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2020 Jaguar F-Type Convertible Review
byMark Takahashi
Senior Reviews Editor
Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.Pros
- Offers potent four-cylinder and V6 engines and outright steroidal V8s
- Handling is precise, predictable and rewarding
- Sublime interior design and quality, like fine English tailoring
Cons
- Passenger and cargo space is a secondary consideration
- Compromises some measures of comfort to performance
- Engine, road and tire noise: It's all there, and it's loud
What's new
- A new Checkered Flag Limited Edition model debuts
- Manual transmission has been discontinued
- Front parking sensors and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto are now standard
- Part of the first F-Type generation introduced for 2014
If you're in the market for a luxury sport convertible, the choices are somewhat limited, but we're pleased to report that they are some very good ones with very different interpretations. The 2020 Jaguar F-Type Convertible is six years into its life cycle and is showing its age against newer rivals. Even so, it remains a strong alternative.
Prices start around $65,000 for the base four-cylinder engine, which we consider merely adequate. The V6-powered models do a better job of supplying the necessary thrills and performance, but the V8 F-Types are our choice for the full sports-car experience. The sound and fury of the noises coming from the engine and exhaust are exhilarating, but with prices starting above $100,000, they're certainly not cheap.
Compared to the class-leading convertibles, the F-Type represents a relative bargain. In our evaluations, however, it comes up short in comfort, and the infotainment system can be a source of aggravation. It may have a power advantage, but competitors such as the new Porsche 911, BMW 8 Series and the returning Mercedes-AMG GT deliver better overall performance and are more rewarding to drive. Despite these shortcomings, the 2020 Jaguar F-Type remains a very enticing luxury sport convertible.
What's it like to live with the F-Type?
For more information on the Jaguar F-Type of this generation, read about our experiences from a full year of living with our long-term 2015 Jaguar F-Type R. We had some mixed reactions to seat comfort, but we almost unanimously loved this F-Type for its brash engine and exhaust notes. The 2020 F-Type R has a newer infotainment system with smartphone integration and more safety features and is only offered with all-wheel-drive. Our 2015 long-term test was conducted with the rear-wheel-drive model that was discontinued. In terms of overall spirit, though, they're the same.
Which F-TYPE does Edmunds recommend?
The supercharged V8s deliver the kind of theater we expect from a sports car, which is why we suggest spending the extra $14,500 to step up from the V6 models to get the F-Type R. The noises coming from the engine and exhaust are as ridiculous as they are inspiring. But if your budget doesn't allow, we recommend the P380 R Dynamic as a solid second choice.
2020 Jaguar F-TYPE models
The two-seat 2020 Jaguar F-Type Convertible is available in P300, P340, P380 R-Dynamic, R and SVR trim levels with subvariations in between. The F-Type coupe is covered in a separate review. The 300-named models can be optioned up handsomely, but power hounds will want the preternatural V8 performance of the R and SVR trims.