A comparison of old and new Jaguar F-Pace models

The F-Pace, as a trailblazer in the Jaguar SUV field, is a milestone in its existence. However, as time goes by, it has now reached the point of renewal. Jaguar has officially unveiled its midterm redesigned Jaguar F-Pace, which gets an all-around upgrade from the inside out. It's more digital than the old model, but at the same time, it's losing its Jaguar flavor.

The new Jaguar F-Pace has a lower starting price than the previous model, and eliminates the 300-Sport Sport with a high-powered 2.0T engine and the 3.0T supercharged 3.0SC S performance version. In addition, the 340PS R-Dynamic SE model with mechanical + turbo dual supercharging was added, so the price of the all-series top-equipped model was also reduced. The model compared this time is the popular medium version. From the point of view of price, there is not much difference between the two.

Appearance: The details are clearer

Since it is a mid-stage model, the overall outline of the Jaguar F-Pace doesn't change much. The engine hatch with obvious muscle lines and the front grille with rounded corners are very recognizable. Among them, the interior of the front grille has been changed from black mesh structure to chromium-plated matrix style, while the LED daytime running lights with double "L" shape inside the headlights are in line with the latest family design characteristics of Jaguar brand. The left and right air intake DAMS are also decorated with matte silver elements for a more structured visual effect. Overall, the new Jaguar F-Pace has a more refined front, but less "wild".

In terms of exterior features, the new Jaguar F-Pace adds functions such as remote start and automatic anti-glare in the external rearview mirror, but cancels the front LED fog lights and headlight cleaning device. In general, the performance of new cars pays more attention to the sense of science and technology, such as remote start and automatic anti-glare outside the rearview mirror, which can let the driver feel that science and technology change life.

The wheelbase of the new and old models is the same, both of which are 2874mm. However, the size of the new car has been improved, with the length reaching 4747mm and the width breaking through 2 meters, reaching 2071mm. In addition, although the old and new models are equipped with double five-spoke black aluminum alloy rims, but the size of the new car rims has been upgraded to 20 inches, while the old model is 19 inches, while the rim shape has also changed, the new car fashion sense is stronger.

The tail design is the same as the front, the overall design of the new and old models is not very different, still full and compact, only the details have been adjusted. For example, taillight modeling is integrated into more edges and corners of the elements, the contour of the rounded sensibility, but in the internal light contour processing, still retained the hyperbolic style, very clever. In addition, the rear envelopment is integrated with silver anti-rub trim panels to create a good visual impact through color contrast, but unfortunately, the old model's two-sided exposed exhaust was changed to a hidden layout, which weakened the sense of performance.

Interior: More modern, but no longer "Jaguar"

In terms of interior, the new and old models look very different, but a careful comparison is not difficult to find that there is no essential difference between the two in terms of layout or function arrangement. The main difference is the design style of the center console, and the new model clearly looks more technological. But while the sleek "T" center console on the older model looks unsophisticated, it's so typical of the Jaguar brand that it's hard to argue that the new F-Pace's interior looks more like Land Rover.

The steering wheel is still three-spoke and round, but the multifunction button area has been redesigned to incorporate touch buttons and chrome trim, giving it a more opulent look than the older model. But the Jaguar steering wheel's signature width at the top and width at the bottom are missing, and even the steering wheel's leather cover is identical to that of Land Rover's.

Multimedia screen is changed from Mosaic to floating, with the new multimedia system's flat UI, the visual effect is more simple and intuitive. The main screen remains the same as the previous three-column shortcut screen, but the shortcut buttons have been moved from the bottom of the screen to the sides. In addition, the number of speakers on both new and existing models has increased from 11 to 13, although both are equipped with the Meridian British Treasure sound system.

On old models are recognizable handshake ritual type shift knob, on a new model is replaced with traditional style of electronic gear lever is probably because more and more brand new car USES the shift knob, lead to jaguar feel lack of novelty, or simply want to change a new style, but as an institution adopts this kind of shift ", "the ancestors of the jaguar, Personally, I think we should stick to some traditional things, especially representative designs.

Configuration, the new car in the comfort and convenience of the improvement is more obvious, such as the steering wheel can not only electric up and down + before and after adjustment, but also support memory function. At the same time, the front seats also add 4-way waist adjustment, leg adjustment and memory, which are not fully available even in the optional parts of the older models. Unfortunately, the new car has removed two USB ports in the back seat, which can be optional if you really need them.

Power: Same 2.0T engine

In terms of power system, both the old and new Jaguar F-Pace models involved in the comparison are equipped with 2.0T turbocharged engine, maximum power 184KW and peak torque 365N·m. The matching transmission system is an 8-hand self-integrated gearbox, and a full-time all-wheel drive system equipped with multi-disc clutches. A notable difference between the old and new models is the addition of a new off-road driving mode.

Space: Ride comfort performance is similar

In terms of interior space, because the new car is a mid-term change, the wheelbase of both has no change, and the size of the body is not much different, so the interior space of both performance is similar, both have a good front/rear seat space margin.

In terms of storage space, the overall number of new and old models is not very different, but the practicality of the new car is obviously slightly better. First of all, the front storage tank space is larger, and there is no 12V power interface, more aspects to take goods. At the same time, there is also a mobile phone slot in the middle of the front cup holder, and a storage slot for small items is also provided on the left side, which is very user-friendly. It is a pity that the small front door storage tank is further reduced in the new car, and it can only hold two regular beverage bottles.

The trunk of the new and old models is similar, the interior is more orderly, there is no rear wheel arch encroachment phenomenon, high space utilization rate. At the same time, the back seat of the new and old models support proportional recline, and the recline can maintain full level with the back seat platform, expanding the ability to perform well.

Security: complete configuration

In terms of safety configuration, the performance of the new and old models is not much different, both of which provide quite complete active/passive safety configuration. On this basis, new models add parallel auxiliary, 360° panoramic image and car side warning system, more comprehensive protection.

The Conclusion

The new Jaguar F-Pace looks unimpressive, but the closer you see it waving goodbye to the past. The angular sense of prominent appearance details, for its injection of a more delicate visual effect. The new style of interior, both overall layout and functional design, all highlight a more digital side. The disadvantages of concessions to trend, however, is bound to lose some inherent insist, on the new jaguar F - the PACE, can see a lot of "land rover" design elements, details of which marks the jaguar signs seem to be slowly in degradation, it may be time, happy for ordinary consumers, but for jaguar, seems to be the road that lies ahead, It's still not clear.