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HERE'S THE 2021 JAGUAR F-TYPE, WITH REFINEMENTS IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES

As Jaguar takes its brand and models into the 21st century, there's one car that's keeping with tradition-front-engine, rear-drive, long hood, short deck-and that's the F-Type. For 2021, we're getting a midcycle update for the best-looking car in its portfolio-and possibly the world.

We'll still get a choice of four-, six- or eight-cylinder engines making 296 hp, 380 hp (339 lb-ft) and 575 hp (516 lb-ft), respectively. That AWD V8 model gains 25 ponies and 14 lb-ft of torque in the new model. And eight-speed automatic transmissions with paddle shifters are standard all around. The four banger will get to 60 mph in a respectable 5.4 seconds, while the supercharged V8 F-Type R will drop that to 3.5 seconds. Expect the all-wheel-drive V6 model to land somewhere in between.

The 2021 Jaguar F-Type will still have the "distinctive roar" of past cars, but the V8 will feature quiet mode so as not to anger the neighbors. But plant the right pedal and it will still pop and crackle on overrun, says Jaguar.

There are new calibrations for the F-Type's Intelligent Driveline Dynamics, electronic rear axle differential and stability control. The electronic power steering has been recalibrated and the F-Type gets new antiroll bars and springs. The dampers are the same, but the valving is different. The rear suspension knuckles are new too, with larger wheel bearings along with revised upper ball joints. The tires are wider, and the wheels are new.

From the outside, the F-Type gets a new hood, revised taillights that give it an I-Pace look and new headlights. The front bumper is new with a new grille and new grille pattern. The surround can be either satin or black depending on options.

"F-Type has always had great proportions and stance, and our latest design is all about enhancing those key Jaguar values. Our aim was to make the car more contemporary, more purposeful and even more dramatic," said Adam Hatton, exterior design director, Jaguar. "The LED headlamps and the larger front grille give a more assertive presence on the road. We've redesigned the exotic clamshell hood to enhance the purity of form and accentuate its length. The beautiful flowing surfaces subtly reference great Jaguar cars of the past, while the new vents blend perfectly into the sculpted aluminum around them."

The exhaust pipes are powertrain specific. The four-cylinder gets a single, central pipe; the V6 comes with two round pipes; and the V8 gets a quad exhaust. A First Edition model will feature the exterior design pack in contemporary dark satin gray and five-spoke, 20-inch gloss gray with contrast diamond turned finish wheels, complementing the choice of Santorini black, Eiger gray or Fuji white paint.

Inside the Jaguar F-Type, your options are suedecloth or leather and we also get a new 12-inch digital cluster with three themes. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard and software updates will be done over the air. There are two options for seats (sports or performance), and the seatbelt guides now get "Jaguar Est. 1935" markings.

The 2021 Jaguar F-Type goes on sale next year.



2021 Jaguar F-Type gets facelift, new tech, more power
Joel Feder
The Jaguar F-Type's design is art on wheels, and for 2021 the British sports car moves forward.

The refreshed 2021 Jaguar F-Type coupe and convertible made an online debut on Monday with tweaks to its sleek design, new in-cabin technology, more power, and a focus on fine details.

It won't be hard to pick out the 2021 F-Type at Cars & Coffee next year. The LED headlights are now slim horizontal units (previously they were vertically oriented) to match new, slender LED taillights that are similar to those found in the all-electric I-Pace crossover. A wider, deeper grille gives the F-Type a wider appearance than before.

A new design for the clamshell hood features air vents positioned closer to the front bumper to aid with efficiency, according to Jaguar. The look is capped off with revised front and rear bumper designs to help differentiate the three F-Type trims; R-Dynamic and R models feature J-shaped aero-blades to guide airflow around the front of the car. Thankfully, the rear haunches haven't been touched and look as muscular for 2021 as they did when the F-Type debuted in 2014.

2021 Jaguar F-Type

2021 Jaguar F-Type

Inside, the F-Type doesn't change much, which is a good thing. The main upgrade is to the technology with a 12.3-inch reconfigurable digital gauge cluster in front of the driver replacing analog gauges, while the 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, plus over-the-air software update functionality. The round knobs for the climate controls, center console-mounted volume knob, and joystick-like gear selector all carry over for 2021.

An emphasis has been put on the materials and details inside the 2021 F-Type's cabin with Windsor leather, suede, Noble chrome, and monogram stitching on the seats and door trim. In a nod to the brand's past, "Jaguar" is stamped into the seat belt guides and glovebox release.

2021 Jaguar F-Type

2021 Jaguar F-Type

Base F-Types will are still powered by a 296-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo-4 with 295 pound-feet of torque, while the 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 continues with 380 hp and 339 lb-ft of torque. The most powerful F-Type, the R, is still powered by a 5.0-liter supercharged V-8, but output increases from 550 to to 575 hp and from 502 to 516 lb-ft of torque. The only way to get a rear-wheel-drive F-Type is to opt for the turbo-4 as both the V-6 and V-8 send power to all four wheels. All F-Types continue with an 8-speed automatic transmission (RIP 6-speed manual, a short-lived option that died for 2020).

No 2021 F-Type is slow. The base 4-cylinder model sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds on the way to a top speed of 155 mph. The voracious V-8 drops the 0 to 60 mph time to 3.5 seconds and ups the top speed to an electronically-limited 186 mph.

The F-Type retains its aluminum double wishbone front and rear suspension, but the rear knuckles are now aluminum die castings matched with larger wheel bearings and new upper ball joints. According to Jaguar, the changes provide more precise control of the tire's contact patch for better steering feel.

2021 Jaguar F-Type

2021 Jaguar F-Type

To increase grip, the R model gets 10-mm wider Pirelli P Zero tires all around. It now has 265/35ZR20s up front and 305/30ZR20s at the rear. tires are 10mm wider than before on R models to provide increased grip.

The electric power steering system has been recalibrated for more immediate response. We'll have to wait until we have some time behind the wheel to judge if the new calibration is actually an improvement over the previous setup.

Pricing and U.S. availability for the 2021 Jaguar F-Type will be announced early in 2020.
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