The 2015 Jaguar F-Type is a seriously hot looking coupe.
The F-Type roadster is beautiful in its own right, but the hard top version looks even prettier.
The Coupe version has been long anticipated, and now Jaguar has showcased the same at the LA Motor Show.
Specifications
Vehicle Type: Coupe | Base Price: NA |
Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 gals (70 L) | Miles Per Gallon: 16 city / 23 hwy |
Length: 176 in. (447 cm) | Wheel Base: 103.2 in. (262.1 cm) |
Height: 51.5 in. (130.8 cm) | Width: 75.7 in. (192.3 cm) |
Curb Weight: 3514 lbs (1594 kg) | Ground Clearance: NA |
Luggage Capacity: 11.0 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 4 people |
Engine: V8 Supercharged | Displacement: 5.0 Liter |
Horsepower: 550 HP | Max RPM: 6500 RPM |
Torque: 503 lb-ft @2500-5500 rpm | Transmission: 8-Speed QuickShift ZF Automatic |
0-60 mph: 4.0 seconds | Maximum Speed: 186 mph (299 km/h) |
* 2014 S Coupe specs
Engine & Performance
In the F-type coupe, you find the introduction of a new engine in its line-up, for its top of the line R Coupe. The V8, 5.0 liter supercharged engine will perform the duties in the R Coupe which delivers 550 horsepower.
The base variant and the S Coupe will be powered by a 3.0 liter supercharged V6. The V6 delivers 340 horsepower in the base variant whiles its tuned version will deliver 380 horsepower in the S Coupe. The performance figures are impressive.
The F-type base variant can do a 0-60 mph dash in 5.1 sec, while the S Coupe and R Coupe goes 4.8 seconds and 4 seconds respectively.
The 340 horsepower V6 has an electronically limited top speed of 161 mph, the 380 horsepower V6 at 171 mph, and the 550 horsepower V8 with a top speed of 186 mph.
Exterior
The coupe has all the stylings of the convertible, but with an aluminum or panoramic glass roof. To design is smooth with uniform body lines achieved by the F-Type coupe’s body using pressed aluminum.
The aerodynamic front fins give it a sporty look. The R Coupe features side sill extensions, aluminum window-frames and chrome side air vents. Wheels come in the standard 20 inch sizes; however, ultra-high performance tires are optional.
Interior
Like any F-Type, the Coupe comes with a driver focused cabin. The material and textures exude a premium feel. The seats are finished in leather.
The R Coupe comes with various leather finishes and other interior elements. The ‘R’ badging is used in the vehicle.
The Jaguar F-type coupe comes with a starting price tag of $65,000; S Coupe at $77,000; and the R Coupe at $99,000.