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Jaguar F-type Coupe S 3.0 V6 (380 Hp)
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Jaguar F-type:
The Jaguar F-Type is a series of two-door, two-seater sports cars manufactured by British car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover under their Jaguar Cars marque from 2013 to 2024. The car's JLR D6a platform is based on a shortened version of the XK's platform. It is the so-called "spiritual successor" to the E-Type.
The car was launched initially as a 2-door soft-top convertible, with a 2-door fastback coupé version launched in 2013. 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. Jaguar announced that the F-Type will be discontinued after the 2024 model year. Production ended in June 2024, by which time 87,731 examples had been built....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe Overview:
Jaguar F-type (Coupe). With 460 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1584 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.5 s). The top speed reaches 275 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Jaguar F-Type Coupe generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. However, it features a robust chassis and standard safety equipment like multiple airbags and ABS, typical for a premium sports car of its era.
S 3.0 V6 (380 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The manual gearbox provides a more engaging and purist driving experience, though slightly slower in acceleration than its automatic counterpart.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is slightly higher than the automatic version, reflecting the less optimized manual shifting for efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning and timeless design
- • Powerful and characterful supercharged V6 and V8 engines
- • Engaging driving dynamics and handling
- • Captivating exhaust notes, especially from the V8s
- • High-quality interior materials and finish
Cons:
- • Limited practicality with only two seats and modest trunk space
- • Firm ride quality, especially on rougher roads
- • Fuel economy can be poor with V8 engines
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Some reports of minor electrical issues
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Convertible: 2013 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | F-type |
| Generation: | Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | S 3.0 V6 (380 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 380 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 126.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 460 Nm @ 3500-5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 306PS [Same engine] More details about the engine 306PS |
| Engine displacement: | 2995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.25 l |
| Coolant: | 9.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 275 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.2 kg/Hp, 239.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.4 kg/Nm, 290.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1584 |
| Max. weight: | 2000 |
| Max load: | 416 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 407 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 315 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4470 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1923 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1309 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2622 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2042 mm |
| Front track: | 1597 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1649 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 108 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/40 R19; 275/35 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 19; 9.5J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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