F Type 2.0L - FAIL or FANTASTIC ?!
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- čas přidán 30. 11. 2017
- Just how good can the F Type be if it doesn't have an epic sounding V6 or V8 ? Well thanks to Harwoods Jaguar Chichester I get to find out. From the outside the only tell tale sign is the single exhaust, but under the bonnet is a 4 pot 2 litre. What does it sound like and more importantly, how does it drive ?
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I’ve now had my r-dynamic for three years having had it as my daily driver all that time. I never bought it for its noise I bought it for the looks, the power, the top speed and it’s utterly no-brainer fuel consumption (42mpg is usual) and besides inside the cabin you don’t hear the exhaust anyway so lay off the noise it makes as it’s an amazing car and I still get out smiling (and able to move!) every time I drive it!! It’s just beautiful and we don’t see enough of them on the road..
The 2l litre is more than adequate. As a Jag to use more frequently for road trips it's perfect.
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Get what u can afford. Dont go in debt trying to impress ppl. Simple...
Its weird that people think no one could possibly enjoy a sportscar of this caliber. I wish everyone else on the road would die so I could drive alone.
get what you know you will be happy with for the long term, dont keep buying different cars, I still love and own my 1977 Fiat 124 Spider, still smiling
Most people don't know its "only" got 300hp
Its tens of thousands less than a V8
It handles better
It looks the same
You can get in it and drive all day for half the money you would spend on gas in a V8
I like it ! "a thinking man's car"
Yep, my view too :-)
Right, I've found the original video, and I can't help commenting it too. 'Thinking man's F-Type' is indeed my favourite phrase here. Now, I've become quite environmentally minded recently, in all aspects. So, I was once driven in a Jaguar XF, and I was amazed how quiet that car was. I love quiet cars. I would take this car for a long journey from north of Europe across France to Cote d'Azure, or to Spain, that's about 1200 miles, hopefully in nice company. And what we would like to avoid is a headache after a full day of driving. I remember a neighbour couple near my place and they drove in a Ford Mustang 5.0. I once asked them what it's like to have something like that, the man said: 'It's a nice toy', and the woman said: "but it roars and it stinks". So, auditory pleasure is completely secondary for me, and these seem to be the last days for noisy polluting cars. (Un)fortunately.
One of the finest looking cars on the road today.
Ineed it is :-)
Still is today roo
Shame about the girlie engine, who cares about mpg anyway? If you afford to spend this much on a car you can afford a decent engine
@@honestphil777 Girlie engine? Your smoking crack.
@@honestphil777 I own one. I also own a RE Meteor 350. So, I'm a slow dude or a girlie dude?!
Are you that type of dude that's f#cks your wife in 1 minute? Not everything in life is about speed. Each if its own, my money my dreams 🤌🤌
But not everyone wants a load of noise, the bigger engines just sound silly for everyday use.
Not too keen on the gloss black plastics, could see those looking scruffy and scratched in short time.
I've got them in my 5 year old Audi S4 and they still look great :-)
A lot of buyers wont even have tried the V6 or V8 and will likely be very impressed with this car. A properly good review this, thanks for taking the time !
Cheers Roger, I totally agree :-)
Trouble is the v8 and v6 are two of the best sounding and performing cars in their price range, this is a bit pants all looks can’t cook
Yep, I was and I bought one! 2018 P300 R Dynamic Convertible in Ultra Blue...great car, stylish head-turner and absolutely fast enough for UK roads👍🏻
1. Buy a 3 year old V8
2. Use the money you saved for petrol
That is what I would do too !
easier said then done...maintenance, tires, brakes etc...also cost alot, it does depend on your wallet doesn't it ;-)
They do cost. However, I'm 3 years and 17,000 miles in on a 5.0 XKR (similar enough for comparison with the F-Type) and total fuel and maintenance costs so far stand at £9,500. Tax is the same. Insurance cheaper as the car is older. 2.0 F-Type is an accountants car just like the 2.0 Mustang!
