Yes, please.
The Paris Motor Show was held earlier this month. Jaguar’s Head of Design Ian Callum said that he doesn’t know what the future-generation F-Type sportscar will look like. The current F Type is on the market since 2013. It’s only natural to assume that the next-generation F-Type has already begun development.
The Car Magazine in Britain has published a detailed report on the 2020 F-Type. It also mentions a BMW engine. According to the publication, the Bavarian firm will supply the 4.4-liter turbocharged engine V8 that will replace Ford’s aging 5.0-liter V8. The motor from BMW is expected to be found in more Jaguar models and the future Range Rovers.
The 2020 F-Type will ride on a new platform and will use an aluminum-intensive design. It will also be lighter than the previous model. BMW’s engine is expected to provide a strong power boost that will be combined with a higher efficiency and lower fuel consumption. It’s a win/win situation.
The new sports car will still use the front-engine layout, despite Callum’s wish to see a mid-engine F-Type. A similar-sized model could be used to replace the F-Type as a mid-engine range-topper.
Jaguar is aiming to be closer to Porsche 911 territory with the F-Type. This means that the new Jag sporty will be more practical and luxurious, which will reflect in its price. You can expect two more seats in the back, as well as more customization options.
According to the Internet, Jaguar is also developing an all-electric version. Car Magazine says it will arrive in 2023. It will be equipped with two 201-horsepower electric motors (150-watts) and a 100-kWh battery. This information should be taken with a grain, as the British manufacturer has not yet developed the technology.