The Jaguar F-Type Thread

Two-litre Jaguar F-Type is nobody’s pussycat

In essence, it’s parts-bin engineering at its very best, as Jaguar combines its new Ingenium entry-level two-litre turbopetrol four with a fined-down version of the all-aluminium F-Type two-seater to create a hard-revving, agile little sportster that will be very different to drive from its overtly muscular siblings.

And it’s nobody’s pussycat, leaping from a standstill to 100km/h in a claimed 5.7 seconds and topping out at 249km/h – about the same as the original 1961 E-Type with its 3.8-litre XK straight six.

But whereas the Series 1 E-Type delivered peak torque at 4000rpm via a four-speed Moss gearbox that took some learning, the two-litre F-Type kicks out 221kW (the highest output per litre of any production Jaguar engine yet) and 400Nm from just off idle at 1500rpm, through an eight-speed auto transmission.

The new F-Type is also 52kg lighter than its V6 sibling, most of which is over the front axle, enabling the suspension technicians and test drivers to set the chassis up for more precise steering response and better balance, ideally suited to more twisty roads.

And it makes the right snarling noises, too, thanks to a carefully-tuned active exhaust with just one big tailpipe for maximum auspuff with minimum weight, in contrast to the central twin pipes on the V6 and the outboard quad pipes on the V8 models.

Lightweight 18 inch rims and slimline seats save more weight, while special chrome and aluminium trim elements, a Touchpro infotainment system and a sleek frameless rear-view mirror underline the driver-focused feel.

The two-litre F-Type will be released in South Africa in the fourth quarter of 2017; prices will be announced closer to the launch.

http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/two-litre-jaguar-f-type-is-nobodys-pussycat-8637284
 
Jaguar F-Type driver nabbed at 231 km/h on the N4!

A Jaguar F-Type driver has been arrested after being caught reportedly travelling at 231 km/h on the N4 near Alkmaar in Mpumalanga.

According to the Lowvelder community newspaper, the 40-year-old male driver was nabbed at about 07:30 on Wednesday morning.

He was arrested and taken to the Nelspruit police station, and will be charged for reckless and negligent driving.

“The speed camera clocked him at the speed and then officers flagged him [down]. He only stopped a few metres after the camera,” Joseph Mabuza, spokesperson for the Mpumalanga department of community safety, said.

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/jaguar-f-type-driver-nabbed-at-231-kmh-on-the-n4/

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The F-Type has worn a ‘handle with care’ badge in the past, especially the V8 R models that prove an absolute handful in rear-driven format. This V6, with a touch more power (400 Sport example) feels like it may just be the sweet spot in the range if you don’t have the bucks for an AWD R or an SVR.

That said, with the spec in this 400 Sport, it comes in at 1.7 million (including options), which isn’t all that far from the AWD R at R2 million and the SVR at R2.3 million.

http://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/jaguar-f-type-400-sport-2017-first-drive/43357/

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We have pricing for the four-cylinder Jaguar F-Type!

Until recently, the Jaguar F-Type was available only with either a supercharged V6 or V8 engine. But last month, the British sportscar announced a new entry-level four-cylinder turbocharged Ingenium unit for the recently facelifted model. And now we have local pricing.

In this application, the four-pot makes 221 kW and 400 N.m, which Jaguar says translates to a 5,7-second sprint to 100 km/h and a top speed of 250 km/h.

The entry-level engine will power four derivatives locally, including coupé and cabriolet body styles. An eight-speed Quickshift torque converter automatic transmission will be standard issue, as will an active exhaust system, satellite navigation and a Meridian sound system.

With a bit of extra cash, you can opt for the R-Dynamic trim level, which throws in a switchable active exhaust and signature LED headlamps, as well as some other toys. All models come standard with a five-year or 100 000 km maintenance plan.

