The 2021 Jaguar F-Type Convertible, with its 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, gets a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG. This figure is respectable for a convertible sports car, but not particularly great for a four-cylinder engine. Buyers understand this trade-off for the F-Type’s design, heritage, and driving experience, choosing emotional value over ultimate efficiency.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates the F-Type’s fuel economy at 23 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway. These numbers reflect how the engine performs. The smaller engine works harder in stop-and-go city driving, so it uses more fuel. But on the highway, the F-Type cruises more efficiently, letting the turbocharged engine operate at its best. Long trips are still enjoyable, but you’ll stop for gas more often than you would in a more fuel-efficient car. If you want to see all Jaguar fuel economy data, check out our Jaguar dedicated page.

Annual fuel cost

The EPA estimates the annual fuel cost for the 2021 Jaguar F-Type Convertible at $2,250. This is based on driving 15,000 miles per year, with a mix of city and highway driving, using the national average fuel price when the estimate was made. Your actual fuel costs will change depending on how you drive, local fuel prices, and the type of fuel you use. This cost probably won’t scare away the typical F-Type buyer because they know they’re paying more for the fun of driving an open-top Jaguar.

Real-world expectations

The EPA estimates are helpful, but real-world fuel economy can be different. Driving aggressively, accelerating often, and skipping maintenance can all hurt fuel efficiency. If you often use the engine’s power or drive mostly in city traffic, expect to see numbers a little lower than the EPA estimates. But if you drive carefully and mostly on the highway, you might get numbers close to, or even a little better than, the EPA figures. However, it’s unlikely that drivers will consistently get better MPG than what’s listed, because this car encourages enthusiastic driving, which uses more fuel.

How it compares

The F-Type 2.0L’s fuel economy is average compared to other convertible sports cars. The BMW Z4 sDrive30i, for instance, gets about 28 MPG combined. The Porsche 718 Boxster, another competitor known for how it drives, gets around 24 MPG combined. Keep in mind that better-performing versions of these cars, like the F-Type R or the Porsche 718 Boxster GTS, use a lot more fuel. Buyers often weigh performance versus running costs when they consider the 2.0L F-Type which makes this comparison important. F TYPE MPG across all years is also worthwhile to see how different engine options affect fuel economy.

Tips to maximize efficiency

Use the F-Type’s driving modes. “Eco” or “Comfort” mode will change the throttle response and shift patterns so the car uses less fuel. This might make the car feel less sporty, but it can improve MPG for everyday driving.

Make sure your tires have enough air in them. Tires that don’t have enough air create more resistance, making the engine work harder and using more fuel. Check your tire pressure often and keep it at the recommended levels in the owner’s manual. This can make a difference.

Don’t let the engine idle for too long because it wastes fuel. If you’re stopped for more than a minute, turn off the engine. Restarting the engine uses less fuel than idling unnecessarily.

Drive smoothly. Accelerating quickly and braking hard use a lot more fuel. Drive smoothly and consistently to use as little gas as possible. Watch the traffic and keep a steady pace when you can.

Keep up with regular maintenance. Regular maintenance, like oil changes and air filter replacements, helps the engine run efficiently. A well-maintained engine uses less fuel.