Exactly what I would do!
I 100% agree , and feeding petrol to a v8 would be my absolute pleasure.
Great review. Also think they did a really great job with the sound, especially for a 4CYL. Actually, quite amazing.
Nice review.! This 2.0L is very much better than I was expecting. 300hp is not bad at all. 0-60 in 5.6-6.0, also not bad at all. Practically speaking, these numbers are plenty for the overwhelming majority of people (who will never track their car). Gas mileage over 30+, that's great ! I have a 5.0L n.a. XK which I love as I like the GT styling more than the F Type. My XK makes a great sound, but I am very envious of that 2.0L gas mileage....and yes, these hp/speed numbers would be fine for me. (I'm about 0-60 at 5.0sec, 385hp)
Totally agree with that. I have the 3 litre XF and honestly, you never get to use the full power of it, in fact you hardly get to use any of it the vast majority of the time. For this reason along with what you lose in practicality, as much as I would love an F-Type I wouldn't buy one - but now I just might, because in this guise it makes an awful lot more sense, and a 300HP 2 litre engine is easily enough power for most people these days. The improved handling due to lesser weight is a bonus too.
Agreed, however for the price point, the figures are not impressive and resell for the 4 cycl will be very poor, at least in America.
@@ryancrawford8042 Good points. But I really agree with the OP. This is the one to buy for most folks. Personally 300hp is enough for me. I'm never tracking the car, and I really hate the loud exhaust noise. Also, I don't want to get a speeding ticket so even with a more powerful car, I'll never ever fully open the taps. I just want a good Sunday morning cruiser with the roof down.😊
From the "Thinking Man's" point of view it makes absolute sense. The HP/Torque numbers sound dead on. The handling for me is a plus. Its looks from every angle are stunning. Style, drive ability, sensible mpg, it's going to appeal to a lot of people. Not everyone buys a car for the pops & bangs & as you rightly said that exhaust note is going to improve. It's horses for courses at the end of the day. Would I buy one ? Probably yes. I'm old, done the big loud motors. I want something that drives, handles well & doesn't take a huge wad of my cash to get up the road. I guess I'm easily pleased, but not that easily. I like it.
Great review as always.
See you down the road.
Cheers,
Geof.
Good morning Sir. You are the perfect target market Geof and I am quite sure there will be many of you out there that will buy this car and love it :-)
In reality to drive this car with any vigour it will use just as much fuel. It would be far better crawling through traffic or sat on the cruise control but why buy a sports car for that? Tou can't just judge a car on the headline figures, even a less powerful v6 will be more tractable...add in the fact that the 6 and 8 are supercharged and this car just doesn't deserve an f type badge...this car was built specifically for Aisan markets where the tax on big engines is crazy
Then get a Toyota 86?????
geofo60 Geof Harris well to buy it it's going to take a wad of cash to start with.
geofo60 Geof Harris I
Best car reviewer I have ever watched. Clear and honest and fair analysis of a beautiful car......will watch again...a Jag owner.
+BARRY HATTON Wow, thanks Barry. I’m glad you enjoyed my video and it is indeed a great car 👍
There's one huge advantage with this car over the V6/V8 models. An executive getting up at 4am to drive to the airport, who lives in suburbia, this is not going to wake the neighbours, which the others would. I drove a P300 all of last week and it was a joy. Loved it.
That my friend is a very good point :-)
My neighbours are obnoxious: nothing wrong with waking them up just for the hell of it lol
Been looking forward to this one! Great in-depth review! The 4-cylinder was certainly an interesting choice when jag first announced it & I wasn’t too sure at first, but the jag never fails to win me over. Stunning car, brilliant review
Thanks very much. Glad you enjoyed it and it was indeed a great car :-)
I just bought the 2019 F-type with the 4 Cylinders. Love it so much it's the first car I have purchased in 20 years. Light and good mileage. I just couldn't justify getting a V-8 with gas prices where they are right now and who knows for how long.
How’s the reliability thus far?