Pricing (excluding CO2 emissions tax):

Jaguar F-Type Coupé 221 kW: R953 400
Jaguar F-Type Coupé R-Dynamic 221 kW: R1 034 900
Jaguar F-Type Cabriolet 221 kW: R971 000
Jaguar F-Type Cabriolet R-Dynamic 221 kW: R1 052 500

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/we-have-pricing-for-the-four-cylinder-jaguar-f-type/
 
This is how much Jaguar's 2.0-litre F-Type will cost in SA

Jaguar has fitted a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine into its F-Type. But don't scoff at its diminutive cubic capacity just yet, this forced induction engine produces 221kW and 400Nm – the most powerful four-cylinder engine ever fitted to a production Jaguar.

The entry-level F-Type models go on sale in Mzansi from the third quarter of 2017.

Rear-wheel drive layout

The automaker quotes a 0-100km/h sprint time of 5.7 seconds, and the least powerful F-Type will reach a top speed of 250km/h.

The 2.0-litre Coupé is priced at R953 400, and Convertible starts at R971 000.

The engine uses a twin-scroll turbocharger which Jag says offers near-instantaneous boost pressure, and very little turbo lag.

R-Dynamic derivatives offer more kit

Jag offers the entry-level F-Type with a tuned active exhaust as standard, while R-Dynamic variants feature a switchable active exhaust for a more involved driving experience.

The automaker will also offer R-Dynamic models which feature additional specification, including 19” wheels, full LED headlights, different bumpers and side sills, as well as gloss black interior trim finishers.

Standard features on all models include: new slimline sports seats, six-way electric seats, InControl Touch Pro, Navigation Pro, Meridian audio and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

http://www.wheels24.co.za/NewModels...uars-20-litre-will-f-type-cost-in-sa-20170530
 
Four-cylinder Jaguar F-Type (2017) Price

Jaguar has announced local pricing for the polarising four-cylinder F-Type. It should be available towards the end of 2017 too.

Jaguar has been forced down the 4-cylinder route, much like Porsche was with its 718 range. The downsizing trend continues as engines get smaller, turbochargers get better and crisp exhaust notes fade into forgotten memory, replaced with pops and bangs tuned by a man behind a laptop wearing a trucker hat.

We haven't yet driven the four-cylinder F-Type, so it's too soon to judge but we have many fond memories of the V6 and V8 models. We hope the new 4-pot will deliver similar thrills. For starters, the 2.0-litre Ingenium unit develops a healthy 221 kW and 400 Nm of torque. That's good enough to shove the chubby F-Type to 100 kph in 5.7 seconds and on to a limited top speed of 250 kph. The smaller engine does have the advantage of weight, lessening the load on the front axle by 52 kg.

The 4-cylinder has been dropped into both the coupe and convertible models. Engineers have given the standard models an active exhaust system to enhance the tailpipe sound. R-Dynamic variants get a switchable active exhaust mode.

The R-Dynamics models get additional kit that includes a sportier bumpers and side sill to go with gloss black interior trim and 19-inch wheels.

Pricing

F-Type 2.0 Coupe - R953 400

F-Type 2.0 Convertible - R971 000

http://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/four-cylinder-jaguar-f-type-2017-price/43460/
 
First ride: four-cylinder, 296bhp Jaguar F-Type

New 2.0-litre Jaguar F-Type four-pot shows us its supercar-chasing performance

Jaguar has used the best possible method to prove that the performance of its recently announced 2.0-litre four-cylinder F-Type sports car lives up to the promised 296bhp engine output — by allowing Autocar a world-first ride in the new entry model with ace engineer and driver Mike Cross.

Late last week, on the same Warwickshire roads on which much of the four-cylinder F-Type’s final development was carried out, Cross demonstrated that the new model offers performance that nudges into the supercar sector.

Indeed, the 5.4sec 0-60mph time quoted for the new car – which comes in only rear-wheel-drive guise with its own specifically configured eight-speed ZF Quickshift auto – is a shade quicker than the six-speed manual version of the pricier 335bhp V6 model, previously the entry-level F-Type. Engineers say the fourpot’s 295lb ft torque peak, developed from just 1500rpm, plays a key role in its impressive throttle response.

