2021 Jaguar F-PACE

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace is priced at an MSRP of $49,995 and competes with the likes of Audi Q5 Premium 45 TFSI Quattro, BMW X3 xDrive30i, and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 300 4Matic. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace looks astonishing from the outside. Let’s see how the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace stands against the competition.

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace comes in a single trim option which is loaded with all the safety tech and other convenience features. Jaguar F-Pace is priced at an MSRP of $49.995, which is the highest against its competitors. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace gets more features as standard than the previous year model. There are slight changes in both the exterior and interior of the SUV, but there are no major changes.

The 2021 Jaguar gets a new 11.4-inch Pivi Touchscreen Infotainment System and an 11-speakers Meridian Audio system. It also gets heated front seats as standard in the 2021 model. The optional features and accessories remain the same as last year’s model. The additional packages also remain the same.

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We recommend buying the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace as it is loaded with all the basic safety tech and features as standard. You can go for Premium Interior Protection Pack which costs $510 and offers rubber mats, cargo mat, cargo carrier, and windshield sunshade. There are a ton of accessories available to customize the exterior and interior of the vehicle. The Jaguar F-Pace also has various accessories for the 19” alloy wheels to customize it to your taste.

The Jaguar F-Pace is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine that produces 246 horses worth of power and 269 lb-ft of torque. The power delivery is good enough to give you a delightful driving experience, whenever you put your foot down on the gas pedal. The engine sends power to all wheels with the help of 8-speed automatic transmission. The transmission does a good job and ensures to keep you in the right gear at all times. 

The gearbox feels a little jerky sometimes and is eager to downshift, but the performance never feels compromised. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace takes 6.9 seconds to complete the 60 mph sprint, and the quarter-mile run takes 15.4 seconds. The engine is good enough for your daily commute, and you can also have great fun while driving. 

The 2021 Audi Q5 Premium 45 TFSI Quattro produces the highest power in the comparison. It is also the fastest SUV in comparison to reaching 60 mph from a standstill in just 5.7 seconds. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace takes the highest time to reach 60 mph, and it also produces the least power in the competition. Still, the power and performance are good enough for a fun drive experience.

How well does the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace handle?

The Jaguar F-Pace is one of the best-handling SUVs in the segment. Jaguar is known for its driving dynamics and the 2021 F-Pace is no exception. The steering wheel feels very light at city speed and is very accurate to the inputs. When the F-Pace pickups the pace, the steering wheel gains decent heft and offers good feedback. The small dimensions also help the handling of the SUV. The car-like seating posture also goes in the favor of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. 

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace offers a perfect blend of ride and handling. The suspension is good enough to take care of all the road undulations without much struggle. Still, it is not too soft and is stable even at higher speeds. It feels agile and holds the driver very well at the corners. The body roll is also well contained and it is very easy to maneuver the Jaguar F-Pace even in heavy traffic.

How good is the braking performance of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace?

It is very crucial for an SUV that performs as well as the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace to have good braking capabilities. The Jaguar F-Pace doesn’t disappoint in that area too. It uses 12.8-inch rotors in both the front and rear wheels. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace is able to stop to a standstill from 60 mph in just 113 feet, which is quite acceptable for the segment. It weighs 4,015 lbs that are the usual weight of most of the SUVs in the segment. The brake feels very progressive and gives good confidence in case of a panic braking situation.

All the SUVs of the segment have somewhat similar braking performance and the margin is very small. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 300 4Matic takes the least distance at 110 feet to come to a halt from 60 miles per hour. The Audi on the other hand uses the biggest brake rotors in the competition, and performs slightly better than the Jaguar F-Pace, taking 112 feet to stop from 60 mph. 

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace is not the best option in the segment if you are looking for fuel economy. It delivers 22 mpg in the city, 27 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg of combined fuel economy. The fuel economy is respectable for the kind of performance that it offers. It is also worth considering that the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace comes with a massive fuel tank that can store 21.7 gallons of gas. It helps the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace achieve a good range in all driving conditions. 

The 2021 Audi Q5 Premium 45 TFSI Quattro and the 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i offer almost the same fuel economy, but the Audi goes ahead in range as it comes with a bigger 18.5 gallons fuel tank compared to 17.2 gallons fuel tank on the BMW. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 300 4Matic offers the worst fuel economy in the comparison, and also offers the least range. The Jaguar F-Pace has the best range, thanks to the biggest fuel tank.

The Jaguar F-Pace has gone through a few more additions to the interior from the previous year’s model when it comes to the features, but the cabin quality remains the same. It is not a bad thing at all, and the cabin feels very premium from the inside. The cabin looks simple and classy, and you get to feel the epitome of British engineering inside the cabin. The cabin doesn’t look busy at all, and the controls are very easy to reach and use. 

