VIP Design claims 650hp Jaguar F-Type upgrade outguns SVR
London-based tuner VIP Design offers a 650hp upgrade for the Jaguar F-Type R AWD Coupe, surpassing the factory SVR’s output with engine and suspension modifications.
VIP Design, a London tuning specialist, has launched a 650hp performance package for the Jaguar F-Type R AWD Coupe, positioning it as the most powerful F-Type available from any source in 2016. The company’s conversion lifts output well above the factory F-Type SVR, which produces 575hp from its supercharged V8.
The core of the package is a set of modifications to Jaguar’s 5.0-litre supercharged V8. VIP Design fits high-flow air filters and adjusts the supercharger’s boost pressure, then recalibrates the engine control software. These changes extract an additional 100hp over the standard F-Type R’s 550hp, and 75hp more than the SVR, according to the company’s figures.
Alongside the engine work, VIP Design lowers the suspension by 30mm using uprated springs, joints and rubbers. The company also fits a quad-exit exhaust system with selectable sound settings, and offers a wide range of alloy wheel designs, 23 in total, available in 28 colours. Cosmetic options extend to a carbon-fibre look for the rear diffuser, side skirts, mirror caps and bonnet vents, at extra cost.
How it compares to Jaguar’s own F-Type SVR
| Model | Power (hp) | Torque (Nm) | 0-62mph (sec) | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-Type R AWD Coupe (stock) | 550 | 680 | 4.1 | AWD |
| F-Type SVR | 575 | 700 | 3.7 | AWD |
| VIP Design F-Type R (upgrade) | 650 | n/a | n/a | AWD |
While Jaguar’s F-Type SVR is the fastest and most powerful model in the official range, VIP Design’s figures put its upgrade at the top of the F-Type power hierarchy. The company does not publish acceleration or torque data for the tuned car, but the claimed 650hp comfortably eclipses both the R and SVR. For reference, Jaguar’s own performance figures for the SVR include a 0-62mph time of 3.7 seconds.
Pricing and availability
The full VIP Design upgrade package is priced from £12,600, excluding the base car. Buyers can select from a range of cosmetic extras, with the total price rising depending on specification. The modifications are available to order through VIP Design’s London facility.
For those interested in the origins of the F-Type R, see Jose Mourinho Becomes First UK Owner of Jaguar F-Type Coupe R.
