Used 2017 Jaguar F-PACE Consumer Reviews

Good Looking, Fun to Drive, Good Reliability

I had to order the F-Pace R-Sport from the factory in England because I couldn't find the options that I was looking for at the dealerships around my area. This R-Sport 2.0d has good looks, great torque, fun to drive and awesome gas mileage - 37 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway. There were some initial issues with reliability that was related to check-engine-light and the A/C. These were fixed at the dealership. I have owned this vehicle for over 2 years now and I am very pleased with it. All the initial problems I had after owning the vehicle seem to have disappeared. I now have 12,000 miles and the vehicle is running very well and I am very happy with it. I will recommend this F-Pace R-Sport as a buy.

Sports Car in Jaguar Cat's Clothing...

I was pretty excited at the opportunity to borrow the new F-Pace and managed to log nearly 700 miles in varying road conditions while in my possession for the week. The first thought that came to mind as I initially stepped on the throttle was "Wow, this is a sports car in Jaguar SUV form!". The frame/body feels extremely rigid and solid, the grip of the wheels is beyond confidence inspiring and feels firmly planted w/no signs of slip even when making very quick tight turns on damp roads, and the same F-Type engine aggressively launches this performance SUV especially in Dynamic Mode. Gas mileage is excellent for this amount of power in an SUV (23+ mpg in mixed driving). The new generation infotainment system is thankfully much improved, quick, and easy to use and there's tons of room for passengers and cargo alike. Now the minor gripes I can point to, and there are a few, include the rotary gear shift dial is very imprecise and just a poor overall design for shifting to exact gears as it's easy to rotate and overshoot to an unintended gear (R or P). The window controls on the door are oddly and annoyingly switched w/the seat memory controls? The gas tank is small and should ideally hold at least 2 more gallons for long road trips. There's some bit of hard plastic in the Premium model. The most annoying and awkward thing, and I'm not a big person, for some reason no matter how I adjusted the seat or entry, I always had to crane my neck to avoid hitting the top of the roof when entering the vehicle? The following is subjective but overall I generally like the exterior/interior design and finish of my Audi Q5 2.0 T more. Though the Q5 feels more like a quiet luxury SUV, performance-wise the F-Pace makes my Q5 seem like a 'grandpa mobile'! If you consider the minor gripes trivial and you really enjoy performance in your vehicles, Jaguar has successfully produced an SUV to more than compete w/other high performance SUVs along w/the added excitement, style, and drama of a Jaguar!

