Alfa Romeo 4C vs. Jaguar F-TYPE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Alfa Romeo 4C and Jaguar F-TYPE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Alfa Romeo 4C and the Jaguar F-TYPE.
When we compare the Alfa Romeo 4C's and the Jaguar F-TYPE's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo 4C has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Jaguar F-TYPE has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo 4C's and the Jaguar F-TYPE's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo 4C is a better car than the Jaguar F-TYPE.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Alfa Romeo 4C loses 45.3 percent of its value and the Jaguar F-TYPE loses 47.5 percent of its value. This means the Alfa Romeo 4C retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jaguar F-TYPE.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Alfa Romeo 4C is 7.6 out of 10 while the Jaguar F-TYPE's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Alfa Romeo 4C being ranked 11 out of 27 Best Luxury Convertibles and the Jaguar F-TYPE being ranked 15 out of 27. Out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars, the Alfa Romeo 4C is ranked 19 and the Jaguar F-TYPE is ranked 23.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Alfa Romeo 4C is 7.6 out of 10. For the Jaguar F-TYPE the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Alfa Romeo 4C a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jaguar F-TYPE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo 4C’s base engine makes 237 horsepower, and the Jaguar F-TYPE base engine makes 296 horsepower. The 4C is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 357 miles. The F-TYPE is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles.This gives the Alfa Romeo 4C the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Jaguar F-TYPE the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$67,150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$94,049
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$41,350 - $500,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$64,700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$94,049
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$41,350 - $500,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$80,113
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$32,174 - $182,277
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$47,508
Price Range:
$37,094 - $67,640
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$80,113
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$32,174 - $182,277
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
16
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
23,547
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Alfa Romeo 4C Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Jaguar F-TYPE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Alfa Romeo 4C
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
8.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
4.7 - 13.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jaguar F-TYPE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
8.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
4.7 - 13.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.9 - 22.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.9 - 22.8
Alfa Romeo 4C Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 41Ranking
13 out of / 41Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 41Ranking
19 out of / 41Ranking
24 out of / 27Ranking
28 out of / 41Ranking
39 out of / 41Jaguar F-TYPE Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 41Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 41Ranking
16 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 27Ranking
19 out of / 41Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 41Ranking
26 out of / 41Ranking
33 out of / 41Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo 4C Trim Levels
Spider, Spider 33 Stradale Tributo, Spider Italia
Jaguar F-TYPE Trim Levels
Checkered Flag Limited Edition, P300, P340, R, R-Dynamic, SVR
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
237 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 357 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
3.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
7.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2487 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
46.7 inches
Length:
157 inches
Wheelbase:
93.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3405 lbs
Width:
80.4 inches
Height:
51.5 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
103.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Basalt Grey Metallic
Red
Alfa Rosso / Rosso Competizione Tri-Coat
White
White
Blue
Not available
Gold
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Borealis Black Metallic / Ligurian Black Metallic / Mescalito Black Metallic / Narvik Black / Santorini Black Metallic
Gray
Bosphorus Grey Metallic / Carpathian Grey Metallic / Eiger Grey Metallic / Flux Metallic / Scafell Grey Metallic / Windward Grey Metallic
Red
Caldera Red / Desire Metallic / Spectral Racing Red Chromaflair
White
Fuji White / Meribel White Pearlescent / Valloire White Pearlescent / Yulong White Metallic
Blue
Balmoral Blue Metallic / Portofino Blue Metallic / Ultra Blue Metallic / Velocity Blue Metallic
Gold
Rio Gold Metallic
Green
British Racing Green Metallic
Orange
Madagascar Orange Metallic
Silver
Ethereal Metallic / Indus Silver Metallic / Silicon Silver Metallic / Verbier Silver
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Yellow
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony / Ebony with Ivory Stitching / Ebony with Pimento Stitching / Ebony with Sienna Tan Stitching
Brown
Brogue with Ivory Stitching / Sienna Tan with Cirrus Stitching
Gray
Cirrus
Red
Pimento with Ebony Stitching
White
Ivory with Ebony Stitching
