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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 2 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $59,250–$79,095 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE at 6.8/10 overall, which translates to a Good rating for this sports. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.0/10, while Value at 5.1/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional sports — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability is the weak spot: 5.5/10, under the class average. Review the recall record on this page and price in extra maintenance headroom. The safety score of 7.1/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance is a genuine highlight at 9.0/10. The Jaguar F-TYPE delivers engaging driving dynamics — responsive handling, meaningful power delivery, and a drivetrain that rewards spirited driving without sacrificing daily usability. Tech rates a reasonable 7.8/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $59,250–$79,095, 15 MPG, seating 2, the Jaguar F-TYPE sits in the premium tier of the sports category. The value score of 5.1/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 9 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: The 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE is a passable sports but not a standout one. Weaknesses in reliability and value hold it back from being a strong recommendation. It may suit buyers with specific needs it serves well, but we'd encourage comparing at least two or three higher-scored alternatives before deciding.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2017 Jaguar F-TYPE ranks #305 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 4% of the segment. Its 6.8/10 overall score is 0.9 points below the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $59,250 starting price is about 29% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Across the F-TYPE model years we've scored, the 2017 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.2/10 | $75,000 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.0/10 | $72,750 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 6.9/10 | $70,500 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 6.9/10 | $68,250 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.8/10 | $66,000 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.8/10 | $63,750 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.8/10 | $61,500 | Read review → |
| 2017 (this review) | 6.8/10 | $59,250 | |
| 2016 | 6.8/10 | $57,000 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 6.6/10 | $54,750 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Seat belts / Pretensioner 28/12/2016 · 16V940000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 Jaguar XE vehicles manufactured July 12, 2016, to December 2, 2016, and Jaguar F-Type vehicles manufactured July 14, 2016, to December 16, 2016. The affected vehicles have front seat… |
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| Suspension / Rear 28/10/2016 · 16V789000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR vehicles built between February 19, 2016 and August 15, 2016. Due to assembly corrections during manufacturing, the bolts connecting the rear lower… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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