2020 Jaguar

F-Type Convertible

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Jaguar F-Type: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Two SeatersEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission: Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain: GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel: PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 310
Power to weight: 0.088 hp/lb
Axle ratio: 3.55
Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration: TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City: 23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb: 26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr: $2,950EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂: 346 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score: 5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score: 7/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified: No

Dimensions & capacity

Length: 176 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width: 76 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height: 52 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase: 103 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight: 3,514 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls: 2
Owner complaints: 3

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM17%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)17%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM17%
POWER TRAIN17%
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC17%
STEERING17%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 6 total.

Jaguar F-Type: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

289 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

Oct 14, 2025POWER TRAINJLRTB02023NAS3 RESCINDED
MIL Illuminated.
Aug 11, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMH537 UPS0525-2 11AUG25
Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) wiring harness junction box may become corroded over time.
Apr 11, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTUCC_APR2025_18
Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
Mar 21, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERJaguar_H422_21MAR25
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
Mar 17, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERMRC_H428_N769_MAR2025_44
This extended warranty covers all repairs to, or replacement of the Infotainment Master Controller (IMC), for 1 year from 3rd February 2025 to 3rd February 2026 for all vehicles that have or will have an expired JLR vehicle warranty in this time period - Unlimited mileage.
Mar 14, 2025SERVICE BRAKESSFCC_MAR2025_20
There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake judder/vibration.
Mar 14, 2025SERVICE BRAKESSFCC_MAR2025_18
There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise concern.
Mar 14, 2025SERVICE BRAKESSFCC_MAR2025_17
There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake warning being illuminated on the instrument cluster.
and 281 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain: 5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance: 5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance: 5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.