2018 Jaguar F-PACE

Though the refreshed F-Pace came last year under the moniker 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. This year, the new F-Pace comes with some notable changes. 2018 Jaguar F-Pace comes with a new turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine that is said to be the new addition to the lineup. The existing powertrain options comprise of the 4-cylinder diesel and supercharged V6 engine, which have been carried over.

The 2018 Jaguar F-Pace sits in the compact luxury SUV segment and offers seating capacity for five people. There are total six trim levels on the charts: Base, Premium, Prestige, R-Sport, S, and Portfolio. The engine designations used by Jaguar include 25t, 30t, 35t, and 20d.

The base trim starts at $42,065, and features include LED taillights, keyless ignition, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, power front seats, Jaguar’s InControl Touch infotainment system, an 8-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, and an 11-speaker Meridian sound system. The Premium trims start at $44,775, and comes with added features like a reversing camera, power-folding and auto-dimming side mirrors, and more package options.

The F-PACE Prestige trim starts at $49,125 and builds on the Premium trim’s equipment with keyless entry, leather upholstery, driver’s seat memory settings, a power-adjustable steering wheel, and voice controls. The R-Sport costs $54,175 and comes with 20-inch wheels, fog lights, and special R-Sport bumpers and styling elements.

The S trim begins at $59,775 and gets that extra 40 hp from the V6 as well as an adaptive suspension, an extra drive mode, and unique body styling. Finally, the new Portfolio trim has an MSRP of $63,200 and comes equipped with luxury features like a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot, 4-zone climate control, a head-up display, and a power tailgate.

Trims	F-Pace	Premium	Prestige	R-Sport	S
MSRP	$42,065	$44,775	$49,125	$54,175	$59,775
Features	18″ alloy wheels. 10×10 way front seats with 8×8 electric movement. Meridian 380W Sound System with 11 speakers. InControl Remote & Protect. Sliding Panoramic Roof. Power tailgate HD Radio.	Includes F-PACE key features, plus: 19″ alloy wheels. Driver seat and exterior mirrors memory. Rear View Camera. Garage door opener (Homelink). Auto-dimming and powerfold exterior mirror.	Grained Leather seats. Heated front seats and heated steering wheel. Xenon headlights with LED signature daytime running lights. Navigation with Jaguar InControl Apps Keyless entry. Front and Rear Parking Aids.	20″ Alloy Wheels. ‘R-Sport’ Body Kit including R-Sport front and rear bumpers, body-colored door claddings with satin black finishers. Full LED headlights, adaptive with Intelligent high beam and front fog lights. 18×18 Way Sport-style seats including 4-way front seats power lumbar and driver memory. Lane Keep Assist & Driver Condition Monitor4	3.0L 380hp Supercharged V6 engine. Adaptive Dynamics with Configurable Dynamic Mode4 and Adaptive Surface Response. ‘S’ Body Kit including sports front and rear S-style bumpers, body-colored S door claddings with satin chrome finishers and ‘S’ branding on metal sill finishers and multi-function steering wheel. 18×18 Way electric Sport-style seats including 4-way power lumbar with ‘S’ embossing and driver memory.

The 25t features a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine that churns out 247 hp along with a peak torque of 269 lb-ft. While the 30t version of this engine churns out a maximum power of 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. Meanwhile, the 35t gets a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine that propels 340 or 380 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. The 20d version gets a 2.0 turbocharged diesel engine that delivers 180hp and 318 lb-ft.

Engine and Transmission

Unlike previous year’s F-Pace, the new 2018 F-Pace comes with three engine choices. The base Jaguar F-Pace models are powered by an Ingenium 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0-lite turbocharged I4 powertrains propel 180hp and 314lb-ft while the other version delivers a maximum power of 247 hp and 269 lb-ft of peak torque. Meanwhile, the 3.0-liter supercharged V6 engine makes up to 340-380 hp and 332 lb-ft.