Jaguar has already started building four-cylinder F-Types for production and will deliver the first cars in late August. It cites their key marketing role as broadening the appeal of the F-Type, whose most powerful SVR model now costs more than £110,000. Yet with the 2.0-litre turbo’s arrival, it is now possible to buy a coupé version of the F-Type for just below £50,000 and a convertible at just over £55,000.

That makes Jaguar’s “most dynamically capable, most performance-focused” model yet look much more competitive against rivals such as Porsche’s Boxster and Cayman — especially since there has been no move to reduce equipment or cheapen the F-Type’s luxurious cabin.

Far from being a price leader, the 2.0-litre car, Jaguar insists, has a character all of its own: the lighter engine contributes to a weight cut of 52kg, mostly over the front wheels, which aids agility. The car also has a sporting but distinctive exhaust note, some of which emanates traditionally from the engine bay and some from the car’s audio system.

“This car is beautifully balanced and really agile to drive,” said Jaguar chief product engineer Erol Mustafa. “It’s really at home on twisty roads. Couple that with a special four-cylinder exhaust note and this F-Type has a character all its own.”

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/first-ride-four-cylinder-296bhp-jaguar-f-type

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Should I buy one?

The best thing about this the 400 Sport is its focus. You’re buying it on the right wheels, with the right seats, steering wheel and suspension specification. And the special model identification only makes it more desirable.

If driving is your priority, I think it would be hard to spend more than another £2000 to £3000 on cost options on the 400 Sport, because Jaguar has got the specification of it so right. In this day and age, that makes a nice change.

Jaguar F-Type 400 Sport Launch Edition

Location Warwickshire Price £70,665 Engine 2995cc, V6, supercharged Power 395bhp at 6500rpm Torque 339lb ft at 3500-5500rpm Gearbox 8-spd paddle-shift auto Kerb weight 1700kg 0-60mph 4.8sec Top speed 171mph Economy 32.9mpg combined CO2/tax band 203g/km, 37% Rivals Porsche Cayman, Mercedes-Benz SL, BMW M4

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/jaguar/f-type/first-drives/jaguar-f-type-400-sport-2017-review

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Jaguar F-Type 2.0-litre 2017 review

Should I buy one?

One other caveat, and one I hate making, but so be it: the roads we tried the F-Type on were mostly level and all slow. We barely drove this car at more than 50mph. Which is why the wheel-nibbling is both curious and concerning. What’ll it be like at national speed limit velocity down the more knobbly bits of the Fosse Way? Jaguar must have tried it there. We’ll try it there, too, soon enough.

Which leaves us where? Welcoming the price drop, which makes an F-Type available from under £49,900 (speccing an R-Dynamic adds £3700 to that), unmoved by the sound, and wanting to know this car better: the extra agility is welcome, but I wonder if that’s why you buy an otherwise sophisticated car like the F-Type.

Little brothers are great and all. But they’re usually better once they’ve grown up a bit.

Jaguar F-Type 2.0 i4 R-Dynamic

Price £53,600; Engine 4 cyls, 1997cc, turbo, petrol; Power 296bhp at 5500rpm; Torque 295lb ft at 1500-4500rpm; Gearbox 8-spd automatic; Kerb weight 1600kg; 0-60mph 5.4sec; Top speed 155mph; Economy 39.2mpg; CO2/tax band 163g/km, 31%; Rivals Porsche 718 Cayman

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/jaguar/f-type/first-drives/jaguar-f-type-20-litre-2017-review

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This or something from Porsche? Tough call. Think I'd personally go with the Germans.
 
FiestaST said:
Depends on what you prefer. Tried & trusted and perfected formula or the uber stylish plucky Brit.

Those Jaaaags are something though...love 'em.
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They sort of blend in with the crowd though, to be honest. I've seen a few in streets recently and it's lost that want factor it initially had with me.
 
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