From launch to today
The F-TYPE (internal code X152) arrived in 2013 as a two-seat convertible, with the coupe following in 2014. It rode on a shortened aluminium architecture and was offered in a broad range of outputs from the outset.
Jaguar F-TYPE
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Jaguar F-TYPE
The Jaguar F-TYPE is the car that reconnected Jaguar with its sports-car heritage, and the USA was one of its most important markets throughout its life.
- Model / code
- Jaguar F-TYPE (X152)
- Production
- 2013–2024 (facelift 2021)
- Body styles
- 2-seat coupe, 2-seat convertible
- Layout
- Front engine, RWD or AWD
Model profile
Model history and generations
Powertrain and equipment
Engines, drivetrain and trims
Engines and drivetrain in detail
The pre-facelift range centred on a 3.0-litre supercharged V6 in roughly 340 hp and 380 hp tunes, and a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 that produced around 495 hp in S guise, 550 hp in the F-TYPE R and up to 575 hp in the SVR.
Trim levels and variants
The F-TYPE is a strict two-seater available as a coupe or a fabric-roof convertible. The walk runs from the four-cylinder and V6 base cars up through S, R-Dynamic, the F-TYPE R and the flagship SVR.
Vehicle selection
North American market and suitability
Used availability in the USA
American supply spans the full 2014–2024 range, with 2014–2017 supercharged V6 cars especially plentiful and the V8 R and SVR available for those wanting maximum performance.
When importing makes sense
The F-TYPE suits a driver who wants a charismatic, V8-capable British sports car with a distinctive exhaust note and real style.
Vehicle data
Technical data by generation and specification
Body and dimensions
| Body styles | 2-seat coupe, 2-seat convertible |
|---|---|
| Length | approx. 4470 mm |
| Kerb weight | approx. 1520–1720 kg |
| Seats | 2 |
Engine and drivetrain
| Layout | Front engine, RWD or AWD |
|---|---|
| Four-cylinder | 2.0 L turbo, approx. 300 hp |
| V6 | 3.0 L supercharged, approx. 340–380 hp |
| V8 | 5.0 L supercharged, approx. 495–575 hp |
| Transmission | 8-speed ZF auto; 6-speed manual (V6, 2016–2018) |
| Fuel | Premium unleaded |
Model and other data
| Model / code | Jaguar F-TYPE (X152) |
|---|---|
| Production | 2013–2024 (facelift 2021) |
| 0–100 km/h (R) | approx. 4.0 s |
| Top speed (SVR) | approx. 322 km/h |
| Construction | Aluminium architecture |
| Brakes (R/SVR) | Optional carbon-ceramic |
Values are reproduced verbatim from the existing article table. The documents for the specific vehicle govern.
Pre-purchase review
Model-specific inspection points
Reliability and common problems
Jaguar F-TYPE reliability is generally sound, but there are specific items to watch. On the 5.0 supercharged V8 (the AJ133), timing-chain tensioners and guides are the key long-term concern; chain wear that goes unaddressed can be expensive, so documented attention on higher-mileage V8s is valuable. Water pumps and the supercharger's intercooler coolant circuit are maintenance points across the supercharged engines.
Germany and Europe
Differences, adaptation and registration
How US versions differ
US-market F-TYPEs carry amber side markers, US headlight beam patterns and mph instruments, with US emissions calibration and OBD.
From US purchase to registration
The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.
TÜV, approval and license plates
Approval work is typically lighting-related: European headlamps or corrected beam, a rear fog lamp, and side-marker handling, plus documentation of the mph instruments.
USCar Trader services
Inspection, purchase processing and escrow
As a buyer based in Germany, you do not have to inspect the vehicle yourself in the United States or Canada. Within the agreed scope, USCar Trader can coordinate document review, a separately commissioned on-site inspection and purchase processing.
- Vehicle profile and history: The profile can show the VIN, US title status and available history records. No data source guarantees that every earlier event was reported.
- Optional CARFAX report: Additional reported maintenance or service entries can be included. The report is not a complete service book or proof of every interval.
- On-site inspection / USCT AutoCheck: USCar Trader can arrange a separately booked vehicle inspection. Agreed visible and accessible areas are documented. Road or functional tests require suitable access and seller approval; the visual review is not a lift inspection or workshop diagnosis.
- Purchase processing and escrow: After approval, USCar Trader can coordinate seller contact, negotiation, contract and the escrow and import service. Fees, payment route and responsibilities are recorded in advance.
- Recalls: Open safety recalls can be checked by VIN through the NHTSA recall search; they do not describe overall condition.
Covered inspection points are agreed in advance. An on-site inspection records condition at the appointment and is not a guarantee.
Next step: Before commissioning, USCar Trader and the customer agree which document, history, inspection and transaction checks suit the vehicle and are included in the service. This records what was actually checked.
Import process
Import, customs, costs and delivery
Process for the specific listing
The import process for a Jaguar F-TYPE is planned around the specific listing, location, documents and commissioned service scope.
Questions and answers
Common questions about importing this model
Can I import a used Jaguar F-TYPE from the USA?
Yes. As an independent broker we source used F-TYPEs across the US market, including coupes, convertibles and the rare manual V6, and handle the full import.
Does this vehicle automatically qualify for a 0% import-duty rate?
No, not automatically. A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
How is import VAT treated when importing a Jaguar F-TYPE?
Import VAT and other taxes or costs are assessed separately under the applicable rules and the circumstances of the individual case. A blanket answer for every vehicle would not be reliable.
Which F-TYPE engine is most reliable?
The 2.0 four-cylinder is the least demanding; the V6 and V8 are robust but the supercharged V8 needs documented timing-chain and coolant maintenance.
Can you find a manual F-TYPE?
Yes. Jaguar offered a six-speed manual on rear-drive V6 cars around 2016–2018, and these can be sourced from the US market.
What are the F-TYPE's common problems?
Timing-chain wear on the 5.0 V8, water-pump and supercharger-coolant items, occasional electronics quirks and rapid rear-tyre wear on powerful cars.
How long does the import take?
Ocean freight and clearance usually span several weeks, with TÜV and registration following once the car arrives and is inspected.
Are US convertibles worth importing?
Yes, but sun-belt convertibles should be checked for top and interior wear. We inspect the roof, seals and mechanism before purchase.
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