Sold it before I could tell if it was reliable. I was to tall for it.
@@zachbackar5389 oh, shucks
A very interesting review. A great car for what I would need, handling, looks and good commute vehicle. 👍
Nice video Mr Ped. I like it, all the looks and comfort with less running costs, yet still a good mover.
Subscribed. Been watching your videos for a whole now PP and i like the unbiased and balanced reviews. I think you're a genuine car bloke that's got the chance to do what we all wish to do.Any chance you could review a few old school hot hatches and see how they compare to more modern stuff you have driven ,especially your Mini. I would value your opinion to see if they still have the 'fun' factor that maybe some super quick current hot hatchbacks seem to maybe sacrifice for big numbers and high speed.
Hi There. Thanks for the Sub. I'd love to do that and actually hope to drive the 205 GTi in a few weeks time :-)
Great video with very thoughtful commentary. Personally, I would go for the V6, but the turbo charged 4's that are being developed these days are seriously impressive. Despite a lack of straight line grunt, I bet this thing is a blast to drive!
Thanks Tim. It drives superbly, especially through the twisty stuff. I'd have a V6 400 Sport or V8 AWD ;-)
I got exactly this car for my 18th birthday and I‘m super happy with it 💥
Wow lucky you 👌👏👏
PetrolPed just found some of your reviews - subscribed!
Excellent review with great photography. That F-Type is absolutely gorgeous with lovely graceful 'Jaguar'' lines. The sweeping camera shot around the body to its haunches and that exquisite rear is very seductive. The paintwork looks amazing and has been prepared really well. I suppose it should look good at only 39mls! Good explanation of how the important parts of the car come together in the real world.
This review has inspired me to have a closer look at the F-Type for my weekend car. 2.0L 4 cylinder plenty performance for me - I'm sold on the looks alone!
Thanks for the great feedback and I'm glad you enjoyed my review. Let me know how you get on once you've gone and had a drive ;-)
I have a 2019 with all extras. Its sophisticated and fun.
It has enough pops and crackles to make me smile.
A 2.0 or a 3.0?
Planning to buy one but can’t figure out 2 or 3 liter
@@75arda81 3 litre makes more noise and fuel consumption is higher.
pops and crackles that annoy pretty much everyone and everything you drive past.
@@johnw65ukYou sound like a right laugh don’t ya
Definitely my fav reviewer along with Mat Watson. Keep up the great work
I’ll take that 👍
Wow I didn't know this existed. Great idea from Jaguar. The bigger cars make too much artificial noise anyway, and the lighter nose makes a lot of sense.
I bought my 2017 F Type R V8 out of the showroom an have been in love since. You absolutely correct about the exterior and interior looking beautiful but I’m just as in love with the performance and sounds of the exhaust. I’ve owned many sports cars but nothing compares to sounds and feels of this beauty ♥️Great review!👍🏻
Thanks Cheryl. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
I watched your video on the V6 F Type from 2016 when it was by your own description, your first high end luxury car review. Fast forward to this review and you say you may be a little jaded from driving so many powerful cars, maybe just a little but you did the car well and gave it a good review. I have often debated with myself about what car to get next. The powerful ones blow my mind and make me giddy for short periods of time but the less powerful yet still dynamic cars are just fun all of the time, without fear of losing the license in an instant. You sum this up quite nicely and I'm struck by the thought that since some smaller cars tour so well now too, I need to adjust my opinion on what it is that makes for a good car. Cheers
Thanks for the great comment. Sometime I think all people think about is power and forget the driving feel and dynamics :-)
Brilliant review, Thank you..
I have loved Jaguars since I was a kid, the E-type and I were born at exactly the same time in 1961, and I have been lucky enough to get out in the second E-type ever made and visit it quite regularly. Reg number 77 RW.
I Love the F-Type, but could never justify owning one, given my daily 80 mile commute to work, which my current Jaguar handles very well with reasonable running costs.
This 2 litre version could well be the answer to my prayers.
Once again, thank you for an excellent honest review.
