jaguar f type SVR 2017 (Sale Car)
Speed builds, 240…289…292…300km/h, before we jump hard on to the carbon ceramic brakes. The 2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR is not just fast, it’s the fastest and most powerful Jaguar built since the limited edition XJ220, with power matching the limited edition F-Type Project 7, and it sounds incredible
This isn’t just a go-fast Jag either. It’s the first set of Jaguar models to be honed and crafted by Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) group.
Powering the F-Type SVR is a tuned version of Jaguar’s iconic 5.1-litre supercharged V8 engine producing 423kW of power and a whopping 700Nm of torque. It also sports an all-wheel drive system and an eight-speed automatic gearbox, to deliver a lightning fast 0-100km/h time of 3.6 seconds.
What’s more impressive are the 322km/h and 314km/h respective top speeds for the coupe and convertible. The huge top speed comes courtesy of a new carbon-fibre wing that reduces drag by around 2.5 per cent and offers a lift coefficient reduction of 15 per cent. The new wing works in unison with a smooth underfloor and unique rear diffuser to help improve aerodynamics.
The F-Type range kicks off with an entry level supercharged V6, priced from $119,830 plus on-road costs. The range-topping SVR, however, starts from $289,590 (coupe) and $308,470 (convertible), making the convertible version the most expensive Jaguar on sale in Australia
It’s impossible to get past the engine and exhaust note. It is music to the ears and a soundtrack you won’t find in any other car in this price tag
We came away incredibly impressed with the 2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR. The coupe offers razor sharp performance, while the convertible offers equal performance with the added benefit of literally no scuttle shake and an audio soundtrack that takes things to the next level
Tunnels in the F-Type SVR 2017 convertible are an excuse to open up the taps and listen to the glorious exhaust note. In fact, we went through one tunnel three times just for the fun of it. Not to mention the small villages with closed in buildings we terrorised with V8 bellow
Sure, a Porsche 911 drives better at speed and offers more precise dynamics, but nothing can match the F-Type SVR for sheer driving enjoyment and bragging rights. Not to mention that rear end…stunning
We’re looking forward to getting behind the wheel locally and soaking up some of our favourite roads.
Performance Testing
We took a VBox PerformanceBox with us to see just how quick the F-Type SVR really is. With the VBox set to miles per hour mode, we did 0-60mph, 0-100mph and 0-100-0mph.
- 0-60mph: 3.5s
- 0-100mph: 8.2s
- 0-100-0mph: 13.2s
- Peak acceleration/deceleration g: 1.06g/1.32g
- 100-0mph: 3.8s over 82.6m
These numbers are pretty impressive when you consider that the F-Type SVR doesn’t use a dual-clutch gearbox or a launch control function. Based on other vehicles, a launch control feature could potentially shave around .3-.5s off this time
Visibility out the front and rear is good, but can be hampered by the narrow rear window and new spoiler
All of the vehicles we tested came with the optional carbon ceramic brakes, which felt fine at low speeds. None of the vehicles had the characteristic squeal of carbon ceramic brakes either, which can affect a lot of these types of vehicles
Driving the F-Type SVR 2017 in its normal driving mode offers a great balance between throttle response from the supercharged V8 and ride comfort
SVO engineers worked to refine the ride by changing elements of the suspension damping. A recalibrated and unique damper tune now offers a compression/rebound ratio that nears 1:2 Rebalanced valving and retuned software, in addition to a separate tune for the Dynamic mode, mean that the F-Type 2017 SVR can be driven in comfort around town, while easily changed to offer a sporty ride in its Dynamic mode.
In addition to ride changes, Jaguar worked with Pirelli to homologate a unique tyre for the F-Type SVR. Measuring 264mm at the front and 305mm at the rear, the P five tread is 15mm wider than the F-Type’s R sibling.
Admittedly, we didn’t stay in the comfortable mode for very long. We flicked over to Dynamic, which immediately firms up the ride, increases vocal response from the exhaust and allows the rear wing to deploy