20 D -180 hp much better than you think

we are from Montreal Canada and bought our 20D -R Sport about 3 weeks ago and made our usual drive from Montreal to Phoenix Arizona to stay the winter home. Having to order this SUV without driving the 20D was a bit scary after test driving the 35T--I thought the 180 HP would be underpowered --noisy and lack acceleration especially uphill. Wow--was I ever surprised with my very first diesel. The torque really does all the work effortlessly. It's plenty fast enough. Driving at speeds of 75-82 mpg---with 600 lbs of luggage in the back for 10-14 hours a day--we were getting 35-41mpg--pretty awesome. One time passing a car at 75 mpg the excelartion was so good that in a matter of seconds I was at 96mpg. Coming from Montreal where gas prices are between $4-5/ Gallon--the gas mileage was a factor in buying this car. I have been a Lexus RX and NX SUV owner for 17 years and needed a change-they were getting a little boring and their Navigation is so bad I carried a Garmin at all times--it would take me either the wrong way or out of my way many times--The Jag Navigation system was awesome and even told you to prepare to exit to the right or left --in 2 miles--giving you plenty of time to get in the proper lane--never missed an exit or panicked to get over quickly to exit. The Seats are so comfortable I would say they are equal to the Lexus RX and superior to the smaller NX--NEVER got a sore back or butt even after being in the car for 14 hours. The 14 ways adjustable seats are worth the option. The car handles flawlessly and you feel like you are driving the car with all 4 PAWS on the road--not driving a car that is on top of 4 wheels. I have seen and read almost every review on this car and the few little complaints that came up are non-issues--the window controls are up on top---not an issue--how often do you roll down your windows?? And it would spoil the design of the inside doors--then they would look like every other car.--The Standard Navigation is great and easy to use--no need to upgrade there. Plus my wife can use it and look for things while we drive where Lexus and many others block you out--(again the need for a Garmin in my Lexus so you don't have to stop) Base stereo at 380 watts is awesome--you don't need 825 watts. Some said the interior plastics looked cheap--I did not see any difference from Jag and the Lexus that would matter--if so--you cant see them anyway-Haven't tried the voice command yet--but I gave up trying with all my Lexus SUV'S --I have 5 of them over the years and none worked. The driving position is fantastic--you can see the front and sides of the car--this is the only SUV my wife can drive where she can actually see the front and sides--other SUV's--all she saw was glass out the front which makes it more difficult to judge distances when turning or parking.The 20D is very quiet and after driving Lexus for 17 years with quiet and comfort--you do want that in a Luxury car--so I prefer the 20d over the 35T--which is pretty noisy due to its extra power and exhaust system--it does sound sporty and is faster--but if you drive like that you will pay at the pumps and probably get a few extra tickets as well--we don't drive cars like that in the real world anyway---if you do--try the 20D is Dynamic Sports mode--it gives you plenty of pick up and a sporty drive. I do hope this car is as reliable as Lexus was to me--in 17 years and 5 different SUV's with Lexus--I went to the dealer only Once--for a rattle in the roof---that's why I kept buying them---just couldn't put up with their Navigation system with the Mouse and Finger pad---actually was pretty dangerous to use while driving for anything as it controlled stereo and other things---Touch System is the Jaguar I so much easier and faster-- at least your passenger can use it so you can keep your eyes on the road. Great job Jaguar---if it's as reliable as I am used to--I will be a customer for a long time.--

Fuel Mizer

Unbelievable fuel economy; currently receiving 34mpg in town and 40mpg on highway at 70mph, computed against fuel receipts. Fuel economy continues to increase as miles accumulate, currently at 8500 miles. No cost option of 18" light weight rims and tires greatly improves ride with no effect on handling. Receives stares everywhere it is parked.Great handling in rural Tennessee mountains. No reliability issues to date. I hesitated to purchase but am totally satisfied and would do so again. Update at 16200 miles: vehicle continues to impress with fuel economy and cost of ownership. I’d buy it again in a heartbeat! Update at 22,000 miles: continuing to be impressed with the vehicle's performance; fuel mileage continues to improve-recent trip at 70mph yielded 41.5mpg. Driver seat still the most comfortable of any car I have owned.Up date at 30,000 miles: Fuel mileage continues to increase; City mileage up to 36mpg with highway holding at 39-40. Ride comfort improved as suspension loosens slightly. Wonderful having a vehicle with no cost maintenance for five years. Just reached the five year mark. So sad that Jaguar dropped the diesel option. I’d buy one again in a heartbeat. Finally receiving recognition from the automotive community by its five year depreciation of only 30% in the Southeast US. Now at 48000 miles all characteristics remain the same as previously noted. Ride improved by replacing original W speed rated original tires with H speed ratings. Still regret Diesel engine no longer available.

F Pace "S"

Wow, we just picked up our F Pace "S" after a three month wait. And was it worth every minute. Traded in a 12 Mercedes GLK 350 and that car wasn't even close to being in this category. This car is sweet. We got the British Racing Green, with the black 20" rim. What a car! A looker! The interior is not plush, just plain comfortable. Only gave a poor rating in traction, cuz the wife hit the gas on the wet road with the 380hp engine, and had to hang on in a turn. It's that mean. I'm the husband of the owner and I love my two drives in it so far. Hope resale value holds in 4-5 years, unlike the GLK-350. Meantime, I can't wait for my turn to drive. Did I mention the app that auto starts the car. My wife is freaking over that. Love it. Cooling seats awaiting in the summer, and heat when winter comes. This car is much more than all the reviews you have read. They got this one right, right out of the box...

