The entry-level F-Type uses Jaguar’s new 3.0-litre V6 supercharged petrol engine, good for 340 PS (250 kW; 340 hp), 0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) in 5.1 seconds, and a top speed of 161 mph (259 km/h). In the middle comes the F-Type S, with the same engine tuned for 380 PS (280 kW; 370 hp), a top speed of 171 mph (275 km/h), and 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds. The top of the range model is the V8S, with Jaguar’s 5.0-litre, 495 PS (364 kW; 488 hp) supercharged petrol engine. The layout is front-engined, rear-wheel-drive. The gearbox is an eight-speed automatic with paddle-shifters offering manual override. There is a mechanical limited-slip differential on the V6 and electronic limited-slip differential on the V8.
| Model | Years | Engine type | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0-litre supercharged V6 petrol | 2013– | 2,995 cc (183 cu in) (AJ126) | 340 PS (250 kW; 335 hp) @ 6,500 rpm | 450 N·m (330 lb·ft) @ 3,500–5,000 rpm |
| 3.0-litre supercharged V6 petrol | 2013– | 2,995 cc (183 cu in) (AJ126) | 380 PS (279 kW; 375 hp) @ 6,500 rpm | 460 N·m (340 lb·ft) @ 3,500–5,000 rpm |
| 5.0-litre supercharged V8 petrol | 2013– | 5,000 cc (305 cu in) (AJ133) | 495 PS (364 kW; 488 hp) @ 6,500 rpm | 625 N·m (461 lb·ft) @ 2,500–5,500 rpm |
Suspension
The Jaguar F-Type has double-wishbone front and rear suspension with adaptive dampers and adjustable suspension settings to allow the driver to tweak ride and handling. Jaguar F-Type has a total of 25 different driving modes programmed to suit different road conditions and driving styles.
Interior
The Jaguar F-Type interior has a two-seater setup with the leather interior and control button finished in aluminium. There is a touchscreen display in the centre console and another TFT display between the dials in the instrument panel. There is also a choice of flat-bottom or alcantara finish for the three-spoke steering wheel and buttons finished in soft-feel matt black.
Equipment
Jaguar has introduced a stop-start engine shutoff function, which Jaguar claims boosts economy by 5 per cent.
The Jaguar F-Type has bi-xenon headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights, along with full LED lighting at the rear. The S and V8S versions get an “active exhaust system” which opens special valves over 3,000 rpm to intensify the sound profile.
There is a retractable rear wing spoiler and door handles that are left hidden with the bodywork until needed. The fabric hood raises or lowers in 12 seconds, and can be used when the car is moving at up to 48 km/h (30 mph).
The audio systems offered, use Meridian technology with either 380 W spread across ten speakers or 770 W across twelve speakers.
Marketing
In August 2012, it was announced that American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey would be the face of the Jaguar F-Type, which premiered at the Paris Motor Show in September 2012.
In April 2013 a short film called 'Desire' was launched at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival to promote the Jaguar F-Type. Directed by Adam Smith from Ridley Scott Associates, starring Damian Lewis, Jordi Molla and Shannyn Sossamon.
New Musical Express called the film "typically sumptuous promo features heavy product placement"
New Musical Express called the film "typically sumptuous promo features heavy product placement"
CONCEPT CAR OF JAGUAR -
C-X16 concept
Main article: Jaguar C-X16
The Jaguar C-X16, was unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Jaguar stated that it is their smallest car since the 1954 Jaguar XK120, at: 4,445 mm (175.0 inches) length; 2,048 mm (80.6 inches) width; 1,297 mm (51.1 inches) height.
The Jaguar C-X16 form takes cues from Jaguar's 2010 C-X75 plug-in hybrid concept supercar, including the shape of the front grille and the wrap-around rear lights, and also has a side-hinged opening rear window reminiscent of the 1961 E-Type.
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