2024 Jaguar E-Pace Review, Pricing, and Specs

The E-Pace is offered exclusively in the R-Dynamic SE trim level, and there’s little else to choose from besides exterior colors and a handful of options. Standard equipment includes a leather-wrapped steering wheel with satin chrome shift paddles, heated front seats with 12-way power adjustments, a Meridian stereo system, and a host of driver-assist features such as emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and blind spot assist.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

As with most crossovers in this class, the E-Pace is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder. Its engine generates 246 horsepower, is mated to a nine-speed automatic, and offers all-wheel drive as standard. During our last stint in the E-Pace, we chastised its transmission for being indecisive at lower speeds but ultimately found that the powertrain’s refined manner kept the cabin serene. The E-Pace that we tested back in 2018 weighed in at a heavier curb weight than some rivals with turbo-four engines, a demerit that still holds true today. Nonetheless, the E-Pace proved especially comfortable, with soft damping that absorbed road imperfections well and did a good job isolated passengers from nasty jolts. While its 20-inch wheels thudded over choppy roads, the ride quality otherwise upheld the company’s luxury mission. Its well-controlled body motions made it feel downright playful during a comparison test against the BMW X2 and the Volvo XC40. The Jag finished last in this test, but it was named the most fun to drive.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The E-Pace isn’t the thriftiest subcompact luxury crossover, with lower fuel economy estimates than many of its all-wheel-drive rivals. The E-Pace earned EPA ratings of 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway, though we’ve yet to take it out on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen. For more information about the E-Pace’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The E-Pace’s interior surrounds the driver with a sloping dashboard design that puts all controls easily within reach. Quality materials line the cabin and include convincing faux-leather upholstery and metal accents. All models come with heated front seats with 12-way power adjustability, a heated steering wheel, a wireless smartphone charging pad, and a fixed panoramic glass roof. Unfortunately, the back seat is snug for adults of above-average frame. Behind the E-Pace’s rear seats lies a cargo bay big enough to fit six carry-on suitcases.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The E-Pace’s infotainment system is channeled through a curved 11.4-inch touchscreen mounted in the middle of the dashboard. All E-Paces come with Jaguar-Land Rover’s latest Pivi Pro infotainment interface, which includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, built-in navigation, and accepts over-the-air updates. Along with abundant USB ports and 12-volt outlets, the E-Pace also offers a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a Meridian stereo system.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The E-Pace offers loads of driver-assistance technology–such as traffic sign recognition with adaptive speed limiter, front and rear park assist, and rear cross-traffic monitoring–most of which is standard equipment. For more information about the E-Pace’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Standard automated emergency braking and blind spot monitoring
• Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
• Standard adaptive cruise control

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Jaguar provides exemplary limited and powertrain warranty coverage that is highlighted by lengthy complimentary scheduled maintenance.

• Limited warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
• Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
• Complimentary maintenance is covered for five years or 60,000 miles

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