However, the engine choice varies according to the trim level, but every F-Pace is configured with an all-wheel-drive system and an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Model	Jaguar F-Pace	Audi Q5	BMW X3	Mercedes  GLC-300
MSRP	$ 42,065	$ 41,500	$ 42,450	$ 40,050
Engine	2.0 Liter Turbocharged Inline 4	2.0 Liter TFSI Inline 4	2.0 Liter BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline 4	2.0 Liter Turbo engine Inline 4
Fuel type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Power	247 hp @ 5500 rpm	252 hp @ 5000 rpm	248 hp @ 5200 rpm	241 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1,200 rpm	273 ft-lbs. @ 1600 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm	273 ft-lbs. @ 1300 rpm
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	7.3	7.1	7.0	7.3

Acceleration

The acceleration of Jaguar F-Pace is something that can never disappoint you. It is capable of taking a 0-60 MPH sprint in 6.4 seconds. The close competitors also reveal similar acceleration figures, only the Q5 makes a faster cut by 5.9 seconds.

Model	Jaguar F-Pace	Audi Q5	BMW X3	Mercedes GLC 300
0-60 MPH	6.4 sec	5.9 sec	6.0 sec	6.3 sec
Quarter mile	13.8 sec @ 99.6 mph	13.5 sec @ 94.6 mph	14.2 sec @ 98.5 mph	15.2 sec @ 89.6 mph
Engine	2.0l	2.0l	2.0l	2.0l

Braking and Handling

With the available engine options in the 2018 Jaguar F-Pace, the transmission is smooth and highly responsive. The AWD feels slow on tight corners but it depends on the road conditions. The F-Pace has a good build quality that determines the overall handling behavior. The larger 22-inch wheels can sometimes compromise with the handling part otherwise it is best for normal road conditions.

One thing I Would like to mention here is that the F-Pace is not an off-road vehicle. It has a great driving ability of city and highways. It is capable of towing up to 5,290 pounds.

Model	Jaguar F-Pace	Audi Q5	BMW X3	Mercedes GLC 300
Brake pads-front(in)	12.8	13.3	13.0	13.5
Brake pads Rear(in)	12.8	13.0	13.0	12.6
Curb weight(lbs)	3880	4045	4150	3891
60-0 MPH	121 ft	112 ft	114 ft	112 ft

The all-new 2018 Jaguar F-Pace delivers improved mileage figures in comparison to the outgoing model. The engine makes it to 22 mpg in city, 27 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg combined. Most of the rivals in this segment offer similar mileage figures. So, it is hard to choose a crossover on the fuel economy front. Well, we’ll look into the features they offer.

Model	Jaguar F-Pace	Audi Q5	BMW X3	Mercedes GLC 300
Mpg city	22	23	22	22
Mpg highway	27	27	29	28
Mpg combine	24	25	25	24

Jaguar has offered generous cabin space with the 2018 F-Pace. The F-Pace boasts of a well-designed interior with use of the premium material. The infotainment system in the center console is also very user-friendly. The surprising part is that there is the presence of some hard plastic and normal material with fewer buttons and stitches. Most of the other compact SUVs in this segment offer better cabin finish and upholstery when the prices are taken into consideration.

Interior Seating and Comfort

The Jaguar F-Pace offers a seat for five people. The car is big enough to accommodate all the occupants comfortably. There is plenty of headroom and legroom in both front and rear. However, the rivals offer more headroom.

Model	Jaguar F-Pace	Audi Q5	BMW X3	Mercedes GLC 300
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5
Passenger Volume(ft cube)	———	102	101.4	————–
Front (Head/Hip/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)	37.8/-/57.7/40.3	41.7/-/57.7/41.0	41.1/-/57.6/40.3	41.9/-/57.3/40.8
Second (Head/Hip/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)	37.5/-/55.8/37.2	39.3/-/56.5/37.8	39.1/-/56.0/36.4	38.5/-/56.5/37.3

Infotainment

The 8-inch touchscreen display in the front is user-friendly and paired with Jaguar’s InControl Touch system that supports touch and swipe gesture. The system is a bit slow in response and can be frustrating while driving. Additionally, there are a lot of additional physical button on the console. Behind the steering, you get a 12.3-inch virtual instrument display that perfectly replaces the physical gauges. The screen displays a navigation map and a custom gauge cluster.

Over connectivity, the 2018 F-Pace looks quite outdated with the 3G hot Spot, while other rivals offer 4G LTE hotspots these days.

Cargo Space

You will never find your F-Pace out of storage as it offers ample storage in the boot. It is capable of holding 33.5 cubic feet of stuff. By folding the rear seats with 40/20/40 split, you can make more room up to 63.5 cubic feet. Jaguar boasts of offering the largest cargo space than any other luxury compact SUV. The F-Pace also offers standard power liftgate, while the gesture-controlled liftgate is available on the top trims.

