2014 Jaguar F-Type
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- 2dr Convertible, 2dr Coupe
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 20 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 176 in
- Curb weight
- 3,561–3,583 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2014 Jaguar F-Type is a two seaters offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 176 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 103-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,561 lb (2dr Convertible).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway), 11% better than the 2014 two seaters average of 20.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Convertible | 176 in | 75.6 in | 51.2 in | 103.1 in | 62.2 / 64.2 in | 3,561 lb | 50/50 |
| 2dr Coupe | 176 in | 75.6 in | 51.6 in | 103.1 in | 63 / 65 in | 3,583 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-Type Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | +11% | $3,550 | 391 |
| F-Type S Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | +6% | $3,750 | 405 |
| F-Type V8 S Convertible | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -13% | $4,550 | 487 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Jaguar F-Type.
Similar 2014 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Jaguar F-Type (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2014 Porsche 911 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 Audi R8 | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Porsche Cayman | 25 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2014 Porsche Boxster | 25 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2014 BMW Z4 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification · Apr 25, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V326000 · 7,060 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar F-TYPE vehicles previously remedied under Recall 14V-714. The seatbelt harness connector which connects the Seatbelt Tension Sensor (STS) to the Occupant Classification Sensor Control Module (OCSCM) may not have been correctly wired. As a result, the Restraint Control Module (RCM) may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
- Fix
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly and repair the seatbelt tension sensor harness as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H208.
Electrical System › Wiring · Nov 7, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V714000 · 7,079 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 31, 2012, to October 22, 2014. In the affected vehicles the seatbelt harness connector which connects the Seatbelt Tension Sensor (STS) to the Occupant Classification Sensor Control Module (OCSCM) may not have been correctly wired. The OCSCM senses whether there is an occupant in the front passenger seating position, and the STS senses whether tension on the seatbelt indicates a child restraint is being used in the front passenger seating position. Both sensors provide information to the restraint control module (RCM) which informs whether the front passenger airbag should be activated, depending on whether the sensors detect the seat is occupied and/or that it is occupied by an adult passenger.
- Risk
- Should the STS not have been wired correctly, the front passenger air bag may not be suppressed, and may remain activated, even when a child restraint is placed in the front passenger seat or a small statured adult occupies that seat. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front passenger air bag, a child or small stature occupant may be at an increased risk of injury.
- Fix
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the harness connector wire configuration, free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J047.
Not every 2014 Jaguar F-Type is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2014 Jaguar F-Type buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 70,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Jaguar F-Type. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other F-Type years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 F-Type | 19 | 176 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 F-Type | 19 | 176 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 F-Type | 19 | 176 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 F-Type | 26 | 176 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 F-Type | 26 | 176 in | Not rated | 2 | 4 |
| 2019 F-Type | 26 | 176 in | Not rated | 2 | 4 |
| 2018 F-Type | 26 | 176 in | Not rated | 3 | 8 |
| 2017 F-Type | 23 | 176 in | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2016 F-Type | 22 | 176 in | Not rated | 1 | 11 |
| 2015 F-Type | 23 | 176 in | Not rated | 3 | 6 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →