2021 Jaguar F-TYPE Review

Name: 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE
Brand: Jaguar
Price: 28890 USD

Price Estimate: $28,890 - $32,858

2021 Jaguar F-TYPE P300 Coupe Exterior Shown

The 2021 Jaguar F-Type is a looker, and you get a lot of power for your money. Still, we think Jaguar missed the mark with this updated 2021 model. The car has lost some of the raucous character we fell in love with a few years back, and the car's infotainment system is still behind the times.

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Pros

Available supercharged V8 offers raucous performance
Three engine options for different budgets
Upscale interior materials

Cons

Infotainment interface is buggy and hard to use
Overly stiff ride
Lots of road and tire noise on rough pavement
Steering is overly heavy and doesn't provide enough feel

What's new

Updated front and rear styling
New digital instrument panel
R engine gets a power bump to 575 horsepower; SVR model no longer offered
P340 and P380 rear-wheel-drive versions are no longer available
Part of the first F-Type generation introduced for 2014

Overview

Written by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

12/1/2020

For 2021, Jaguar has updated its brash and stylish coupe with a significantly restyled front end and a subtle update to the taillights and rear fascia. On the inside, there's a reconfigurable digital gauge cluster display that replaces the previous analog gauges. We're a little disappointed that Jaguar has discontinued the previous top-dog SVR trim level, but thankfully its raucous 575-horsepower engine lives on in the 2021 R trim. Jaguar says it also applied the SVR's specific rear suspension design and tires to the 2021 F-Type.

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2021 Jaguar F-TYPE
P380 R-Dynamic Convertible
$52,998
fair price
$1,176 above market
- 20,640 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- CarMax Potomac Mills (29 mi away)
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Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
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21 Combined MPG (18 City/26 Highway)
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2021 Jaguar F-TYPE
P300 Coupe
$37,900
fair price
$796 above market
- 32,705 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 4cyl automatic
- Unique Autos (167 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
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- Sleek and sophisticated Santorini Black Metallic exterior with luxurious black leather interior. - Powerful 2.0L Turbo I4 engine delivering 296 hor...
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Another big selling point for the F-Type is its range of models. The P300, powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, is a pretty affordable way to get a sharp-looking luxury sports car. But we're less impressed with the F-Type's all-around performance and daily livability, especially against rivals such as the BMW 8 Series, Chevrolet Corvette and Porsche 911. For our in-depth take, check out our full 2021 F-Type Expert Review.

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 a 2019 Jaguar F-Type SVR. We almost unanimously loved this F-Type for its brash engine and rapid straight-line performance. Even though the SVR has been discontinued for 2021, the R offers the same horsepower as the SVR, as well as various little improvements to the interior.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Average

7.2

out of 10

We drove the 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the F-TYPE drive? Some cars are more than the sum of their parts, but the refreshed Jaguar F-Type isn't one of them. On paper, the F-Type R, which is what we tested, seems great. But somehow it falls apart when pushed. The F-Type gets upset by midcorner bumps and corners less flat than we expect from a car in this class. Despite the all-wheel-drive system, it's hard to figure out just when to get on the gas when powering out of a corner. It's capable, but it feels disconnected from the road.

Raw acceleration is decent. At Edmunds' test track, our F-Type R ripped from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. That's undeniably quick but a bit off the pace of rival luxury sports cars. The F-Type R features all-wheel drive, so there's no issue putting the power down.

The story isn't so bad when driving around town. Despite offering a comical amount of power, the F-Type is relatively smooth and easy to drive. The transmission shifts quickly, and the engine stop-start system works unobtrusively. Our biggest complaint: the brakes. The pedal is a bit uneven, making coming to a smooth stop a bit difficult until you spend some time behind the wheel.

Comfort

7/10

How comfortable is the F-TYPE? The F-Type R is fitted with sport seats that, while thin on padding, offer a good bit of adjustment and decent support for your back, thighs and lumbar area. There's good lateral support, a boon for spirited driving, but not so much that the seats feel restricting. The seat ventilation feature works well and keeps the thin seats from feeling swampy in hot weather.

On the downside, the F-Type's ride quality is just too stiff, even in its softest comfort setting. It never seems to relax, even when you're cruising on relatively smooth pavement. There's significant road noise too. Plus, the noise we used to like — the crackles and pops from the V8's exhaust — has been largely banished. Boo.

Interior

7/10

How’s the interior? The F-Type's interior is average for the class. There's enough room in the F-Type for most drivers not to feel cramped. There's a decent range of adjustment for both the seats and the steering wheel, meaning it's fairly easy to find a good driving position. That said, taller drivers might find the seat won't go low enough.