Best highedr performance vehicle I've ever owned

I just sold my 2009 E350 with AMG package. I LOVED the stereo and the ride; the Jag is better at both levels. I also currently own a 2013 BMW 335XI and I love it. However, I'm bored with it compared to this Jag. My wife and I have had the F-Pace for seven weeks and it gets better everyday. In sport mode it is super aggressive and incredibly responsive. In standard driving mode it glides along the interstate. A recent trip to the Gulf from Nashville was nothing short of fantastic. The front seats are superior to both the Mercedes and the BMW. The cabin is very quiet with very little wind noise. This beast will get you in trouble fast-----at 2500 RPM I found us sailing along at 91 MPH (didn't mean to). I can't get enough of this vehicle; the sound system is superior to anything I've heard; lots of bass and crystal clear mid and high ranges. I love streaming music from my phone with the easy BlueTooth pairing. I found myself buying music just to test the bass. Ours is British Racing Green in color and it is beautiful. While the cargo space seems a little tight it was more than adequate to stow our luggage as well as my daughter's and her two little girls. Now, I crave driving it and wonder about the Jaguar sedans----if they're this good then I just might have to get one in pace of the BMW!

Fantastic car.

Test drove Porsche Macan, BMW X3/4, Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC350, and bought the F-Pace. Compared to the competition, The Jag is simply the best combination of size, power, comfort, handling and technology. Time will tell if the long-term reliability and re-sale are acceptable. For a new to market vehicle, in the hottest market segment, Jag knocked this one out of the park.

Well, I wanted a car with personality...

Short version is that this is a great car for a driving enthusiast that enjoys a fun ride on a curvy highway. As a daily driver dealing with stop and go traffic in the city, there are far better options. I've have my 2017 F-Pace 35T for about 8 months now. I have the upgraded InControl Touch Pro infotainment system. I originally purchased it as a CPO with only 7200 miles on it. Great way to save some $$ and get an extended warranty and still be within the "breaking-in" period for a new car. While there is a lot to love about this car, there are some significant issues that cannot be overlooked. I'll start with what I love about the car so this doesn't feel like a total gripe session. This is easily the most sporty and attractive looking Crossover on the road today. It has great passing power. The car strongly accelerates when you are already at speed. Responsive infotainment system with customized screens. High quality leather seating surfaces and a quiet cabin. Throaty engine noise. Plenty of cargo space in the rear with the seats up. Tight steering and a fantastic turn radius. The cargo door opens and closes really quickly. Unfortunately, there are some design issues that really detract from the car. First off is the small gas tank. 16.6 Gallons is too small for a Crossover with only "acceptable" fuel economy. I do mostly city driving and am filling up every 250 miles (often less). The infotainment sometimes takes a while to boot up properly. The convenience controls are also in odd places. The window controls sit at the top the door by the window while the memory controls are down on the armrest. The start button is where the volume knob should be and the volume knob is where the tuning knob should sit. Oh, and there is no physical tuning knob. Also, there is far too much plastic on the interior for a $60k car. Higher end models get more leather wrapped surfaces, but Jaguar cheaped out on the Prestige model. Small object storage is also pretty weak. Not enough places to store your everyday items especially if you want to keep them out of site. Oh, and the rear seats do not fold flat. It is a matter of preference, but for a daily driver, I think the suspension is way too tight. You will feel every bump and imperfection in the road. Add in the creaking noise I get out of the back (either from the rear seats or the suspension - Jaguar can't figure it out or fix it apparently) and it can make for an aggravating daily drive. My biggest issue though is probably the sluggish start from a dead stop. Unless I am really aggressive, the car just doesn't start quickly from 0 in Normal mode. Have to put it in Dynamic mode for good city driving but this kills the fuel economy. Also, I'd like the option to permanently disable the Auto-Stop. It is a horrible feature that should never have been put on the car. Having to turn it off every time I start the car is annoying. Last issue is the parking sensors. They work fine if the car is in reverse, but the front sensors don't activate without pushing an additional button on the touchscreen (and that doesn't always get them working). Add in the auto-stop feature and parking in a tight garage can be tedious. Sorry for the gripe session, I just had to get that all off my chest. The rest of the car is great. Really.

