Jaguar F-Pace (facelift 2020) |
2020 - SUV Power: from 163 to 550 Hp | Dimensions: 4762 x 1670 mm |
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Jaguar F-Pace |
2015 - 2020 SUV Power: from 163 to 550 Hp | Dimensions: 4746 x 2071 x 1670 mm |
Reviews on Jaguar F-Pace’s reliability are mixed, with some owners describing their F-Pace vehicles as one of their favorites ever owned and with others being deeply disappointed with build quality and constant issues. Something that everyone agrees on, however, is the pleasant and fun driving experience and great handling, that the model offers. Problems, on the other side, that have been pointed out are widely different, from cameras, start/stop system, turbo, and clutch failures to the car not being able to start at all. Complaints also include the manufacturer’s post sale service, with drivers saying that Jaguar has been nothing but unhelpful in this regard.
A plug-in hybrid version of the Jaguar F-Pace was made available with the introduction of the model’s upgrade in 2020 and is currently (as of 2022) the only plug-in hybrid option. It combines an electric motor with a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine and offers an all-electric range of up to 53 km (33 mi) – enough to cover an average daily drive. Charging the battery from 0 to 80 per using Fast Charging (32kW DC) and a domestic 7kW wall box takes 30 minutes and 1 hour 40 minutes, respectively.
Both design and systems’ elements are optimized in order to ensure better performance for the Jaguar F-Pace SVR, compared to the standard models. More power, bespoke suspension, lightweight 21 and 22-inch alloy wheels, uprated brakes, and aerodynamic enhancements, such as larger air intakes and side fender vents, unique wheel arch extensions, lower body mouldings, and rear bumper side strakes all differentiate the high-performance F-Pace from its regular version. Advanced technologies are also featured and refined to aid the SVR’s driving dynamics. A sportier feel is created inside the cabin, as well, by the use of slimline sports seats, sports steering wheel, and sport shift selector.
Among other upgrades, an improvement in the technology is naturally present in the 2020 facelifted Jaguar F-Pace, compared to its earlier pre-facelift version. While a wireless charger is unfortunately not included as standard, it is available as an option to be added to the vehicle’s features.
Recent Jaguar F-Pace vehicles are equipped with an Active Road Noise Cancellation technology, in order to ensure more pleasant drive and experience inside the vehicle’s cabin. It also aims to reduce fatigue, caused by prolonged exposure to the low-frequency noise, generated while driving. The technology monitors this low-frequency noise - the vibrations from the road surface, and calculates and produces the opposite phase sound wave to neutralize it, canceling the noise and creating a quieter interior.