Most of the controls are well placed, with dedicated knobs and buttons for the climate control system. Jaguar's infotainment system is fine, but it's nothing exceptional and it's far off the class leaders. The menus are mostly logical, but we found some of the radio adjustments a bit frustrating. Visibility is hampered by the F-Type's sleek lines. The windshield is fairly large, but the back glass is narrow and blocked by the active spoiler at highway speeds.

Technology

6/10

How’s the tech? In-car tech has always been one of Jaguar's weakest areas, and the F-Type is no exception. We found just about everything to be frustrating, from the quality of the optional audio system to the lack of available driver aids. We had issues connecting our phones both over Bluetooth and through a USB port. This isn't the only time we've had problems like this in a Jaguar product, so the problem seems to be fundamental rather than limited to our test car.

When it all works, it's fine. The quality of the audio system is pretty good over USB (but terrible over Bluetooth). The infotainment system looks dated, but it's well organized. The Jag's advanced driver aids work fine, but you won't find as many of them as you will on some rival sports cars. Our tester had the optional blind-spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert, which help counteract the F-Type's poor rear visibility.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? The F-Type's cargo area is one of the largest in the class and opens up even further with the cargo cover removed. It's not particularly tall, but it's wide and deep enough to fit some carry-on luggage or a decent number of grocery bags.

Storage up front isn't quite as good. The door pockets are small, as are the glovebox and center console. There's no good place to put your phone, and a small storage net between the seats isn't good for much more than a pair of sunglasses. The two cupholders are shallow but easy to reach.

Fuel Economy

8/10

How’s the fuel economy? The V8-powered Jaguar F-Type R gets an EPA-estimated 18 mpg combined (16 city/24 highway). On our 115-mile mixed driving evaluation route, we managed a respectable 20.3 mpg given this V8's prodigious power. The V6-powered F-Type gets even better fuel economy, at 22 mpg combined (19 city/27 highway).

Value

8/10

Is the F-TYPE a good value? We were pretty pleased with the F-Type's build quality and fit and finish. The interior design, despite being a few years old, holds up well. Most of the major touchpoints feel nice. There were no paint issues, squeaks or rattles on our test car. It's not quite on the level of the Porsche 911, but you definitely see where the money has gone.

It's a relatively decent value too. The F-Type includes lots of standard equipment, and options go for less than what other automakers command on their luxury sports cars. One of the biggest benefits is the F-Type's warranty and ownership experience. The five-year/60,000-mile basic and powertrain warranties are well above average. Additionally, Jaguar offers five years/60,000 miles of roadside assistance and scheduled maintenance. No one else comes close to matching the latter.

Wildcard

8/10

When the F-Type debuted in 2014, it was one of the loudest and most stylish cars on the road. The whine and burble from the supercharged V8 were aural delights, but this refreshed model seems to have lost all its character. The exhaust note just isn't as sweet. And while the V8 provides plenty of sauce for powering away from traffic lights, the F-Type otherwise isn't as sharp or engaging as we expect it to be.

Still, it's a handsome car that looks special and gets attention in parking lots and on the street. The revised front and rear styling keeps the F-Type looking fresh without straying too far away from the basic form.

2021 Jaguar F-TYPE trim level differences

The 2021 Jaguar F-Type is a two-door coupe or convertible available in three trim levels: P300, P380 and R. Each trim features its own engine, but all F-Types use an eight-speed automatic transmission. Significant features for the trim levels include:

Which F-TYPE trim does Edmunds recommend?

The 2021 Jaguar F-Type is best experienced with a supercharged V8 engine so we'd emphatically recommend the top-of-the-range R trim. The V8 has the power to match the looks of the F-Type, and the interior is appointed in high-quality leather. This is what owning a Jaguar is all about.Compare 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE trim levels

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Reliability

The 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 1 recall. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3 out of 5, ranks it #48 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

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3 out of 5 stars3/5Above Average

#48 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars

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Cost

$922/yr

vs. $607/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Frequency

0.83x/yr

vs. 1.36x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Severity

17.8%

vs. 10.5%
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Recalls

1 recall found

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If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 21V667000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: H378
Number of vehicles affected:: 5146
Defect Description:: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-Type, 2020-2021 F-Pace, and 2021 XF vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
Defect Consequence:: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H378.

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles

Jaguar F-TYPE Reviews

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Wonderful car.