Timing chain broke, destroyed engine

Timing chain broke at 80K miles destroying engine. Quoted $25K to replace. Timing chains should last a minimum 200K miles. This is a known problem with this engine and Jaguar won’t do a recall. Also I discovered there is a major issue with the turbos destroying the engine. Will never buy a Jaguar again.

An amazing experience so far

Ah, the Jaguar F-Pace... An SUV about 10 years to late. But, better late than never. The F-Pace is an amazingly attractive car and that is what attracted me at first, then they told me about the Elite Maintenance Program (5 Years no cost maintenance) then the fact that the average invoice for a Jaguar hovers on average around $4,000 dollars. The 380 hp V6 equipped on the S trim is much more power than the average F-Pace driver will need, but does come in handy for short passing roads and highway merging etc. Gas mileage is of some concern especially because the fuel tank can only hold 16.6 gallons of gas. A 4,000 pound SUV with a combined average of 20mpg should be equipped with at least a 17.4 gallon gas tank. Again Im sure Jaguar engineers have a reason for such a small gas tank but I wish they would have made it a bit larger. The In Control Touch Pro infotainment system is amazing based solely on it being a touch screen (I do not believe Mercedes, BMW, Lexus or any other luxury brand comes equipped with touch screens anymore). The Brakes don't seem as powerful as they should be but I still have confidence in them. Overall the F-Pace has been an amazing car so far and has definitely gathered some looks especially when I select neutral and push the gas down and everyone hears the engine pop. Definitely worth a look.

Excellent Midsize SUV Choice

I've owned this vehicle since October and have had a great experience driving it daily. Having driven other performance vehicles, it is truly a sports car in an SUV body. It accelerates incredibly well, handles well on narrow terrains, and the back seats are roomy enough for two six footers in my house. The grunt it lets out on acceleration is absolutely priceless. No mechanical issues so far. A few minor concerns: I am not quite six feet tall but my knee hits the rear door opener sometimes when I enter the car. I am learning to adjust but this has happened a few times. Once seated in the car, my right knee rubs against a bulging trim on the side of the gear compartment. That will give you a bruise on long commutes if you rest on it like i do. As you would expect in most performance cars the suspension is pretty tight, which means you are not pampered on rough surfaces. Otherwise, please test drive other potential competitors before you drive this car. My experience is that there is only one other PERFORMANCE SUV class out there - Porche Macan and Cayenne.

I Have A Lemon

The F-Pace I own is 6 months old and the computer system has caused the entire car to go haywire (from the side view mirrors to the car not starting at all). The car is in shop for the 2nd time in a month. In addition, the roadside assistance kept me waiting for 3 hours.

Pinch me, am I dreaming?

