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2021 Jaguar F-Type

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 F-Type.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2021 Jaguar F-Type pairs an eight-speed automatic (S8) transmission with EPA ratings of 23 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined, and its prescribed lubrication service requires 6.9 quarts of 0W-20 engine oil. Across the model’s 2014–2021 complaint history, annual complaints peaked at 11 in 2016 and bottomed at 2 in 2014, figures that define the outer limits of an eight-year dataset. As the final entry in that range, the 2021 model year sits at the close of a narrowly bounded reliability record, providing researchers with a late-production benchmark from a run whose annual complaint totals never exceeded 11.

Model year202320222021202020192018201720162015

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy23/30/26 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Refer to the appropriate service information for options and battery usage. battery, OE oil filter AJ812279. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI Refer to the appropriate service information for options and battery usage.OEM · verified
Tire size255/35ZR20/XL (97Y), Rear: 295/30ZR20/XL (101Y)OEM · verified
Wheel / rim9, Optional: 10.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterAJ812279 alt JDE37141
Engine air filterT2R1882 alt T2R1881
Spark plugJDE38685 alt C2Z28434
BatteryT4A48375 alt T4A14084
Front wiper blades537123485 alt 537123483
ThermostatC2Z19929 alt AJ814048
Cabin air filterC2P2410

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length176 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height51.6 in
Wheelbase103.1 in
Curb weight3366 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined23 / 30 / 26 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the F-Type of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.50 sec — 2021 R Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021R Coupe 5.0L Supercharger V83.50 sec11.70 sec575 hpAWD
2022P450 Convertible 5.0L Supercharger V84.00 sec12.40 sec444 hpRWD
2018400 Sport Coupe 3.0L Supercharger V64.40 sec13.00 sec400 hpAWD
2018Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.10 sec296 hpRWD
2018Convertible 2.0L Turbo I-46.40 sec14.90 sec296 hpRWD
2024R75 Convertible 5.0L Supercharger V83.40 sec11.60 sec575 hpAWD
2017SVR Coupe 5.0L Supercharger V83.00 sec11.20 sec575 hpAWD
2017SVR Coupe 5.0L Supercharger V83.30 sec11.50 sec575 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.9 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine Coolant Capacity12.6 qt

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs97.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs106.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Cylinder Head InstructionsOnly use new bolts.
Cylinder Head InstructionsOnly use new bolts.
Cylinder Head InstructionsOnly use new bolts.
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13.3 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head BoltsUse new bolts only: 13.3 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugFront: 21.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 20.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain PlugFront: 21.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 20.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug44.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug44.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Spark Plug ManufacturerJaguar
Spark Plug Gap0.035-0.039 in
Spark Plug Torque16.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerJaguar
Spark Plug Gap0.039 in
Spark Plug Torque16.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.32 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF
Oil Capacity2.71 oz

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)65.0 Low pressure side. psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)65.0 Low pressure side. psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 22.0 ft-lbs; Front: 43.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 26.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.6
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.476; Rear: 1.319
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .003; Rear: .004

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
160.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 132.0 inch lbs.60 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 125°14 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 125°14 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
184.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 37.084 in
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 270°148 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 270°148 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-107 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-815 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1015 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 120°22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°33 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Upper and Lower Left7.4 ft. lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
1108.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 18.0108 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 16,000 mi; spark plugs every 96,000 mi; coolant at 160,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 160,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 16,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Universal Vehicle Operation (road test)
Every 32,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 48,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 64,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 96,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 144,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 160,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
235
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V667000Seat Belts:Front:RetractorReported 26/08/2021

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-Type, 2020-2021 F-Pace, and 2021 XF vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 235 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
H537 UPS0525-2 11AUG252025-08-11Electrical SystemElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) wiring harness junction box may become corroded…
TUCC_APR2025_182025-04-11Electrical SystemLeaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
SFCC_MAR2025_202025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake…
SFCC_MAR2025_182025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise…
SFCC_MAR2025_172025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2021 F-Type take?

6.9 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 F-Type have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the F-Type get?

EPA figures are 23 city / 30 highway / 26 combined mpg.