Jaguar F-Pace
Previewed by the C-X17 concept from two years ago and with very little changed for production, the F-Pace looks something like a cross between Jaguar’s F-type coupe or XE sedan and a Range Rover Evoque, which is no bad thing. If there’s one skill at which Jaguar excels, it’s design, and this first-ever crossover is no exception. With its low, sleek roof and assertive lines, the F-Pace does genuinely look sporty without being polarizing or too extreme. The aesthetic dynamism is driven home by the F-Pace’s long, 113.1-inch wheelbase; optional 22-inch wheels; and LED lighting assemblies. For reference, the F-Pace is 3.7 inches longer, 1.5 inches wider, and 0.4 inch taller than an Audi Q5, and it rides on a wheelbase that’s 2.6 inches longer than that German ute.
V-6, V-6, Diesel
As we reported in May, the F-Pace gets its motivation from either a supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 or a 2.0-liter diesel four-cylinder. The former produces 340 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 332 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, while the diesel produces 180 horsepower at 4000 rpm and 317 lb-ft of torque from 1750 to 2500 rpm. Additionally, there will be an F-Pace S model, which will use the supercharged V-6 but in a 380-horse state of tune (torque and output peaks remain the same).
The aluminum V-6’s Roots-type supercharger is nestled in the 90-degree cylinder vee, which optimizes packaging. The engine is the same one currently seeing duty in the F-type and F-type S; Jaguar says it can scoot the basic F-Pace to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds and the S to 60 in 5.1.
In the case of the diesel—which is a member of Jag’s Ingenium engine family—the zero-to-60-mph sprint is said to take 8.2 seconds, but its ample torque should make it a willing partner around town and it ought to deliver significantly higher fuel economy. Both the four and the V-6 feature fully aluminum construction.
Luxury Trappings
Inside the cabin of the F-Pace, things are more or less as expected. It’s a modern luxury vehicle with seating for five, and it comes complete with all the typical gadgetry. Of note is the new InControl Touch 8.0-inch touch-screen infotainment system, which comes standard on all models. It handles entertainment and vehicle settings, as well as navigation duties. Opting for the InControl Touch Pro version bumps the screen size to 10.2 inches, at which point it acts like a fixed tablet and replaces many of the car’s manual controls. In addition to some cool navigation features—like dead reckoning when there’s no GPS signal—the system brings along an 825-watt sound system that features 17 speakers. Both of these infotainment systems are designed to work in conjunction with Jaguar’s InControl Apps for mobile devices. The final gadget worth mentioning is the new Activity Key, a waterproof, shockproof wristband that’s intended to allow you to leave your traditional fob in the car while doing whatever. Because active lifestyle.
The F-Pace will hit dealerships in early 2016. Pricing for the two gasoline models begins at $43,385 and $57,695; the diesel will be the price leader and start at $41,985 when it arrives later in 2016. In addition to the F-Pace and F-Pace S models, there will be Premium, Prestige, R-Sport, and First Edition trim levels available, the last of which will be limited to the first year and essentially is an F-Pace S with special aesthetic tweaks that include silver paint, 22-inch wheels, and an interior treatment influenced by the C-X17 concept.
With its emphasis on sportiness and panache, the F-Pace will do direct battle with the likes of the Porsche Macan, the BMW X4, and the Mercedes-Benz GLC, as well as the aforementioned Evoque and Q5. Traditional market stalwarts like the Lexus RX and the Acura MDX also come in at similar prices, although they offer a more mature take on the full-size SUV, targeting a different demographic.
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