Jim, 10/03/2016

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE S 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl S/C 6M)

I've only had the car for a month. So my review will be limited to initial impressions. Looks. The car is stunning. I've never had a car that people stop and take pictures of when it's parked. And I've owned some VERY nice sports cars. Sound. The car sounds incredible, especially in dynamic mode with the exhaust in loud. i've always thought Porsche flat-6s sounded the best, but the Jag … is darn close. Handling. I'm still getting used to the car, haven't really played around with it with the stability control off. But it has minimal body roll, and very linear (if touchy in dynamic mode) throttle response. It throttle steers well in corners. Power is adequate. Book says 0-60 in a smidge under 5 seconds, and that feels about right. Yes, a new base boxster will about match it for less (I test drove one), but who wants to listen to a Subaru soundtrack. Turn in isn't as quick as my old Boxster, no surprise, but it isn't bad. As good or better than a Z4M Coupe. Braking is nothing short of incredible. I have the performance braking package, and while a bit touchy, stops are extremely short and consistent. Jaguar obviously uses a very soft "track" pad, as even a short drive will coat the wheels with brake dust. Which I'm sure means shorter replacement intervals. Ride. Actually not too bad. My car has the 20" Carbon Fiber wheels (they are really aluminum with some attached CF accent pieces), but it still rides tolerably, I commute 110 miles to a client site twice a month, and the trip is easy and comfortable. (Bear in mind I've owned sports cars my entire life, so my opinion of "comfortable" and yours might differ:)). Visibility. OK, here I need to deduct points. The door sills are high, so it is difficult to see curbs when turning and parking (I leave plenty of room) and resting you arm on the door sill leaves it at an odd angle. The nose is long, and I would HIGHLY recommend the package with the parking assist. I don't need the backup camera as much, but the front sensors for pulling forward are a godsend. Overall visibility really isn't that bad (better than a new corvette in my pinion). Just the price you pay for form over function. Storage space. a glove compartment, arm rest compartment, and open cubby are what you get up front. Generally all I need, but the rear compartment is rather small, there is a little area that is deeper, but you really are going to have issues with more than a few soft suitcases. Technology. Oodles. As expected, it has pretty much everything you could want. An awesome sound system, loads of customization for car systems, very good blue tooth integration, you can adjust the side bolsters in the seats (Ok, not really tech, but it is very cool), etc. The navigation system is not very intuitive though. Read the manual before you jump in and try to program in a destination. You're welcome. Reliability. No problems to date. There is an annoying buzz/rattle in the right rear, which might just be the cover for the storage area, I haven't located it yet. But other than that, nothing of note. Anyway, I'd highly recommend the F-Type. Yes, you can buy cars that perform better for less. But unless you're tracking the car (and driving for track times) you'll never notice the few tenths of a second here and there. You get a stunning car, that sounds incredible, and is a blast to drive. And you won't constantly pass yourself, as you will if you buy a Porsche, Corvette, etc.

Bad Kitty!

Michael, 12/08/2018

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE R 2dr Convertible AWD (5.0L 8cyl S/C 8A)

Update to prior review: My F-Type was involved in, what I consider, a minor rear-ending. It took a less-than 30 MPH bunt to the dead center of the rear bumper. The bumper wound up with a visible crease down the middle, and the trunk lid, being made mainly of fiberglass, essentially crumbled. Original estimate for repair was around $6K USD. However, the dealer-authorized repair …

Jaguar F-Type R Rules the road

Mike Arias, 05/17/2018

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE R 2dr Convertible AWD (5.0L 8cyl S/C 8A)

It has a very small trunk. If you want to drive yourself and two others, don't get this car. It accelerates like a supercar and gets the same type of MPGs (low). It is a blast to drive, even if to the grocery store - remember small trunk means not a lot of groceries. Otherwise, I bought in September from a dealer that was closed most of the month due top hurricanes, so I got the best …

A dream car - with a stick no less!

NY F-Type Lover, 06/24/2017

2017 Jaguar F-TYPE Premium 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl S/C 6M)

Best review I can think of: Driving the other day and this 20 something year old in a Nissan Altima is taking pictures of my car. He is racing ahead, then holding back, then right next to me. At a traffic light, he pulls up next to me and rolls down his window. He apologizes for making an idiot of himself with the photos, but just wants me to know that when he gets home, he is posting …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE, so we've included reviews for other years of the F-TYPE since its last redesign.

2021 F-TYPE Highlights

Type:

Coupe

Trim:

P300

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$61,600
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	26 MPG
Cost to Drive	$174/month
Seating	2 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the F-TYPE models:

Blind-Spot Monitor: Warns the driver with visual and audible alerts when a vehicle approaches the driver's blind spot.
Park Assist: Automatically helps steer the car into parallel spaces while the driver selects the gear and controls speed. Can also self-exit parking spaces.
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Warns the driver with visual and audible alerts of traffic crossing the car's rearward path of travel.

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