Model	Jaguar F-Pace	Audi Q5	BMW X3	Mercedes GLC 300
Volume (ft.cube)(w/Rear seats fold)	64.0	57.3	62.7	57.0
Loading Capacity(lbs.)	900	1344	910	-
Towing Capacity(lbs.)	5291	4400	3500	3500

The Jaguar F-Pace exterior looks well-crafted across all sides. The Jaguar design team has given such looks to the F-Pace that it can remain distinguished among the crowd. The crossover is long, wide and holds an athletic stance for a purpose.

Model	Jaguar F-Pace	Audi Q5	BMW X3	Mercedes GLC 300
curb weight(lbs)	3880	4,045	4150	3891
Length(in)	186.3	183.6	185.9	183.3
Width(in)(w/o mirror)	81.5	74.5	74.4	74.4
Height(in)	65.0	65.3	66.0	64.5
Ground clearance(in)	8.4	8.2	8.7	8.3
Wheelbase(in)	113.2	111.0	112.8	113.1
Track width(in) F/R	64.6/65.1	63.6/63.3	63.8/64.4	63.9/63.7

Design and Styling

The front fascia of 2018 Jaguar F-Pace gets a rounded-off grille followed by the “J-blade” headlamps. The headlamps are bright enough to be recognized in the extreme dark condition. The rear gets strait taillights that resemble like the Roadster and F-Type coupe.

The silhouette is flawless and the car wears an aggressive attire. The design lines beautifully flow through the body and door bottoms. The windows are narrowed toward the rear spoiler.

Overall, the design language adopted for the F-Pace speak of an athletic vehicle which also offers luxury comfort. The profile is sleek and well-placed, with a sloped roofline making it more classy and different than traditional cars in the segment.

The Jaguar F-Pace 2018 has not been tested against crash tests by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. So, the model remains untested. On the warranty part, the carmaker offers a five-year/60,000-mile warranty, including scheduled maintenance and roadside assistance with no extra charges.

The 2017 Jaguar F-Pace received 3.5/5 reliability rating from J.D. Power and Associates. This depicts that the model is reliable than the majority of other cars available in the segment.

Safety Features

2018 Jaguar F-Pace is fully loaded with an array of standard safety features such as airbags, traction and stability control. There’s also a long list of optional driver-assistance safety tech features which includes lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, and blind-spot warning.

Safety Features of the Jaguar

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Side Impact Beams

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Power Rear Child Safety Locks

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point and Pretensioners

Jaguar F-Pace vs Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 still looks young and powerful despite its age. The car also offers superior handling and has been observed subpar in the luxury SUV segment. The Q5 is still too good for replacement as it offers ample cargo space and powertrain options ranging from the hybrid to diesel to supercharged V-6.

However, the 2018 Jaguar F-Pace bests Audi A4 in offering luxury features. Unlike Audi Q5, 2018 F-Pace comes with a standard panoramic sunroof. The sound system assembled in F-Pace with far better than what Q5 offers. Jaguar F-Pace gets standard 11-speaker, 380-watt Meridian sound system, while the Q5 manages to offer a 10-speaker, 180 watt sound setup.

Jaguar F-Pace vs BMW X3

The 2018 Jaguar F-Pace is ahead of the BMW X3 in many areas. There’s no diesel powertrain option with the BMW X3, while the F-Pace comes with a turbo-diesel engine that delivers 318 lb-ft of torque.

The maximum performance offered by the BMW X3 is up to 355-hp, while the 3.0-liter V6 powertrain of 2018 F-Pace makes up to 380 hp.

Jaguar F-Pace vs Mercedes-Benz GLC300

The Mercedes-Benz GLC300 offers a stable and comfortable ride irrespective of terrain quality. The F-Pace excels in terms of the upmarket cabin and sporty stance.

The base price of F-Pace starts at $42,065, while the Mercedes-Benz GLC base costs $40,050. This means that the GLC is cheaper by $2,015. With such small price difference, the 2018 Jaguar F-Pace is a better option.

There are few compact SUVs in the luxury segment that holds a distinguished name among the competitors. With the latest offering, 2018 Jaguar F-Pace has once again emerged as a leading compact SUV. Right from the base trim, the Jaguar F-Pace gives a tough competition to all its rivals. The 2018 F-Pace indeed has a lot more attractive packages to offer.