Jaguar Halts F-Type Production, Shift to Electrification to Take Center Stage

Updated: Jun 16 2024, 23:21 PM EDT

INTERIOR OF JAGUAR F-TYPE — PEXELS/Erik Mclean

The last F-Type has completed its journey at the Castle Bromwich production. This event signals the conclusion of traditional petrol and diesel model production in the UK. Thus, signaling the start of Jaguar's transformation into an electric-focused automotive manufacturer.

Jaguar F-Type Reaches End of Road

Jaguar halts the production of the legendary F-TYPE sports car, concluding an era that started in 2014.The final F-TYPE model will be kept in the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust collection at Gaydon. Enthusiasts can still acquire the F-TYPE until the early months of the next year.

Autocar highlighted Jaguar F-Type's history by recalling its inception. Surpassing the E-Type production numbers, a remarkable 87,731 F-Type sports cars were meticulously crafted, with the final model paying homage to its lineage.

Exactly half a century after the last E-Type rolled off the line, the concluding F-Type emerges in a nostalgic Giola Green convertible guise, featuring a tan leather interior and a sleek black roof. With the cessation of F-Type, XE, and XF manufacturing at Castle Bromwich, Jaguar temporarily transitions into an SUV-exclusive marque as it redefines its product portfolio.

While F-Pace assembly continues in Solihull, the production of E-Pace and I-Pace models progresses in Graz, Austria, sustaining the brand's electrified offerings until the forthcoming year.

Farewell to F-Type, V8 Engine

According to Newsbytes, Jaguar is saying goodbye to its 5.0-liter V8 engine, which has powered many of its classic automobiles, with the release of the final F-TYPE model. As Jaguar embraces electric mobility, this moment signals a significant transition away from the V8 engine era.

Reported by Drive, the final vehicle to gracefully exit Jaguar's Castle Bromwich production line before undergoing retooling was a captivating 5.0-liter V8 Convertible adorned in a striking Giola Green hue, complemented by a sleek black roof and luxurious Tan Windsor leather interior.

Drawing a parallel to history, this configuration mirrors the iconic 5.3-liter V12 final E-Type Series III Convertible from 1974, famously known as HDU 555N.

Introduced as a convertible in the UK back in 2013, this car marked Jaguar's return to the realm of two-seat sports cars after nearly four decades. Following its convertible launch, the coupe variant made its impressive debut a year later, hitting the Australian market for sale in June 2014.

About Jaguar F-Type

As Jaguar halts F-type production, look on the models features and specifications that made it a choice for Jaguar car patrons. As the curtain fell on its production, Jaguar commemorated the F-TYPE with exclusive editions such as the 75 Special Edition, showcasing a remarkable 567hp performance. Limited to a global production of only 150 units.

The ZP Edition paid homage to the classic E-TYPE through bespoke paint finishes and distinctive racing roundels adorning its doors. In 2020, the unveiling of the Heritage 60 edition captured enthusiasts' hearts with its timeless Sherwood Green exterior. Throughout its impressive decade-long tenure, Jaguar achieved sales of 87,731 F-TYPEs, surpassing E-TYPE figures by a significant margin of over 15,000 units.

As per insights from Car and Driver, Jaguar has regrettably disclosed that the forthcoming 2024 model year will mark the final chapter for the F-type, aligning poignantly with the brand's 75th anniversary. In a swan song tribute to this milestone and the iconic F-type, the brand plans to unveil two distinctive special editions.

Dubbed 75 and R 75. Available in both coupe and convertible variants, the R 75 edition stands out as the exclusive choice for enthusiasts seeking the apex of performance, boasting a potent supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 engine churning out an impressive 575 horsepower.

The interior of the 2024 F-type, a design philosophy centered around the driver takes precedence, showcasing a harmonious blend of textures such as intricate stitching, faux-suede embellishments, and elegant chrome detailing.

Offering a range of customization options, from premium headliners to center-console finishes and sleek gloss-black elements, the cockpit exudes sophistication. While the standard six-way power sport seats deliver comfort and support, enthusiasts can elevate their experience with the optional 12-way power performance seats, available in a selection of luxurious leather or suede upholstery combinations.