Jaguar I-Pace: English Luxury Comes To Electric

One of the big launches of recent years in the electric vehicle sector is the Jaguar I-Pace. The English manufacturers widen their front beginning to compete with the famous Tesla, and even seek to surpass them.

This new Jaguar project will hit the market in 2018 and seeks to be the ultimate crossover model. Its high-tech incorporations can make it the most advanced vehicle of the moment, leaving all its competitors behind.

The Jaguar I-Pace breaks with the traditional formula

Jaguar has wanted to abandon all the conventions, creating its I-Pace from a completely new design. The fruit of their work is a vehicle with the look of a supercar, the performance of a good sports car, the space of an SUV and the platform of an electric vehicle.

All these achievements are especially notable considering that the incorporation of batteries in electric cars largely determines their design.

To stand up to the famous Tesla, the I-Pace must have an infallible formula. Jaguar engineers have achieved a quality electrical system with good autonomy.

The I-Pace will incorporate a system of electric motors coupled to both axles, allowing the vehicle to move with all-wheel drive. Consequently, the maximum power reached reaches 400 hp, achieving an acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 4 seconds.

Regarding its autonomy, the 90 kWh batteries will allow travelers to travel up to 500 km. With all these preliminary features, the I-Pace seems to rank high on the list of electric vehicles on the market.

During this 2017, the Concept version of the Jaguar I-Pace was presented as a prototype, with few differences with respect to the standard version.

A design based on high technology

The interior appearance of the I-Pace stands out for its futuristic and minimalist character. The interface will rise of models such as Tesla Model X or Tesla Model S.

The Jaguar I-Pace will feature a 12-inch digital front panel and two touchscreens on the dash. One of them will be 12 inches and the auxiliary one, 5.5 inches.

The dimensions of the vehicle are 4.68 meters long and 1.89 meters high, being more compact than the F-Pace. Still, the I-Pace is not short on space, offering a 530-liter trunk and enough space for 5 passengers. All this, despite the fact that it is necessary to have electric motors, batteries and electricity transformation systems.

Exterior design

The exterior appearance follows the futuristic line of the interior. The tapered shapes of the bonnet and front add an aggressive look, which is also the case with the skirts.

On the other hand, the rear is more square in shape, with a small, sloping rear glass that ends in a wide rear surface. This adds robustness and strength to the exterior appearance of the vehicle, to which the large wheels contribute.

In this way, the I-Pace curiously fuses the sporty look of the latest generation with that of an SUV.

The headlights add to the futuristic and aggressive look, being narrow and sharp. In addition, the entire perimeter of the vehicle is traversed by a bluish line at the height of the center of the wheels. A striking detail that provides a curious distinction.

Finally, on the rear sides of the vehicle, just above the headlights, the vehicle has a design contribution to improve aerodynamics. This detail is slightly reminiscent of the shapes of the BMW i8 on its headlights.

All the details of the interior

For starters, the sunroof adds a sense of space to the cabin. The steering wheel shows the brand’s logo in metallic color and includes a multitude of controls for driving and infotainment.

Behind him, the driver has a screen that shows all the data on driving, speed and vehicle status. The shape of the pedals is also slightly striking, in black and with metal edges.

On the other hand, the seats give a lot to talk about, with a sporty design that envelops travelers. The fifth seat is smaller and less than the others, but it does not fall short of space or detract from the comfort of the others. In addition, in the lumbar and thigh areas they have a special relief to prevent slipping.

The control console is slightly inclined, for better accessibility from the front seats. In addition, it includes, among others, air conditioning controls.

In conclusion, the Jaguar I-Pace is thus shown as a total vehicle, with features that cover all kinds of needs. From its mechanics to its finish, passing through its spacious cabin, they are samples of a very careful design.