JAGUAR F-Type V8 S 5.0 Convertible
495 hp | 625 NM | 1,670 kg
217 km/h | 1.08 g (transverse) | -1.08 g (longitudinal)
2:15,8
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Jaguar's reinterpretation of a classic-style roadster with endless power, rear-wheel drive, a wonderful V8 soundtrack and plenty of driving pleasure.
TEST CONDITIONS
- Weather: 30°, dry
- Car occupancy Persons: 2
Test values
- Lap time Pannonia Ring: 2:15.8 min
- Top speed: 217 km/h
DIFFERENCES FROM THE SERIES
None
Technology
- Engine / Cylinder / Displacement: Petrol / V8 / 5,000 cc
- Rated power: 495 hp at 6,500 rpm
- Max. Torque: 625 Nm 2,500 to 5,500 rpm
- Engine type: Compressor
- Drive / transmission: rear / 8 speed automatic
- Unladen weight (EU): 1,670 kg
- Power-to-weight ratio: 3.37 kg/hp
- Tyres: HANKOOK Ventus S1 Evo 2 - 20"
MILEAGE (FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS)
- Top speed: 300 km/h
- 0-100 km/h: 4.3
LIST PRICE
approx. EUR 155.000,--
Markos Statement
I was very curious about the Jaguar F-Type Hotlap, as it was difficult for me to assess the car's track performance beforehand. On the one hand, 495 hp and 625 Nm from the 5-litre V8 with supercharger sound promising, but on the other hand, Jaguar has placed more emphasis on the F-Type's suitability for touring than on uncompromising sportiness. In terms of ergonomics and seating comfort, the F-Type is top-notch and the sports seats offer sufficient lateral support without compromising on long-distance suitability. The mighty V8 sound, which brings a grin to every car fan's face, is certainly a big contribution to classifying this car as a "fun car" as soon as it is started. The steering is precise and the handling is neutral in a good way. The car can be turned in precisely and accelerated cleanly out of the corner, in a controlled drift if desired. Slightly annoying, but not really a point of criticism: the steering wheel is a little too padded, which makes it difficult to grip with smaller hands. Top marks also for the brakes:
The brake pressure remained constant during the hot lap and the brakes were always easy to apply. The ZF 8-speed automatic is used in several makes and is rightly known as one of the best automatic transmissions on the market.
Regarding the lap times, I frankly expected a little more, but the tarmac on the test day was over 40 degrees and the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2, which are very good in themselves, struggled a little with traction. Maybe a little more would have been possible with Michelin Pilot Sport S4 and at lower temperatures, but the vehicle is definitely a lot of fun!
What is suboptimal for the racetrack is that in the F-Type, even in manual mode, the kick-down mode remains activated when a gear is engaged and the automatic overrides the driver, so to speak. Personally, I really like the shift paddles that rotate with the car, as they can be operated at any time without having to move.
CONCLUSION: Subjectively, this is certainly one of the most enjoyable cars to drive. The overall package fits and an honest V8 sound from 5 litres of displacement makes the car an acoustic highlight. The characteristics, however, are clearly in the direction of a GT for fast cornering on the country road, rather than a super sports car for the race track, although it also cuts a good figure there without really challenging the established super sports cars.