I am attracted to SUV's. Recently while walking through a parking garage, my eye caught a very uniquely styled SUV. I immediately walked over to it to investigate what was it? To my surprise it was the F Pace - "S" model Jaguar, SUV. Holy smokes this car is gorgeous. I rushed home to educate myself on this car by stopping in to the Edmunds.com website. I was able to research and compare this car to other competitive models. Here is what I found. It is the widest of all SUV's in this category. The F Pace - "S" model has that European interior styling in red and black - with red stitching accenting it's curves; very sharp and appealing. The drivers seat is very comfortable and mimics the feeling of being held tightly in the cockpit of a race car. (It is very comfortable). The cargo space is far more generous than other competitors. I have had this car since April 24th, 2017 and have been anxiously waiting to write this review, allowing ample time to report on it's many features. Here is what I have found. This car is FAST - I can't emphasize that enough. I also own a 2013 Challenger - Hemi 375 HP. The Jag's super charged 3.0 6 cyl. 380 HP engine is fabulous and just as fast - however the Challenger is a 6 sp. manual shift for the thrill seeker in me! (Female - 63 years old!) The transmission shifts smooth and seamless, unlike my 2014 Cherokee that had a 8 spd. choppy transmission (replaced after 2 years - a known problem with this model year). "Highly responsive" is the way I would describe not only the acceleration but the steering, rode handling, and breaking system in this Jaguar, SUV. I have encouraged my family members to drive it and give me their critique - all agree - it is: #1 FAST, #2 Very Responsive, #3 Comfortable, #4 Smooth ride. A few reviewers have commented on the placement of the power window buttons, I really don't mind that they are located on the window ledge. I tend to drive with my left arm on the ledge anyway. Yes, the 16.6 gallon gas tank could be bigger. It takes premium gas, not a deal breaker to me as the Challenger does too. I wish the gas cap was a locking one, instead of spring loaded. (Hopefully the days of putting sugar in someones gas tank are a thing of the past). The touch screen is easy to navigate with only one caveat; changing the radio stations from either the steering wheel or the touch screen results in a 2-3 second delay. In other words, it doesn't immediately switch to another radio station at first touch. When using the voice command option whether the turn by turn navigation, or voice activated call system- it results in hearing a soothing women's voice, unlike Alexa and Siri. The navigation system is accurate and easy to use once you adapt to it. The interior luminescent night lighting is sharp! The rear camera feature that can be viewed with just a touch of a button at any time, even when the car is in motion - is awesome. Speaking of the backup camera - it provides a wide view that is extremely clear - seemingly HD quality. A few things could be improved upon in my opinion; I don't like the position location of the volume/channel control adjacent to the vehicle information section positioned on the left side of the steering wheel. For some reason when changing the radio station from that location, I end up hitting the middle "OK" button which sends you into a menu of car information, such as the lane departure settings, or front collision settings. I find it a little annoying. It seems that car manufacturers are compelled to be eco efficient. When stopped at a light, with your foot on the brake, the car engine shuts off. Once you lift your foot from the brake the engine restarts immediately. This takes some getting used to, but the good news is, you can turn it off with a touch of a button, anytime. I love having the option to turn something off. There are 3 modes in which to drive this car in; eco (highway, rode trip mode), normal, and sport. There are some differences when switching from normal to sport - but honestly, this car is so fast in normal mode - I personally don't feel the sport mode is necessary. If I need anymore speed under my foot, I just switch to my Challenger - 6 spd Manual - Hemi, for that thrill ride "fix." My major dilemma with this car is whether or not I buy it after the 3 year lease is up. I love it so much, I can't imagine turning it in. I have never leased a car before. I never thought I could afford to drive a Jag! By comparison, a fully loaded Ford Explorer, Lexus, Volvo XC 90, Lincoln MKC, or Lexus - all fall into the range of what this car costs. (65K - fully loaded "S" model). IF you do the research and read the reviews you will hear the common theme, this car out performs the Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, or Lexus, SUV's. I HIGHLY recommend the Jaguar - F Pace - you won't be sorry! One last important detail: The Warranty is the best of all - 6yrs/60K.

F-Pace Sport- Shopping

Having been a Jag owner for years, and watching then get much better, I decided that I would trade my Porsche SUV on the F-Pace. Test drove one at Jag Dealer in Richmond VA and confirmed that I would buy. I wanted a specific color and list of options. Dealer offered to order but decided to see what was available in US. Dealer located 4 in US with my specs and he spent a week negotiating with another dealer to trade. I have only 294 miles so honeymoon not over but so far car is everything I expected and more. I've owned Land Rovers, Porsche, and Chevrolet SUV's but this one is perfect in size and power. Mixed average MPG of 20. Recommend consideration if you are in the market for a top of the line SUV.

