Is it a performance car, is it a supercar? The very fact we’ve asked the question says plenty about the Jaguar F-type Convertible that this week sits in the EFTM Garage. Triumphant looks, feral exhaust note and a turn of pace that will cause a goose bump flair-up, here’s our preliminary assessment of this British topless model.
Make: Jaguar
Model: F-type
Variant: Convertible
Engine / Transmission : Supercharged 3.0-litre V6 / 8-speed automatic
Vital Stats: 250kW@6,500 rpm / 450Nm @3,500 – 5000rpm
Jaguar Claimed Fuel Economy: 8.8l / 100km
EFTM Claimed Fuel Economy: 11.1l / 100km
MRRP Price: $138,645 (Plus on roads)
Most Impressive: Pure handling that makes you feel alive, serious grunt without completely overwhelming the senses. This is a beautifully balanced sports car, without the overly rock hard ride and chaotic mechanical symphony of some others.
Not So Impressive: Don’t expect to carry any more than the 1+1 seating configuration allows, you may just fit a box of matches in the boot.
Early Verdict: Bloody fun to drive, brings with it an enormous boost to one’s ego. This car looks good on anyone, even me. Yes I’ve even taken into account my bald head protruding from the topless aluminium / composite frame.
Chris was EFTM’s Motoring Editor for many years, driving everything from your entry level hatch to the latest Luxury cars through to the Rolls Royce.
He has been in the media for 20 years, produced three Olympic games broadcasts, attending Beijing 2008 & London 2012.
Strangely he owns a Toyota Camry Hybrid, he defiantly rejects the knockers.
Chris is married to Gillian and resides in Sydney’s North West. They have Sam the English Springer Spaniel and Felix the Burmese cat to keep them company, and recently welcomed baby Henry to the family.
He has now left EFTM, and writes freelance and runs his own Facebook Page “Bowen’s Garage”
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