Jaguar is a British brand that appeared in 1922 as the Swallow Sidecar Company. The company changed its name to Jaguar much later and launched its first car, the XK120. Jaguar even had the world's fastest production car for two years. From 1992 to 1994 the XJ220 was the fastest car with 213 MPH.
Over the years Jaguar has made many great models: you got the XK120, D-type, E-type, and of course, the aforementioned XJ220. Jag has won the Le Mans race 7 times. Now it's time for the 2020 Jaguar F-Type to show what it's capable of. The style just screams "fast cat" with its headlights, sleek venting, and beautiful body lines. Here are 15 reasons why you should buy the 2020 Jaguar F-Type... and 2 why you shouldn't.
15 0-60 In 3.7 Seconds
The 2020 Jaguar F-Type can sprint from 0 to 60 MPH in 3.7 seconds and from 0 to 100 MPH in 5.7 seconds, all thanks to the 300 hp 4‑cylinder engine. Jaguar made the car lighter and changed the front body to increase its maximum speed up to 250 MPH.
14 400 Nm Of Instant Torque
The 2020 Jaguar F-Type powertrain delivers 300 hp and 400 Nm of torque. The compact engine is packed with upgrades including the boost control system, E-wastegate, and Intelligent Continuously Variable Valve Lift Control. The secondary throttle valve gives a burst of power when the car accelerates, with minimal lag.
13 3 Engine Options To Choose From
You can choose between the 2.0 liter 300 hp 4‑cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine, a V6, and a V8. The latter comes with an 8-Speed automatic transmission. You can also choose rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. Jaguar promises that all engines can deliver nimble handling, optimal performance and exceptional power in all conditions.
12 Active Sports Exhaust System
Active Sports exhaust system provides exhaust gases two escape routes – one is through the sound-muffling tubes and the other goes straight from a resonator. Valves direct the exhaust flow and control their opening and closing. It changes the sound the car makes when you drive. The company calls it the "thrilling rumble".
11 Decreased CO2 Emissions
Petrol engines are generally less polluting than diesel motors. They just emit less fine particles and CO2. Jaguar decided to go even further and reduced the engine size while adding a couple of innovative tweaks to decrease CO2 emissions and improve fuel consumption. All without compromising performance and driver comfort.
10 All Wheel Drive
The 2020 Jaguar F-Type combines all-wheel drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics to deliver optimal handling regardless of road conditions. Under normal conditions, 90% of the power goes to the rear wheels. When the car detects that more grip is needed, it transfers what is required to the front wheels.
9 Individually Controlled Braking System
The individually controlled braking system reduces understeer and adds driver confidence and sporting agility. The system detects when a potentially dangerous loss of control is developing and automatically regains control by reducing torque and applying the brakes. As a result, it stabilizes the swaying motion. All the driver has to do is steer.
8 Electronic Active Differential
The differential lets the wheels spin at different speeds at the same time. The electronic active differential works together with the Intelligent Driveline Dynamics in order to precisely analyze torque delivery to each wheel and manage available power. The car can accelerate faster and turn into corners later.
7 10 Inch Touchscreen With Touch Pro
Touch Pro is an entertainment system developed by Jaguar that lets you control your media, maps and car settings. You can keep your eyes on the road by using intelligent voice recognition. The 10-inch touchscreen can understand pinch, zoom and swipe gestures. It keeps you connected to the world.
6 Advanced Infotainment System
The 2020 Jaguar F-Type got a brand-new graphical interface with a full 3D map view and advanced functionality. You can watch digital TV channels in the car and enjoy your music with the Meridian Audio system. The Navigation Pro system memorizes the most common driving routes.
5 Clear And Simple Interior
There are F-type performance 12-way adjustable seats that help you find the most comfortable position. Seats can be heated or cooled for even greater comfort. There are 5 interior color options to choose from. Controls and instruments are easily accessible, clear and simple. Each car gets upgraded cabin lighting as a final touch of personalization.
4 Theatrical Lights
The brand calls the pixel LED headlights "theatrical" due to the animated directional indicators that form the letter "J". Besides, the lights are enlargened and elongated to improve aerodynamics and fit the overall style. Finally, LED tail lights go around the wheel arches to emphasize the elegant yet muscular look of the car.
3 Meridian Audio
Meridian Audio is the car audio system designed specifically for Jaguar. With 14 speakers and a subwoofer, it delivers sound clarity to you and your passengers. You can get an optional Trifield and Cabin Correction to make the sound even more clear and full. You can also increase the number of speakers.
2 Lack Of Space
Now, speaking about why you may not want to buy the new F-type. The brand has notoriously tight cabins and ridiculously small trunks. Don't expect to have much space for your stuff. Unfortunately, small sets will also remain. Tall drivers can have a hard time trying to get inside the 2020 Jaguar F-Type.
1 Unknown Safety Features
Another thing to consider is that The 2020 Jaguar F-Type hasn't been tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The company hasn't confirmed what safety features and driver-assistance technology will be available. At least there should be blind-spot monitoring and lane-keep assist.