Wednesday 26th August 2015

F-Pace 'to raise the standard' for SUV dynamics

On demand all-wheel drive, Integral Link and new Jaguar EPAS confirmed for the SUV

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Don't think it was exclusively the XE which received the full Jaguar pre-launch PR hype. As the first SUV from Jaguar, the F-Pace was never going to be launched modestly. There isn't any word of a musical yet though...

Paint options unconfirmed...

Anyway, the latest from Jaguar on its "performance crossover" is about the dynamic technology, the equipment that promises to make it "the most rewarding driver's car of its kind". Right now the Macan probably claims that accolade and for Jaguar to match that will be a notable achievement.

To that end, the F-Pace employs the new Integral Link rear suspension seen on the XE and XF, torque vectoring as used in the F-Type and the electric power steering that's being rolled out across the range. The all-wheel drive system is torque on demand, implying a similar system to that used in the F-Type AWD.

Like all Jaguars, the dynamics of the F-Pace will be signed off by Mike Cross and his 'Vehicle Integrity' team. He says: "We've tested ride and handling... in all environments and in all conditions, and the result is that the new F-Pace is as engaging and rewarding to drive as it is going to be enjoyable to own." We'll hold you to that Mike!

There's not long to find out either, with the production F-Pace being shown at Frankfurt in a couple of weeks and sales beginning in 2016. With new competition from Mercedes plus the familiar rivals from Porsche, BMW and Audi, the F-Pace won't have it easy. PH verdict as soon as we've driven a car!

 

[Jflowers123]

Only thing which is bugging me is, the XE (back similar to an A4) now the F-pace (back similar to an evoque) Not hating Jaguar, just never can get past those 2 things