Hi Dave. I love the E Type too :-)
You are what this F Type had been made for...you are running out of excuses ;-)
Bring back the Super Charged inline 6 cylinder engine (AJ16). It was the greatest engine ever made by Jaguar.
Lou Montana 1q
Great video and an honest review. Just bought my first F-type (pre-owned 17 plate). Did seriously look at the 2 litre but in the end went for the V6. On exhaust sound alone, the V6 just made me smile (and still does everytime I push the stop / start button!). I completely agree, if you have a coupe, the glass pan roof is an absolute must. Thanks!
V6 would be my choice too. Lovely sounding car 👌
@@PetrolPed The V6 and V8 both sound amazing but the V8 is just stupid money, high running costs and you can't use that type of power on UK roads! Cannot believe JLR have done away with the V6!
Well produced! I am just going to keep banging away at getting my 6.0 JaguarSport up front of an XJ40 5 speed into an "85 XJS. Nothing beats a Jag!
I reckon this is probably the best F-Type for most people , most of the time, it's more refined, better ride and better handling but probably missing a little for the pure petrol heads.
I think you are probably right ;-)
Seems like a nice, stylish GT for long trips.
Yep...perfect :-)
Enjoyed this , i have a new one on order expect it in April.Reason i was happy with this 4cl Turbo was purely looks and i didnt want another noisy car if you like.I currently have a V8 Mustang and it has the sound you would want hence this purchase.Looking forward to the quality and looks.
Great review, well presented and interesting to listen to. I'm still torn between the V6 and the 2.0 but this video has given me a lot of useful information.
Thanks 👍
Forget both of those - V8 is the way to go
I would even consider the 4 cylinder. But on the german market the used ones seem to be barely any cheaper than the v6, while there is a huge gap to the v8. So the best option for me is still V6.
Thought I recognised those roads, the racecourse gave away the location. Great review, think your right about your expectation level. 300 bhp would keep most people engaged with their driving. But. The Jag V8’s all sound delicious.
I feel this going to be an absolute winner for Jaguar as it’s priced right in the Porsche Boxster / Cayman region. Having owned a Boxster given the choice in the used market this I would prefer. Not forgetting that Porsche have also opted for the 4 cylinder engines too.
It offers a choice to that area of the market that was missing.
Pleased that Jaguar are taking the risk for what would sound like a tiny engine in comparison to the others but for most it would be perfect.
Hope this sells well as would love to see more F-Types on the road 😎
I agree :-)
And porsche changed their mind and have brought back the 6 cylinder in the Boxster and Cayman GTS 4.0, as sales of the 4 cylinder 718 have been very disappointing.
Hooded Claw they didn’t sell many as most people were disappointed by them and Porsche realized their mistake early on so stopped making them
@@bmwman1981 They stopped making them?
Brilliant, honest review. thank you!
My pleasure 👍
I've placed my order for the 2.0L opting for the improved handling, balance and Eco-friendly factors in lieu of the brutish H.P. and aural orgasms offered by V6/V8s. I always enjoy the reviews even though I'm no longer a boy-racer.
How exciting Jerry. Do you know when you are going to get delivery ?
do you have the car? how has the reliability on the 2.0 proved to be?
Nice and Professional Review.
Cheers, glad you enjoyed it :-)
Who drives long distances without switching the entertainment system on. V8 for track days but as a daily this makes more sense
This would make a brilliant daily 👌
This review helped me make sense of the 4 cylinder mustang and Camero. To be honest this is a great sounding 4 cylinder. Great review sir Pete. This car looks very nice
Not driven the Ecoboost Mustang yet 😢
We just bought one and we love it. 🥰
We used to own a 2018 Mustang ecoboost. And our last car was a 2020 Audi TT 45 stage 1 tuned to 311bhp.
Before we bought this Jag we also did a testdrive in a TTrs. And I must say, we were a bit disapointed. It was quicker offcource, but we were expecting more.. A whole lot more.
