Jaguar, part of JLR and also part of the larger Tata Motors’ family has revealed the I-Pace concept, an electric performance SUV. The I-Pace Concept previews Jaguar’s first-ever electric vehicle. The production version will be revealed in late 2017 and will hit the road in 2018. The car has a bold, cab-forward design that combines a supercar silhouette with sports car performance and five-seater SUV versatility.
With a predicted range of more than 500km on the NEDC cycle (more than 220 miles EPA), drivers with the average daily commute will only need to recharge the vehicle once a week. The car occupies less road space than conventional mid-size SUVs yet offers more room for passengers and luggage than models in the segment above. Its optimised aerodynamics deliver a low drag coefficient of just 0.29 and inspired new design features that embody the vehicle’s power and performance.
Lightweight slimline seats and a ‘Sports Command’ driving position provide a sports car-like sense of connection with the road. Electric motors at the front and rear axles generate a combined output of 400PS and 700Nm of instant torque, delivering sports car acceleration and the all-weather, all-surface benefits of all-wheel drive. The low centre of gravity combined with sophisticated double wishbone front and Integral Link rear suspension delivers Jaguar ride and handling with outstanding refinement. A blend of touchscreens, capacitive switches and tactile analogue controls helps drivers to manage in-car information more intuitively
“The I-Pace Concept is a radical departure for electric vehicles. It represents the next generation of battery electric vehicle design. It’s a dramatic, future-facing design – the product of authentic Jaguar DNA matched with beautiful, premium details and British craftsmanship.
“This isn’t just a concept. It is a preview of a five-seat production car that will be on the road in 2018. This will be Jaguar’s first-ever battery-powered electric vehicle and opens a new chapter in the history of our legendary brand,” said Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar.
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