# Modernized Luxe Convertibles The Jaguar F-Type Coupe Rivals the Porsche Cayman and 911 By Meghan Young | Published 2014-10-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-ftype-coupe References: [topgear](http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/the-jaguar-f-type-coupe-is-here-2013-11-20) & [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/lifestyle/jaguars-new-f-type-coup-makes-a-triumphant-debut/7023) The [Jaguar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-etype) brand has become notorious for its gorgeous vintage vehicles which is has only recently decided to move away from with such designs as the Jaguar F-Type Coupe. Sleek and contemporary for the modern driver, it is set to rival [Porsche](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/964-cabriolet) Cayman and 911 as the "most dynamically capable, performance focused" road car in its history. Utterly exciting for more than car enthusiasts, the Jaguar F-Type Coupe boasts the 542bhp V8R, which will get from 0-60mph in four seconds dead and do 186mph flat-out. Just slightly more expensive than the Porsche [911 Carrera S](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-porsche-911-carrera-s-mt) and significantly less than the almost identical Aston Martin V12 Vantage S, the Jaguar F-Type Coupe is a gorgeous ride that offers people bang for their buck. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Modernized Luxe Convertibles:** Luxury car brands such as Jaguar are providing contemporary designs and performance to compete with classic vehicles. - **Performance Focused Road Cars:** The Jaguar F-Type Coupe and similar vehicles are capitalizing on performance and speed to appeal to driving enthusiasts. - **Affordable High-end Vehicles:** The Jaguar F-Type Coupe offers competitive pricing compared to similar luxury car models. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Car Industry:** Luxury car brands such as Jaguar are innovating with modern designs to compete with classic vehicle models. - **Performance Car Industry:** Performance-focused car brands are innovating with new features and technologies to appeal to driving enthusiasts. - **Affordable Luxury Car Industry:** Automotive manufacturers are innovating in the premium car category to offer more affordable high-end vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Reimagined Luxury Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/964-cabriolet.md) - [All-Electric Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-sports-car.md) - [Riproaring Convertible Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-convertible-supercar.md) - [Bespoke Modern Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-etype.md) - [Restored All-Aluminum Jaguars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-xk.md) - [Juxtaposing Powerful Sportscars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supersport.md) - [Future-Facing EV Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-type-00.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-australia.md)