The space inside the cabin is also well taken care of, and you never have to worry about the space in any of the rows. The legroom and headroom both feel more than enough for most of the passengers. The front seats in specific are very comfortable and hold you well in the seat. You also get a panoramic sunroof which increases the ambiance of the SUV. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace also comes with a very large cargo area.

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace offers good space in the cabin compared to the other cars in the segment. It also offers the largest trunk space in the competition and the margin is very evident. The interior quality is not cheap in any of the SUVs in the comparison and all of the SUVs in the segment offer premium cabin quality. Here are some of the standout interior features of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace:

• Good cabin space in all the rows
• The best-in-class trunk space
• Heated front seats
• Luxetec upholstery
• 12-way power-adjustable front seats
• Dual-zone climate control

What’s there to keep you entertained in the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace?

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace comes with a new 11.4-inch Pivi touchscreen infotainment system. The music is taken care of by an 11-speaker Meridian audio system. The speaker sounds great, but manual controls are very limited with meridian audio systems. The user interface is now better on the 11.4-inch touchscreen and feels much more intuitive. The controls are easier and the graphics also feel better. 

The infotainment system features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, which was missing from the Jaguar Land Rover infotainments for a long time. Connectivity features also include Bluetooth connectivity. Infotainment features like SiriusXM satellite radio, remote app connectivity, and voice control. Here are some of the infotainment features of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace:

• 11.4-inch Pivi touchscreen infotainment system
• 11-speaker Meridian audio system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 
• SiriusXM satellite radio
• Remote app connectivity
• Voice control

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace is a handsome-looking SUV that looks unique from the outside. The design differentiates it well from the German rivals and the Land Rover family. The sleek LED headlamps and the classic Jaguar front grille give it a great from the front. The side looks very proportionate with 19" 5 split-spoke alloy wheels. The rear also looks very stylish with Jaguar badging at the back, and sleek LED taillamps. No matter from which angle you look at the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace, you will be greeted with a very sleek and stylish-looking SUV.

The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace looks more like a crossover from the outside than an SUV, but not in a bad way. It offers one of the largest wheelbases in the segment, which is similar to the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 300 4Matic. The Jaguar offers the best ground clearance in the comparison. Here are some of the standout exterior features of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace:

• Premium LED headlamps
• LED Daytime Running Lights
• 19” alloy wheels
• LED Taillamps
• Panoramic sunroof

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have not conducted the crash test of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace yet. Still, it is obvious that the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace offers all the standard advanced safety tech and features that are common in the industry. The build quality of the vehicles feels strong, but commenting on it without the crash test results will not be a good idea. You can visit the NHTSA or IIHS to learn more about the crash test when published. 

The standard safety features on the Jaguar F-Pace include forward collision warning, automated emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. The Jaguar also offers advanced driver assistance features like the blind-spot monitoring system, clear exit monitor, front and rear parking sensors, and a 3D surround camera. Here are some of the safety features of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace:

• Forward collision warning
• Automated emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Lane-keeping assist
• Adaptive cruise control
• Blind-spot monitoring system
• Front and rear parking sensors
• 3D surround camera

2021 Jaguar F-Pace vs. 2021 Audi Q5 Premium 45 TFSI Quattro

The 2021 Audi Q5 Premium 45 TFSI Quattro offers better performance and fuel economy than the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace. The Audi generates more power and is also faster in terms of acceleration. One area where the 2021 Audi Q5 Premium really excels is the value proposition, as it costs $6,000 less than the Jaguar F-Pace. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace is a better-handling SUV, and it also gives a sense of uniqueness as it sells less than the Audi.

2021 Jaguar F-Pace vs. 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i

The 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i delivers a better value than the Jaguar F-Pace. It offers better performance and power. The BMW X3 is also one of the best-handling SUVs in the segment. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace offers better cabin space and the boot space is also considerably higher. Still, it is worth considering that it costs $5,000 more than the BMW X3. 

2021 Jaguar F-Pace vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 300 4Matic 

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 300 4Matic becomes a better value than the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace for the same reason, that it costs $5,000 cheaper than the Jaguar. Still, it is better than the Jaguar in many ways. The cabin space is almost similar to the Jaguar F-Pace. The Jaguar F-Pace offers better trunk space and driving dynamics. The Mercedes-Benz offers a better value, but the decision depends on personal preferences.

The Jaguar F-Pace is a very good-looking SUV from the outside and feels premium from the inside. It has a powerful engine and offers a delightful driving experience. The ride and handling is spot on and is one of the best handling SUVs in the segment. The competition offers a better value, so if you are looking for a better value, then you should avoid it. The 2021 Jaguar F-Pace is a great option for those who are looking for a luxury small SUV that is unique. The desirability of Jaguar as a brand also goes in the favor of the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace.