Refreshed Jaguar E-Pace breaks cover with notable changes

Jaguar has unveiled its facelifted E-Pace SUV that boasts notable changes to the exterior as well as the interior.

According to Jaguar, the refreshed E-Pace is more assertive, connected, refined and efficient than the outgoing model.

Starting with the interior, the new Jaguar E-Pace comes with the latest Pivi Pro infotainment system that is accessed via a 11.4-linch curved-glass HD touchscreen.

There is a new Drive Selector as well as a 15W wireless device charger. Driver touchpoints around the cluster are now wrapped in soft-touch materials whilst the knee side contact area has been sculpted to provide improved luxury and comfort.

Focus on materials extends to the metallic speaker accents and metallic vent finishes which, along with elements such as the metallic rotary dials.

There is a new steering wheel that was borrowed from the fully-electric I-Pace.

Heightened attention to detail is provided by an embossed Jaguar Leaper on the headrests while ‘Est.1935 Jaguar Coventry’ upholstery tags reference the history and heritage of the brand.

Additional beautiful details include Jaguar animal print pattern in the central cubby area and in front of the drive selector.

There are illuminated Jaguar treadplates, Meridian Audio, Ebony Suedecloth headlining and R-Dynamic Taurus Sports seats in Ebony, Cloud or Deep Garnet all help to set the 300 SPORT apart.

Changes on the outside include a reworked lower aperture incorporating a distinctive blade element.

There is a new grille mesh design with diamond detailing that features Noble Chrome finish, while new side fender vents feature the iconic Leaper emblem.

There are new all-LED headlights that feature ‘Double J’ Daytime Running Light signatures, which are available with optional Pixel LED technology.

Adaptive Driving Beam capability evaluates the road ahead and automatically adapts the high beam pattern by selecting different LED segments to mask oncoming traffic or traffic signs, to optimise visibility and reduce glare without distracting other drivers.

Advanced LED technology is fitted to S models, while Premium LED headlights with Auto High Beam Assist feature on SE and HSE vehicles.

Rear Animated Directional Indicators are standard on S, SE and HSE models with front Animated Directional Indicators fitted to SE and HSE derivatives.

At the rear, the lower bumper features a new mesh insert which sits between the integrated tailpipes that are standard with four-cylinder petrol engines.

All other engine derivatives gain new slim horizontal blade finishers. The all-LED rear lights are inspired by the all-electric I-Pace and feature Jaguar’s chicane graphic.

Available in all exterior colours, it features 20-inch five-spoke Diamond-turned with Black accent wheels, Black Exterior Pack and a powered tailgate.

Power comes from 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. Petrol engines consist of a P200 with 147 kW, P250 with 184 kW and P300 with 221 kW.

Oil-burners come courtesy of a P160 with 120 kW and 380 Nm. A D200 variant comes with 147 kW and 430 Nm.

A P300e spawns a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor mounted on the rear axle. The total power output is 227 kW and 540 Nm.

According to Jaguar, the P300e can travel up to 55 km on battery power alone while completing the 0-100m/h task in 6.5 seconds. The entire range comes with a nine-speed automatic transmission while the P300e spawns an eight-speed transmission.

Customers can choose from S, SE and HSE trim levels in R-Dynamic specification. Optional on all models is the Black Exterior Pack. Also available is the new 300 SPORT specification.

The new Jaguar E-PACE will be available in South Africa in the first half of next year with pricing to be made available closer to the time.

Source: Jaguar