Jaguar J-Pace Full-Size SUV Rumored
Jaguar is said to be developing another model to expand its crossover and SUV offerings.
According to a report from CAR, the new luxury SUV will be called the Jaguar J-Pace and will be close to Range Rover territory in the marketplace. Expect the Jaguar J-Pace to be based on the facelifted Range Rover’s aluminum platform with its proportions similar to the Range Rover Sport. Jaguar Land Rover will be working to make sure there’s a large enough gap between the two brands, with the Jaguar model focusing more on a sportier driving experience rather than the off-roading capability that Land Rover models have to offer.
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The Jaguar J-Pace will target the Audi Q8, BMW X7 and Mercedes GLS-Class models in the marketplace and is rumored to debut in 2019. Under the hood, the model will likely be powered by a V6 for the entry-level model while a more powerful V8 will be available as an option. Jaguar will also likely add a plug-in hybrid model as well as a high-performance SVR variant to the Jaguar J-Pace lineup further down the line.
The British automaker is also believed to be considering a compact crossover that will slot under the F-Pace, ultimately giving the brand three competitors in the segment.
[Source: CAR]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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