This F-type is less fast than our tuned TT is, but it feels more alive. Very nice everyday-driver this car.
We have never driven the v6, but I think it will feel exactly the same as our TTrs adventure🤐😉
But we are also doing a tune on this F-type next week😉
Just for fun🎉
Thank you for the review. Nice to watch
Good review, voice never gets boring/atonal compared to others.
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it :-)
A good review. Unless you have access to a track, most high performance cars have power that can’t be processed. 200 bhp per tonne is bang on the money for all roads.
This thing is plenty fast enough for the public roads :-)
Okay, not as groundshaking as the V8 or angry as the V6, but it sounds cool. And it goes well, too: 0-60mph in under 6sec should be enough. And it can do nearly 40mpg. Plus, it's a freaking Jag! I'd sure have one.
Yep...exactly :-)
The V8 is geared for 330 mph at redline in 8th and gets 31 mpg with 575HP, and 700HP tuned. Thats plenty of mpg.
Great review. I am driving a 2017 F-type V6 and considering the new 300 model now. There are some great deals out there, but I already know I'm going to miss the roar and the extra power.
Still drop dead gorgeous though 😜
One of these passed me on the HWY today. I was in my Beemer. The looks, sound and color (same) made me want to buy one for my wife. Would think about it
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I am selling my Mercedes CLS (3 litre, V6). and am treating myself to my dream car - the Jaguar F-Type, and am considering my options, even the 2 litre, and this video is so very helpful. As a Jaguar fan, and owner of two previous Jags - S-Type and XFS, I love the spirit, design and beauty of Jaguar cars. After watching your video, for me, the real spirit of the F-Type lies with the either the 3 litre V6, or V6S, especially with the twin centered exhausts, and the sound. Oh man, that sound! Great video as always. My mind is made up!!!!!!!
Did you get your f type yet??
Hey bro I got the f-Type s; and I jus gotta lyk bro I’ve had a lot of problems; faulty O2 censors; my water pump blew up and at 30k miles; and the cheap trash plastic water pipes blew up as well; costed me 2.4k in repairs
This will sell with the older market the people in their late 60’s early 70’s that remember the original 1960’s e type. They ll still appreciate the looks of the F type and the jaguar style yet are a bit long in the tooth for the savage performance of the full fat f types. This will be plenty quick enough for them and still look amazing
Um who can drive these big supercharged engines at half blast anyway.
You're right - I'm late 60s and have a V8R AWD. As you get older your hearing goes, so I wouldn't hear the 4-pot - it's gotta be loud!
Fkn idiot. I’m fifty and I’ll see you off on a track anyday...
Great review- everything in a nutshell. Nice.
Thanks Firmin, glad you enjoyed it :-)
Loving my P300 everyday. I suspect it's "loud exhaust" is mostly played thru speakers behind the seats.
Has to be v8. I had a xkr for about 5 years and once I fitted a sports exhaust it made a fantastic noise, only masked by the sound of the supercharger (and may wife screaming 'slow down'). I must confess that the 4 cylinder version is an attractive option especially given my xkr did 18mpg around town. Such a great looking car. Thanks for sharing.
The fuel economy is attractive but I would have the V8 R AWD :-)
"Snap, crackle and pop" sold millions of packets of breakfast cereals in order to satisfy the audible developments delights of many a young lad and lass. Today they have grown up - or have they? Is their ultimate awakening 'carrot' still to be measured in audio-bites? No matter.
An excellent review - great sound cointrol! - and informed, helpful commentary.
Thanks 👍
Jaguar nailed the styling. Looks beautiful from all angles. This version of the car works for the majority of people who buy or lease them new. Has the looks, isn’t stupid fast since it’ll be used as gt or city car and better on gas with a lower price.
Good review. I was really interested to hear what it sounded like and it’s sort of how I thought it would. I love the looks of the F Type, but as you say a big part of the attraction of them is the sound. So I’d have to have the V6 or V8.
I guess if you want something a bit more refined, then this is the ideal car. It’s still pretty quick and has those looks.
