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2018 Jaguar F-TYPE: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE receives its first major refresh, led by a redesigned front end, full LED headlights, lighter seats, and a standard 8-inch touchscreen. The range also expands with a 296-hp turbocharged four-cylinder model.
About the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE
1st generation (2014–2024), first major refresh year
Jaguar presents the F-TYPE as a two-seat sports car centered on dramatic design, immediate engine response, expressive exhaust sound, and agile handling. Coupe and convertible bodies combine a low, driver-focused cabin with aluminum-intensive construction. Its key distinction is the breadth of character within one shape: lighter four-cylinder models, supercharged V6 versions, and high-output AWD V8 models, all emphasizing driving involvement rather than passenger or cargo space.
The 2018 lineup stretches from a lighter, rear-wheel-drive 296-hp turbo four to the 550-hp R and 575-hp SVR, both with V8 power and all-wheel drive. In between, R-Dynamic gives the 380-hp V6 dark exterior trim, while the one-year 400 Sport pairs a 400-hp V6 with upgraded brakes and adjustable suspension settings.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
A 296-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder joined the range with rear-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic. The lineup also added the 3.0 340 HP, 3.0 380 HP, and R-Dynamic trims; Base, Premium, and S British Design Edition were dropped. The S continued under the 400 Sport name with an exclusive 400-hp supercharged V6 tune.
Styling
Jaguar redesigned the front bumpers and air intakes, with clearer visual differences between models. Full LED headlights with J-shaped daytime running lights became standard, and the new R-Dynamic received dark exterior trim.
Tech
An 8-inch touchscreen with navigation became standard across the range. Dual-zone climate control moved from standard to optional, and the R's heated steering wheel also moved from standard to optional.
Safety
A rearview camera became standard on the R after being optional for 2017.
Structural
New slimline sport seats used lightweight magnesium frames, reducing seat weight while retaining power adjustment on the regular models.
2018 Jaguar F-TYPE specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 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 | Auto 8-Spd w/QS, Spt & SS |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | 23 mpg | 16 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 27 mpg | 24 mpg | 30 mpg | 24 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 550 hp | 550 hp | 380 hp | 296 hp | 340 hp | 380 hp | |
| Torque | 502 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 7.3–14.4 cu-ft | 7.3–14.4 cu-ft | 7.3–14.4 cu-ft | 7.3–14.4 cu-ft | 7.3–14.4 cu-ft | 7.3–14.4 cu-ft | 7.3–14.4 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled Seats | |||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE?
The biggest change is the F-TYPE's first major refresh. It brought a redesigned front end, full LED headlights, lighter slimline seats, and a standard 8-inch touchscreen with navigation.
Did the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE add a four-cylinder engine?
Yes. The 2018 F-TYPE added a 296-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder paired with rear-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic. Jaguar positioned it as a lighter-handling version rather than simply a lower-output F-TYPE.
How is the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE different from the 2017 model?
The 2018 F-TYPE has a refreshed nose, standard LED headlights, lighter slimline seats, and a standard 8-inch touchscreen with navigation. It also has a broader lineup that includes the 296-hp four-cylinder and R-Dynamic models.
What is the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE 400 Sport?
The 400 Sport is a one-model-year version of the supercharged V6 F-TYPE with an exclusive 400-hp tune. It also has upgraded brakes, adjustable powertrain and suspension settings, a limited-slip differential, and model-specific exterior details.
Was the Jaguar F-TYPE SVR new for 2018?
No. The SVR arrived before the 2018 model year. For 2018, its 575-hp V8 and all-wheel-drive layout continued, while it gained the refreshed front end, LED headlights, lighter seats, and standard touchscreen used across the updated range.
2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE.
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2018 Jaguar F-TYPE
(62 reviews)
“Acceleration from stop in first gear is disappointing. Beautiful car and rims. Awesome intelli-lights and sound system”
“I would recommend them to get the sport steering wheel. The stock steering wheel is garbage, too thin and kills the driving experience. I'm in the process of replacing the stock steering wheel for the sport one”