18 MPG combined won’t win any fuel efficiency awards, but it’s probably not a major concern for buyers of the 2022 Jaguar F-Type P450 AWD R-Dynamic Coupe. People buy this car for its impressive sound, its eye-catching style, and the excitement of its supercharged V8. Fuel economy is simply part of owning such a car.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates 16 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway, which is partially accurate. The city figure is likely correct, as the F-Type’s quick acceleration from a standstill, plus the inefficiencies of stop-and-go driving, will quickly use gas. However, the highway number is a bit optimistic. Getting 24 MPG requires significant restraint. A heavy right foot, tempting because of the available power, will cause that number to drop. The F-Type’s short wheelbase and sporty suspension also mean long highway drives can be tiring, which discourages steady cruising that could optimize fuel economy.

Annual fuel cost

The EPA estimates the annual fuel cost for the 2022 Jaguar F-Type P450 AWD R-Dynamic Coupe at $3,200. This is based on driving 15,000 miles per year, with 55% in the city and 45% on the highway. This also assumes a national average fuel price, which can change. Your actual fuel costs will vary based on driving habits and local fuel prices, but $3,200 is a reasonable benchmark. Keep in mind that this cost is only part of the ownership experience for a car like this, and buyers probably expect these expenses.

Real-world expectations

Real-world fuel economy for the F-Type P450 depends on driving style. Careful drivers in suburban areas might get close to the EPA combined figure, while those who often push the car’s performance will probably see numbers closer to 15 MPG. The supercharged V8 is always working to some extent, even at steady speeds, so expecting hybrid-like efficiency is unrealistic. Premium fuel is required, which increases the cost per gallon.

How it compares

The F-Type’s fuel economy is about what you’d expect compared to other sports cars. The BMW M4 Competition, for example, gets an EPA-estimated 16 MPG city and 23 MPG highway. A Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, a direct competitor, gets around 18 MPG city and 24 MPG highway. The Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe, with its potent V8, achieves a similar 17 MPG city and 26 MPG highway. The Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 offers a slightly more efficient option, with an EPA-estimated 19 MPG combined. Nonetheless, these cars lack the F-Type’s British style and exhaust sound. The decision to buy an F-Type depends on more than just MPG. To compare the F TYPE MPG across all years, you can check our model pages for historical data.

Tips to maximize efficiency

Fuel economy may not be a primary concern, but you can still improve it without losing driving enjoyment. The F-Type’s automatic transmission offers drive modes; selecting “Eco” can reduce throttle response and shift earlier, improving fuel economy during commutes.

Avoid hard acceleration and braking. The supercharger engages quickly with sudden inputs. Use smooth inputs to minimize fuel consumption.

Proper tire inflation is important. Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance, which affects fuel economy. Check your tire pressures regularly and keep them at the recommended level.

Minimize idling time, as the F-Type’s V8 uses a lot of fuel while idling. Turn off the engine when stopped for a while.

Remove extra weight from the car. Extra cargo increases the car’s weight and hurts fuel economy, but this effect will be smaller on a performance car like the F-Type than a standard sedan. You can find all Jaguar fuel economy data for comparison on our brand pages.