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Jaguar F-type Convertible (facelift 2020) 2.0 (300 Hp) Quickshift
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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)
Convertible (facelift 2020) Overview:
Jaguar F-type (Convertible (facelift 2020)). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1540 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.7 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (300 Hp) Quickshift Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly agile and engaging, the 2.0-liter offers a lighter front end and a balanced feel, providing ample power for daily driving and spirited moments.
Fuel Economy
The most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, offering reasonable running costs for a premium sports car.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning and timeless design, especially post-facelift
- • Exhilarating V8 engine options with incredible sound
- • Engaging driving dynamics and responsive steering
- • Luxurious and driver-focused interior
- • Excellent quick-shifting automatic transmission
Cons:
- • High running costs for V8 models (fuel, insurance, maintenance)
- • Limited practicality with minimal cargo space and only two seats
- • Firm ride quality, especially on less-than-perfect roads
- • Infotainment system, while improved, can still lag behind competitors
- • Rear visibility can be restricted with the roof up
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Convertible (facelift 2017): 2019 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Jaguar |
| Model: | F-type |
| Generation: | Convertible (facelift 2020) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (300 Hp) Quickshift |
| Start of production: | December, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 150.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Ingenium / PT204 [Same engine] More details about the engine Ingenium / PT204 |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.1 kg/Hp, 194.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.9 kg/Nm, 259.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 233 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4470 mm mm [12mm less] |
| Width: | 1923 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1307 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2622 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2042 mm |
| Front track: | 1596 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1647 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Quickshift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 355 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 325 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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