Had the V6 S - after 2 injectors failed I got rid of it - hopefully the 4 cyl + turbo is more reliable, I'll take reliability vs grunt....
Some of the earlier comments sum it up. If your buying an F type, you want the roar of the v6 or the v8 - emotionally that's true. However, I have now driven the 2 litre and while it doesn't have the roar, it has all the excitement when I want it and the control when I want it (which is most of the time). I still feel privileged to be driving it. I'm sold!
Many of the comments are from people who haven't driven it. If they did they would feel just like you :-)
Hi Pete great video again, as for the car it’s everything other than the sound although the camera might be dubbing it down a bit, how did the sound compare to the A45
No comparison mate. The A45 sounded epic. That is what I meant be the fact I think they could make more noise from it. I'd love to say the camera didn't do it justice but I can't !
Petrol Ped shame maybe an after market exhaust might sort it out. I am happy not to do 0-60 in 3 seconds but it has too look and sound the part.
How quick is the steering in this compared to say a TTS? What about steering weight?
It's just not fast enough :( It doesn't help I drove it the same day as the v6 400 and the v8, but it's way too slow for how it looks. Even the Hyundai i30N I drove the same day felt faster.
+Tyre Reviews I can imagine when driven back to back with its big brothers it would feel really slow 😥
And where is the stretch of public road for 155 mph? You guys are sooo dumb!
@@realalsenor It's not about top speed, it's about acceleration.
@@JGreen444 If it's about acceleration any e-car is quicker.
living in a country were road taxes are decided on engine volume and thus it is fucking expensive to own a 3.0 engine and just not affordable to go beyond 5.0, this car is actually worth considering.
Exactly. I've had quite a few people say that :-)
Well, if you are looking to buy a beautiful car like this, the last thing you think about is the road tax or the mpg! You can either afford it or not! And, drop the language old lad, completely unnecessary!
@@boncolumbard3182 Anyone who knows how to handle money and was not born in wealth knows that taxes and costs do matter while being on some sort of budget is a given in life for most people. Unless you say that if you are not wealthy enough, you should stop appreciating certain beauties in life ?
@@boncolumbard3182 a fool & his money are quickly parted as the old saying goes, the 2litre sounds like the thinking mans choice.
@@boncolumbard3182 yep, buddy! I know too many folks who can't afford them but have them anyway. And too many people who can really afford the top of the line one, and buy the p300.
Each one manages its own money.
Thanks - a very helpful review, unlike the kind of childish stuff you sometimes see from other reviewers. I've been thinking of getting one of these and you have helped me decide......
Wow Chris that is great to hear. Which way did you decide ?!!
Yes to the 2 litre coupe. Ive got a milestone birthday in 6 months time, so that's my excuse. I normally prefer a drop top - but the F Type convertible boot is useless for a trip away and the Coupe rear looks so much better. Thanks again!
Hi Pete, just stumbled on this old review of yours.
The wife has just said that she misses not having a pretty two seater of her own anymore, it's always my practical 4x4 estates on the drive.
Whilst walking the dog this morning I spot one of these and thought just how nice it really looks, I'd better read some reviews. The 2litre you've tested here would be perfect for her, I think your take on it may have convinced me it's time to take a look at one. Thank you.
Glad to be of help 👍
The engine sound is just awesome. It screams "sport" six ways from Sunday - don't know what shall be wrong with that. And if the car now even handles better, it maybe gets closer to the idea of a "sports car" than the heavier V6 and V8. And as always with forced induction engines, I am sure there's some performance tuning package available out there for those that are not happy with 300hp.
😂
Sounds okay to me, plenty of power for UK conditions, puts my 3.0 S Type to shame in the fuel consumption viewpoint. Could be tempted.
Great review Pete. Also perfect timing for me! The weekend before last i was given one to use for the weekend. That 2L surprised me a lot and was so so useable, i know its not the v6 or v8 but it impressed me so much i agreed my v6 audi would be traded in against it.
