- Doors and Seats
5 doors, 5 seats
- Engine
2.0T, 4 cyl.
- Engine Power
184kW, 365Nm
- Fuel
Petrol (95) 7.5L/100KM
- Manufacturer
4WD
- Transmission
Auto
- Warranty
5 Yr, Unltd KMs
- Ancap Safety
5/5 star (2017)
2023 Jaguar F-Pace review: DCOTY 2023 – Best Medium Luxury SUV
Winner of the 2023 Drive Car of the Year Best Medium Luxury SUV
- Exterior styling is classy, cabin feels premium
- Spacious cabin, largest boot of the three
- Infotainment system is one of the best in its class
- Options add up quickly
- Can be thirsty
- Sloped roof line compromises rear visibility
The Jaguar F-Pace is the 2023 Drive Car of the Year Best Medium Luxury SUV.
The Jaguar F-Pace has taken the title, crowned the 2023 Drive Car of the Year Best Medium Luxury SUV for the second consecutive year. Refined luxury and an unmistakable performance heritage make the Jaguar F-Pace a true force for prestige buyers.
This SUV remains a standout in its class, thanks partly to its impressive ride quality and comfort, state-of-the-art technology and infotainment system.
Jaguar has refined the F-Pace line-up since it launched, with the option five trim levels and the available a choice of three petrol engines and one diesel engine. All now wear Jaguar’s R-Dynamic cosmetic enhancements. Things get underway around $82K (plus on-roads) for the R-Dynamic S P250 and top out with the brutally quick SVR at $150K plus on-road costs.
We tested the 2023 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic SE P250. The P250 describes the power level (in horsepower), R-Dynamic represents the styling, while the SE is the trim level.
In the way of standard features it gets 20-inch diamond-turned wheels with grey accents, a 13-speaker Meridian sound system, noise cancellation, heated front seats with memory function, premium cabin lighting, auto high beam, and animated (scrolling) indicators, to name a few.
The F-Pace looks the part – stylish, sophisticated, and unique on the outside, while the inside is classic and true to its pedigree.
Key details | 2023 Jaguar F-Pace |
Engine | 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol |
Power | 184kW |
Torque | 365Nm |
Drive type | All-wheel drive |
Transmission | Eight-speed automatic |
Power-to-weight ratio | 103.7kW/t |
Weight (tare) | 1774kg |
Tow rating | 2400kg braked 750kg unbraked |
Turning circle | 12.01m |
The cabin retains its understated elegance, boasting ample space and exceptional ergonomic design. The materials throughout are of a high quality with soft touches on the doors and dash, while the leather seats look luxe and feel comfortable.
In the way of storage, Jaguar has done a great job of making the most out of every inch of the cabin. The front row scores a large open storage compartment in the centre console, while the rear passengers are treated to plenty of head and leg room along with storage options. What's more, the boot has the largest capacity of the three.
The infotainment system is one of the best in its class – an 11.4-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen offering Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, DAB+ radio and active noise-cancelling technology. It’s an intuitive system with high-resolution graphics and icons and is easy to use on the move.
Behind the wheel, this F-Pace offers a premium driving experience with impressive body control, ample power and supreme comfort to boot.
This SUV shines on rougher road surfaces, never feeling flustered over bumps and providing a smooth and silent drive. One downfall on the road is rear visibility, which is compromised due to its sloping rear design.
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Overall, however, the Jaguar F-Pace is a perfect all-rounder – packed with features, stylish, luxurious and enjoyable to drive.
Note: These ratings have been pulled from the most recent Jaguar F-Pace review (read it here) and as part of Drive Car of the Year 2023 all finalists will be freshly reviewed in the near future.