The Jaguar F-Pace is a striking offering in the luxury SUV segment and the model has now received a thorough update to keep it fighting fit to take on rivals such as the BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC and Audi Q5, to name a few.
The F-Pace’s styling has been refined but the bigger changes are found inside.
Lots has changed! Starting with the styling, the F-Pace wears a newly sculpted bonnet with a wider power bulge and ‘diamond’ detailing is seen on the grille while the iconic Leaper is seen at the side fender vents. The F-Pace also gains new slim, Premium LED headlights with ‘Double-J’ daytime running lights while Pixel LED technology is optional. If you have a keen eye, you might notice that the air intakes in the front bumper have been revised. At the rear, the new slimline taillights feature the Jaguar’s double-chicane graphic along with a revised rear bumper and restyled tailgate.
Buyers can also opt for a Black Exterior Pack which adds a host of gloss black elements
Moving inside, the F-Pace benefits from an updated interior design including a new centre console with wireless charging, new door casings with 360-degree grab handles, new seat designs with wider cushions and additional massage functions. Air quality in the cabin can be optimised with the optional Cabin Air Ionisation and Cabin Air Purification Plus system.
Perhaps the biggest change is the presence of a new centrally-mounted 11.4-inch curved-glass HD Pivi Pro touchscreen finished in a magnesium alloy casing. The new screen is some 48% larger than the outgoing 10-inch unit and now features a simplified menu layout that provides access to up to 90% of common tasks in 2 taps or less. The system is compatible with Android Auto and Apple Carplay and up to 2 smartphones can be connected simultaneously. The driver now also has access to a 12.3-inch HD Interactive Driver Display which can be configured according to preference.
The new system includes Software-Over-The-Air (SOTA) capability, ensuring that software updates are conducted seamlessly without having to visit a dealership. Connectivity is made possible with embedded dual-sim technology with 2 LTE modems.
Other enhancements to the F-Pace include Active Road Noise Cancellation technology, second-generation Activity Key and Jaguar’s latest 3D Surround Camera technology.
In terms of driver assistance, the F-Pace now offers Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and a Clear Exit Monitor which alerts front and rear occupants to an approaching car or cyclist when opening a door to exit the vehicle.
A total of 5 powertrain choices are offered for the F-Pace in South Africa.
The F-Pace is available with a choice of 2 diesel engines and 3 petrol engines, all offered with intelligent all-wheel drive and 8-speed automatic transmission.
The diesel range starts with a new-generation 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine (D200) with either 147 kW and 430 Nm while a larger and more powerful 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder (D300) turbodiesel engine offers 221 kW and 700 Nm.
On the petrol front, buyers can opt for a 2.0-litre (P250) Ingenium engine with 184 kW and 365 Nm or the new P400 with a 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder turbopetrol engine with 294 kW and 550 Nm. The P400 boasts a mild-hybrid system with an electric supercharger, twin-scroll turbocharger and Continuously Variable Valve Lift which contributes to enhanced performance and efficiency.
Lastly, the F-Pace can be had as a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) featuring a 2.0-litre petrol engine and 105 kW electric motor to produce a combined output of 297 kW and 640 Nm. The F-Pace PHEV is equipped with a 17.1 kWh lithium-ion battery which allows for an all-electric range of 53 km. Using a 32 kW DC fast charger, zero to 80% charge can be achieved in 30 minutes while a 7kW domestic wall box will charge zero to 8-% in about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Prices include VAT but exclude CO2 tax.
F-PACE D200 – R1 122 500
F-PACE D300 – R1 233 200
F-PACE P250 – R1 214 500
F-PACE P400 – R1 239 400
F-PACE P400e -R1 610 100
F-PACE D200 R-Dynamic – R1 190 500
F-PACE D300 R-Dynamic – R1 301 000
F-PACE P250 R-Dynamic – R1 282 400
F-PACE P400 R-Dynamic – R1 307 300
F-PACE P400e R-Dynamic – R1 672 700
F-PACE D200 R-Dynamic Black – R1 176 600
F-PACE D300 R-Dynamic Black – R1 287 100
F-PACE P250 R-Dynamic Black – R1 268 500
The Jaguar F-Pace is sold with a 5-year/100 000 km warranty and maintenance plan.
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