Really...how interesting. They are certainly lovely cars :-)
With the new model the spare Wheel has been replaced with a flat tyre kit, this gives you a lot more boot space for those weekend trips.
Its easy , plenty around , buy a year or 2 old v6 for less money and depreciation , job done :)
That is what I would do !
Yeah I was thinking the same, and maybe a private plate to hide the year ;-)
you are still fucked if you live in a country were your government has heavy yearly road taxes on anything powerful though
"I've always liked the F type layout inside", makes it sound like you've been driving them for the last 40 years!
Are you related to Harry of Harry's garage? You not only look related (son?) but your voice and turn of phrase is similar.
LOL 😂 No relationship but I am a big fan 👍
Not sure if you can get to every comment, this is the first video of yours I've seen, found through CZcams algorhytm not specifically looking for this, subscribed and liked, interested to see what's next.
Hi Conza. I try my best to reply to every comment. Great to hear you've found me and hope you like what you see. I upload Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6pm. Friday is always my main video for the week. This Friday is looking VERY special as long as the weather doesn't get in the way !
Very good review ! That's what i call an honest review ! Stunning car (yes the V4 2.0) and a pleasure to drive daily !!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I've driven the F-Type R and V6S on the track and loved them both.
This however actually appeals to me as a more practical, daily driver and is currently in consideration - to save $20k for two less cylinders seems fair enough, especially when you can load on more creature comforts with the extra money..
I currently drive a MY2017 XF Portfolio 25t and that is ridiculously fast for a large four-cylinder saloon - I also have a 28i Z4 and that is a scream to drive even though it's 'only' a four - I have no doubt the Jaguar would be just as much fun to drive...
I have no doubt too...more than enough performance for most situations !
XE 25T 2019 here
What a rocket.
Used to drive a S40 T5 so I do miss the sound.
But I love my red Jag
Wife loves it so win win
The thing I like about what they did was keeping the body the same. I hate what BMW and other car makers do by making the body look silly just because it has a 4 or 6 cylinder. Ohh and sound is everything ;)
I like when car makers make the lesser models different .its so people can see it’s the cheaper model and if I payed top money for the best version I would be hacked off if the poverty model looked the same as it doesn’t make the top model special or different enough for the greater expense.
@@bmwman1981 are you really that insecure?
Get a soundtrack and forget the car
Sounds like a Morris Minor with a shagged exhaust. Nice interior.
Great video Pete, this is a good entry level for new Jaguar owner on their sport cars. I think you will see a fair few of these on the road going forward, Good price, better mileage on fuel but being two seater that may cause it to tail off in a year or two....
Jaguar hope you are right ;-)
Interesting review. Good attempt from Jaguar. Engine noise isn’t that bad. But when I saw the 0-60 acceleration I noticed the slow response from the engine. It seems to me the flywheel is too big for this car. Seems this is the catch-all F-type. I would suggest to Jaguar to get an A-class AMG or Yamaha/Cosworth tuned sporty 4 pot as reference to put more sensations and heart in the car, make it more of an experience. Thx for the review!
My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it :-)
I've got a 2005 X Type 2.0 diesel. I don't give a flying fuck that it's a Ford-derived engine and Mondeo platform; it goes like a Jag and is a great, reliable, fun yet economical drive.
The backside of this car kills me. I’m buying this
Rear of the Year 👌
Good review Ped!
Thanks 👍
Great review. I think this engine format will sell by the bucket load particularly in company car land. You nailed it in this video in relation to public roads. This engines characteristics are more suitable to are roads and speed limits. Beautiful looking car.
Certainly looks great and drives great :-)
Would love to see the manual transmission model reviewed.
I'll see what I can do ;-)
I think only the V6s come with a manual option.
The price is crazy for a 4 cylinder!
The car looses about 50% of value in the first 3 years. I currently am looking at a 06/2017 which cost 77k€ and now is at about 40k€ with just 25.000km on it and pretty much full spec. Buy it after 3 years, guys.
@@RM-ep2dc which engine is the one you are looking at?
