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Verdict
Sports car judged overall reliable by What Car? provided it has been well maintained, but the recurring faults (differential seals, active exhaust valves, battery and electronics) are not always simple to repair. It was not tested by Euro NCAP. An inspection by a specialist and a complete service history from Jaguar are essential before buying.
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €38,000 – €70,400
- Monthly cost
- €840
- Euro NCAP
- Not tested
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: P300 2.0 turbo, 3.0 V6 suralimenté 340 ou 380 S.
P300 2.0 turbo
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 300 hp · 9.6 L/100 km · 218 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
Four-cylinder 2.0 Ingenium launched in 2017, rear-wheel drive with automatic gearbox only (Honest John). Entry-level version.
3.0 V6 suralimenté 340 ou 380 S
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 340 hp · Crit'Air 1
Supercharged 3.0 V6 with 340 or 380 hp (S version). According to What Car?, these engines are proven. A manual gearbox existed but was dropped in 2019 (Top Gear).
P450 V8 5.0
Petrol · Automatic · 450 hp · Crit'Air 1
Supercharged 5.0 V8 limited to 450 hp, rear-wheel drive as standard and all-wheel drive as an option (Top Gear).
R V8 5.0 575
Petrol · Automatic · 575 hp · Crit'Air 1
Supercharged 5.0 V8 with 575 hp, all-wheel drive only (Top Gear). Watch the cooling system and accessories (CarChecker).
Market prices
€38,000 – €70,400
Indicative range: 2013 to 2020, yearly medians of 127 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Rear differential oil leak
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingOwners report that the rear differential can leak through faulty seals (What Car?). Overtightening the coupling after a repair can also damage the differential, the first sign being a noise from the rear (CarChecker).
- Versions
- P300 2.0 turbo, 3.0 V6 suralimenté 340 ou 380 S, P450 V8 5.0, R V8 5.0 575
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Stuck active exhaust valves
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingThe active exhaust valves can stay stuck in the open position, which may require a new rear silencer, often fitted under warranty (What Car?). A technical bulletin describes a squeal caused by partial or total seizing of the valve shaft and its bush, fixed with revised parts.
- Versions
- P300 2.0 turbo, 3.0 V6 suralimenté 340 ou 380 S, P450 V8 5.0, R V8 5.0 575
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Weak battery and electrical faults
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingA weak or discharged battery causes a variety of faults: doors, windows, convertible roof, car not starting (What Car?). Some software updates at the dealer fix a discharge while parked. The CarChecker guide also cites battery discharge at standstill among the main points of concern; on convertibles, roof problems are most often linked to the battery (Autotrader.ca).
- Versions
- P300 2.0 turbo, 3.0 V6 suralimenté 340 ou 380 S, P450 V8 5.0, R V8 5.0 575
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Front seatbelt pretensioner recall (2017 model, built in 2016)
Manufacturer recallNHTSA recall 16V940: the front seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in a serious accident, increasing the risk of injury. The recall concerns F-Types built from 14 July to 16 December 2016 (2017 model year); dealers inspect and replace the belts free of charge. US recall: check the serial number with a Jaguar dealer. What Car? also reports a recall for faulty pretensioners on cars built in 2016.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- P300 2.0 turbo, 3.0 V6 suralimenté 340 ou 380 S, P450 V8 5.0, R V8 5.0 575
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Jaguar F-Type”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €236 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €81 |
| Maintenance | €44 |
| Depreciation | €479 |
| Total per month | €840 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Consumption taken from a published range (depends on trim and tyres).
- Insurance: brand average, as no average is published for this model.
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€236
P300 2.0 turbo version: combined consumption of 9.6 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
9.6 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €236
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€81
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€44
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€479
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Jaguar F-Type I — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Ask for the complete service history from Jaguar and have a dealer confirm that recalls and software updates have been carried out.
- Have the battery tested and check for error messages when cold (doors, windows, roof on convertibles).
- Check the underbody: oil traces at the rear differential and the condition of the cooling hoses (V8).
- Listen to the active exhaust at every valve opening: squeal or a valve left open.
- Convertible: operate the roof several times; check for noises from the central vent and the retractable door handles.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection carried out by a Jaguar specialist.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has servicing been done at Jaguar, with invoices?
- Have the battery, differential or exhaust been repaired or replaced, and was it under warranty?
- Have the recalls (including the seatbelts on cars built in 2016) and software updates been carried out?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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C7 · 2014–2019
- Price
- €65,900 – €87,900
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol
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Lexus RC
I · 2014–2023
- Price
- €24,450 – €69,990
- Reliability
- not rated
- Fuel types
- Hybrid, Petrol
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Lexus LC
I · since 2017
- Price
- €50,000 – €164,840
- Reliability
- not rated
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Jaguar F-Type I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jaguar F-Type reliable?
What Car? judges it overall reliable, but with faults that are not always easy to repair. It ranked 8th out of 15 sports cars in its 2023 survey, with a reliability score of 91.0%.
Was the Jaguar F-Type tested by Euro NCAP?
No: according to Carbuyer, Euro NCAP has not tested the F-Type, a low-volume car.
What is the F-Type's boot capacity?
Sources differ. For the coupé, about 408 litres for the 2014 model and 336 litres for the more recent versions according to Kofferraum.org. For the convertible, 196 litres (2013-2018) and 207 litres (2017-2022) according to Caroom. Check the listing for the specific car.
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