Especificaciones y análisis del Jaguar F-Type
Power
551HP
Torque
680Nm
Consumption
11.3l/100
Emissions
269g/km
0-100 km/h
4.1s
Top Speed
300km/h
Weight
1730kg
Price
133,200€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 8v
AWD
2 / 3 doors
310 L
70 L
405 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Jaguar F-Type Coupé R AWD 5.0 V8 S/C 405 kW (550 CV) Aut. 8 vel. · 551 CV (2017-2018)
General description
The 2017 Jaguar F-Type R Coupé is the embodiment of British fury. A sports car that doesn't ask for permission, but bursts onto the scene with the roar of its 550-horsepower supercharged V8. It's Jaguar's answer to purists, a car that prioritizes raw emotion and untamed character above all else, a true 'muscle car' dressed in the elegance of a Savile Row suit.
Driving experience
Driving this F-Type is a visceral experience that attacks all the senses. The engine's roar upon starting is a statement of intent, a bellow that turns into a glorious howl as the revs climb. The acceleration is brutal, pinning you to the seat mercilessly thanks to its 680 Nm of torque and the all-wheel-drive system struggling to keep everything under control. Each shift of the 8-speed transmission is a whip-crack, and the sound of the active exhausts in sport mode is addictive and antisocial. This is not a car for quiet travel; it's a machine for feeling speed and power in its purest form.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a work of art, an ode to the classic long-hood, short-tail sports car. The lines are fluid, muscular, and aggressive, with a road presence that is both intimidating and captivating. The wide rear wheel arches and the sloping roofline create an unforgettable silhouette. Inside, the cabin envelops you and is completely driver-focused, with quality materials but with a more sporty than luxurious approach. Every detail, from the retractable door handle to the active spoiler, screams 'performance'.
Technology and features
Technologically, the F-Type R focuses on mechanics. Its heart is the supercharged V8, an engineering gem. The intelligent all-wheel-drive and adaptive suspension work to tame the beast, offering surprising grip. The infotainment system, while functional for its time with a touchscreen and connectivity, is not its strongest point and feels a step behind its German contemporaries. Here, the real technology is at the service of performance, not so much digital comfort.
Competition
In its arena, it faces titans like the Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, which offers surgical precision and almost unbeatable efficiency, but with a colder character. The Mercedes-AMG GT is another direct rival, with a biturbo V8 that also offers a spectacle of sound and performance, but with a distinctly German design and driving approach. Even the Audi R8, with its naturally aspirated V10, represents a different philosophy of an everyday supercar.
Conclusion
The Jaguar F-Type R Coupé is not the most rational sports car, nor the most technologically advanced. It's a purely passionate purchase. It's the car you choose for how it makes you feel, for the shiver that runs down your spine when you press the start button. It's a celebration of excess, a monument to the combustion engine at its finest. A beautiful and wild beast that will leave an indelible mark on anyone privileged enough to drive it.