I feel sorry for anyone buying a 4 pot f type it’s the equivalent of buying a diesel slk absolutely pointless
@@bmwman1981 you obviously didn’t listen to the road test, many good reasons to choose the 2litre including sharper handling.
@@TheSmartbear1 the whole point of a f type is a v8 you might as well buy a mx5 if you buy the 2 litre version it will do the same as the jag but cost you less and at least it’s less embarrassing at the lights when a normal car beats you
When Jaguar announced a 2 litre 4 cyl I thought they were mad. But on two circuit days the 2 litre I drove (and was driven in by a professional racing driver) had miles more performance than my old 5.3 litre V12. Remember when sports cars were small light and nimble? This is a proper sports car.
It sure is 👍
Looks awesome, great design.
Let me tell you, it sounds pretty damn well!
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Performance is not too bad 0-60 about 5.4 seconds... right not too bad... lol as i drive home in my 0-60 in "still calculating" Corsa Utility bakkie!
LOL 😂
Very good review indeed - thanks. Love the colour specn on that. I would buy this car for all the reasons you have stated. Cheers
Great you enjoyed it 👍
Very nearly bought one (F type 2.0l) last year but was tempted with an M2 Competition. Little bit annoyed that a couple of years earlier bought an Evoque 2 L diesel. My reasons would make a good vlog
It's a beautiful car, but it just isn't as fun as the V8 or the V6. I drove both the V6 and the V8 on track back in April and my goodness they are fun. The sound, performance, driving feel of the V8 is heavenly!
You're right, it isn't as much fun but it is still fun :-)
Daniel Sadjadian it's ugly pal. Somewhere, Mercedes and Porsche are laughing,
Anyone who thinks the F-type is ugly needs serious help. Not even its biggest critics say it is ugly. Like most Jags, it is dead gorgeous.
Spot on review pal. I am totally on you with all points. It’s defo the 2ltr Audi TT market.
I drive a 2 ltr TT daily (although with an aftermarket downpipe and stage 2 320hp) and was disappointed after a test drive of a V6 F-type (base model). It felt quiet, heavy and slow with slightly outdated interior. I love the looks, but it didn`t live up to the expectations. I did like the firm suspension & I must say the V8 version sounds amazing. But a 4 cylinder version at 50k.. a lot of better options on the market unless buying purely for the looks.
Hi Peter thanks for that great review as everyone has said it needs a bit more grunt and sounds but at the end of the day it’s a jag and it looks cool 😎
It sure does look cool !
Looks amazing as ever. I’d be happy with this new 4 pot. Should be getting one soon on 24 hours video review for my channel😊
Nice. Hope the filming goes well 👍
Well done for always quoting the Torque Figures. Not many reviewers out there do (grrrr) and in real world driving, on the road the torque numbers are mighty important 👍🏼
Torque is what gets you up the road quickly ;-)
Torque is what you need to keep passing the others...
Yeah, soooo many focus only on HP...that's nice and all but it's torque that gets the wheels turning, hp keeps em moving.....
One may well tune it up then!
Reliability of this car? Does the engine have problems like its Diesel brother?
Question: I noticed that while you performed a 0-60 test that the engine appeared to be very quiet at the start. Is it possible to get the engine spinning higher in the rev range before the launch and reduce the time?
Is far as I was aware, this car didn't have launch control which I guess would do that.
I'd get the 718 if I was into 4 cylinder engine sports cars. The F Type V6 would be the best choice unless you're into that 911 Turbo S.
718 is a great car :-)
Why not?...the new Ford mustang has a 2.3 ..4 cylinder turbo..and a 5.0 v8 model
The 2.3 is awesome and sounds fine. Rented one in Arizona for 11 days.
I'd like that center exhaust with a 6 cylinder 😉
How reliable is the Ingenium engine? I've heard not so much. Also they put this in the Later XFs and one owner reviewed his saying the turbo lag was so pronounced that he almost had an accident when he tried to do a swift pull out.