The new Jaguar F-TYPE Cabriolet - The design

As with its predecessor, Jaguar again opted for a high-quality fabric top for the F-TYPE. Compared to a folding steel roof, it offers weight and space advantages and helps to keep the center of gravity low The soft-top can be opened fully automatically up to a speed of almost 50 km / h in twelve seconds and also closed again just as quickly. Meanwhile, there was a clear separation between the driver and passenger compartment in the cockpit - visually illustrated by a handle on the edge The message: Everything is focused on the driver and his interaction with the electronic and mechanical components, which together create a unique driving experience. Chief engineer Mike Cross, Jaguar's most qualified chassis specialist, saw this at the time. His commitment: "I've never had so much fun developing a new car before!"