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2017 Jaguar F-TYPE: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE is the debut of the 575-hp SVR, the quickest and most powerful regular-production Jaguar road car at the time. The lineup also gains the Premium and limited S British Design Edition trims, while the Project 7 departs.
About the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE
1st generation, fourth U.S. model year; last year before the 2018 styling and technology refresh.
Jaguar positions the F-TYPE as a two-seat sports car built around dramatic design, immediate response, distinctive exhaust sound, and driver involvement. Its lightweight aluminum body, coupe and convertible forms, supercharged engines, and rear-biased handling separate it from more practical luxury cars. The model’s core appeal is emotional: sculpted styling and a close-fitting cockpit paired with everyday-usable performance rather than maximum passenger or cargo space.
The 2017 range stretches from a straightforward 340-hp rear-wheel-drive V6 model to the 575-hp, all-wheel-drive SVR. The 380-hp S focuses on driver-adjustable performance settings, while the 550-hp R combines standard AWD with adaptive suspension and a premium-leather cabin. The limited British Design Edition adds stronger brakes, carbon-fiber interior trim and distinctive aerodynamic body pieces to the S.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The SVR joins the range with a 575-hp supercharged V8, standard AWD and an eight-speed automatic. The existing 340-hp V6, 380-hp V6 and 550-hp V8 continue.
Styling
The SVR adds revised aerodynamic bodywork and an active carbon-fiber rear wing. The S British Design Edition receives its own front splitter, side-sill extensions, rear venturi and satin-finish carbon-fiber cabin trim.
Structural
The SVR receives recalibrated suspension, steering and stability systems, revised rear suspension hardware and a lighter exhaust. Every convertible gains a reconfigured 7.3-cu.-ft. trunk.
2017 Jaguar F-TYPE specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto 8-Spd w/QS, Spt & SS | Auto 8-Spd w/QS, Spt & SS | Auto 8-Spd w/QS, Spt & SS | Auto 8-Spd w/QS, Spt & SS | Auto 8-Spd w/QS, Spt & SS | Auto 8-Spd w/QS, Spt & SS |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 27 mpg | 23 mpg | 28 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 550 hp | 380 hp | 550 hp | 340 hp | 340 hp | 380 hp |
| Torque | 502 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft | 502 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 7–11 cu-ft | 7–11 cu-ft | 7–11 cu-ft | |||
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| Heated Windshield | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE?
The biggest change is the new F-TYPE SVR. It has a 575-hp supercharged V8, standard AWD, an active carbon-fiber rear wing, lighter exhaust hardware and upgraded chassis tuning.
How does the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE lineup differ from 2016?
The 2017 lineup adds the Premium, S British Design Edition and SVR trims, while the limited Project 7 leaves the range. The standard 340-hp V6, 380-hp S and 550-hp R powertrains otherwise continue without a lineup-wide redesign.
What is the 2017 F-TYPE S British Design Edition?
The S British Design Edition is a 300-unit U.S. special edition based on the 380-hp S. It adds stronger brakes, premium-leather performance seats, carbon-fiber cabin trim and an aerodynamic exterior package, but no extra engine output.
Did the 2017 F-TYPE convertible gain more cargo room?
Every 2017 F-TYPE convertible has a reconfigured trunk rated at 7.3 cubic feet. This packaging change applies across the convertible range.
Is the 2017 F-TYPE the refreshed model?
No. The 2017 F-TYPE is the final model year before the 2018 styling and technology refresh, so it retains the earlier exterior design and infotainment layout.
2017 Jaguar F-TYPE Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE.
4.5
2017 Jaguar F-TYPE
(215 reviews)
“Everyone who sees an F-Type in person falls in love with the way it looks! Strong power, with a 6 speed manual.”
“This will be the most exciting car you will have ever driven! With all-wheel drive and superior braking also one of the safest. Attention to detail and a luxury finish rounds out the experience!”
Sources
- archive.jaguar.com — 2015 / 11 / 2017 Jaguar F Type
- media.jaguar.com — 2016 / 01 / Jaguar F Type British Design Edition
- archive.jaguar.com — 2016 / 02 / Jaguar Introduces Ultra High Performance F Type Svr Ahead Geneva Debut
- media.jaguar.com — 2014 / 11 / 2016 F Type Gains All Wheel Drive And Manual Transmission Options
- archive.jaguar.com — 2017 / 04 / Jaguar Unveils 2018 F Type Line All New Four Cylinder Engine Option