We took a Jaguar F-Type  up to the cabin compound for a cheeky weekend away. It is only a 2-seater, so Casper and I had the pleasure of one of Jaguar’s best. Casper is fond of a British car. It has inbuilt class, according to his lofty tastes.

The cabins are quaint self contained cottages saved from destruction and moved to the site, and the perfect place for quiet contemplation.

Luggage consisted of a couple of soft leather duffels. The company has some fancy Jaguar F-Type bespoke luggage, but anything soft will fit into the most secret of her crannies. Back in 2019, I showed you just what can go into a F-type cargo hold, and it was surprisingly generous.

Casper learned to drive in an E-Type, nice work if you can get it. He says F-Type is a chip off the old block, and irons out the some of the foibles of the laudable predecessor. Sadly, it adds a few new foibles for good measure.

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ABOVE: Updated Jaguar F-Type

What’s great:

The looks are even more delicious now the awkward headlights have been restyled. The original lights were chunky and out of place, but now follow the slinky, slimline language of the XF. The LED array has a Matrix option, so see our video for more information on how that works.

Engines are exclusively V8 with 331kw coupe/convertible versions, and a more powerful 423kw “R” version in coupe only. Our base model coupe costs a princely 170grand including options, but it is worth every single penny.

There is a pleasingly engaging drive, with the RWD base model getting frisky at the traffic lights, even on dry roads. AWD is reserved for the R Coupe but we think it should be standard across the range.

All F-Types have a digital dash, and 380watts worth of Meridian sound.

Could Do Better

There is no spare as standard.

The infotainment system is the slightly older “touch pro” setup, and is not as intuitive as the new Pivi software. We’re told Pivi is coming to F-Type but will keep the same slimline touchscreen.

The Drive:

Ride is firm, even though the drive modes change the handling. It goes from firm, to firmer. There is a RACE mode which we did not try, for obvious reasons.

It is hard to be in an F-Type without thinking of a Bond-esque run down the Rivera. It makes you feel special and people notice. The deployable bootlid spoiler pops up at highway speeds for an added sense of drama, but really is no use to you unless you’re on a track needing downforce. It does nothing for your fuel consumption so leave it down. There is a manual switch too, for good measure.

Fuel consumption is OK at 9.4L for our test period. Much of the work was freeway/highway, and takes a dramatic leap around town.

Drivers will hunt for corners, and this is where the Jaguar simply glides through them at warp 10. Drive modes give extra pep, as if it was really needed, and the suspension firms up. Directional changes feel light and airy as the big Brit hunkers down, and there is a hint of body roll just to keep things interesting. Having said that, it could be firmer in “dynamic” mode. We think race mode would bring the required stiffness, but this is not advised for road use.

What for a full VIDEO review over the next few days.

Price: $159,900 (as tested $170,510)

Engine: 5.0L Supercharged V8

Trans: 8-speed automatic

Power: 331kw/580Nm

0-100: 4.6 seconds

Econ: 10.6L/100k

Weight: 1706kg

Warranty: 5 years unlimted K’s, 5 yr roadside assist

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