I'm new to Jaguar. I've always been a 911 guy, but I'm thinking of going with a Jaguar F-Type S Coupe this time around. I just love the sound of the S!

I love the look of the optional Suedecloth Interior Pack. It reminds me of my 997 GT3 interior which was Alcantara and Leather.

Does anyone have this option in their F-Type? Do you like it? Is it easy to clean? Does it wear like Alcantara?

Sorry for all the questions, by Jag dealer doesn't seem to know very much about this option. He kept saying it's the same as Porsche's Alcantara, but I don't think that's correct.

 

I too was between this pack and the red leather package, since I went with an Salsa Red Exterior I ended up chosing the Sudecloth Package, will let you know once I get the car but from what I saw online it looks amazing. The sales associate says that not too many of the cars get fitted with it.

 

I've got the suede-cloth. Looks and feels fantastic, no complaints. Was worried that it wouldn't look "real" (since it is not actual suede), but it is perfect. It gives the interior a touch of that 'bespoke' feel, much like an Aston. Also definitely cooler to the touch on those hot summer days, as you probably already know. If you liked your Alcantara, you'll be pleased.

 

Since I tend to keep cars I really like a long time, I was concerned about the durability of the suede cloth, so I went with leather interior.

 

Yeah, I tend to keep my cars longer too.

That's what I'm worried about.

Does this fabric hold-up to wear like the standard leather?

 

Given the new-ness of the F-Type, I don't know how much insight anyone can give here. You might post that question on the XK forum, I think the suede-cloth option was available on the XK for a few years...