Amazing Vehicle

I test drove the 2.0 gas turbo 4 cyl and the 3.0 gas supercharged V6 with 340hp. While the turbo 4 was more than adequate, the V6 is incredible in terms of power and sound. This thing sounds wonderful under acceleration. I've owned my F-Pace for a few weeks. It is a blast to drive. It feels like a sports car in terms of steering, acceleration, and feel but the ride is smooth and confident. It is amazing how Jaguar was able to retain a smooth ride yet deliver this type of performance and handling. You really need to drive it to believe it. The design of this vehicle is gorgeous and you won't see other examples of yourself everywhere you go. The relative exclusivity of the F-Pace was a selling point for me. There are a few negatives with this vehicle however. My biggest complaint is interior quality. My Prestige trim level was $55,000. Other vehicles in this price range far exceed the interior quality of the F-Pace. There is a great deal of hard plastic and I'm concerned about the quality of the leather, but time will tell. In addition, the standard infotainment system is slow to respond and I've had trouble changing channels on the Sirius/XM radio as it often gets locked on one channel. You actually have to turn the car off to reset this. Seriously? If Jaguar addresses interior quality and the glitchy infotainment system, this vehicle would be unbeatable. My brother's Porsche Macan rides like a washing machine and is tiny compared to my F-Pace. Overall, this is an incredible SUV.

Traded this baby in for a Tesla

Traded this baby in for a Tesla. Will be back if it goes electric. With 18 months under my belt, I love the F-Pace even more. I have averaged 1058 miles a month and have a much better feel for handling on various road surfaces. It performed extremely well on snowy and icy road surfaces and consistently responds well on the highway. It's almost as easy to maneuver as a small car. I know the grunt it lets out is a little loud for some but it's got the power to match it; think BMW M5. You turn the engine on and the ground trembles. Step on it accidentally in traffic and you will tremble. I did discover that the reason my ezpass device doesn't work is the metal in the windscreen. The solution is to place the ezpass device behind the rearview mirror.

F-Pace is an ACE

I have been waiting for Jaguars all new XE and F-Pace models to be release have test driven them 3 months ago well the obvious answer that made my choice clear is go with F-Pace. XE lacked room for a average height personality both in front and in the rear seating and also the head room. But F-Pace though comes under a crossover(SUV) class still surprised me with the new content jaguar had induced into F Pace. I am an employee with average salary between 60K-75K. I have always been planning to own a jaguar as i am towards the style and performance of Jaguars outcome. First thing on my mind would this be a proper investment for me ? is it really worth the money? Can i maintain ? How about resale ? Well the answer is Yes, it is worth it a 101% surely for people who needed an spacious car providing luxury of an world class luxury brand and along with the power and performance. My suggestion is to go for a v6 340hp which balances the value for you put in. I have currently owned a new Jaguar F Pace prestige 35t Ebony Black. 1 week old from now. the moment you drive it out from the showroom it puts a smile on your face and doesnt stop surprising you. Jaguar has done an excellent job at the steering functionality, adaptive dynamics is solely for the riders who can get the most out of the jaguar f pace using all the combinations. Only thing that currently concerns me is the mileage which is around 12 mpg in city and around 17-20 mpg on highways. Hoping during the course of use of 2-3 months the mileage might increase depending on the the driving style adaptation. Apart form these F-Pace is really an awesome ride filled with attitude and masculine attire without compromising on the style and performance. I am really satisfied with the car. Current booking and delivery dates are around 3 months from the booking dates, may get one earlier that the date expected if you are lucky enough to find a cancelled order of someone.

Wonderful

Great car the Turbo diesel is very quiet , the car runs like a Swiss clock at 80 mph . In Eco mode running at 65 mph I get about 41 miles per gallon ( CRAZY). In the Dynamic sport mode mileage went down about 29 MPG . I live in New Jersey and now Diesel is cheaper than gas . The car runs and feels great and you see every thing in this SUV . The size is great not to big , lots of room. It feels light around the turns and stops very stable .

Jaguar hits a home run

I'm a Porsche fan. I owned 4 Cayennes since Porsche started manufacturing them. I currently own a 2015 Cayenne and a 2015 Audi Q5 diesel. The F-Pace comes out, and it's a vehicle from a completely different mold. The Germans are much more relaxing to drive. The Jag is far more engaging, with much quicker reflexes and a bit harsher ride (again this is the First Edition with 22 " tires). So far all is great, the Brembo brakes are superb, the interior is gorgeous, from the outside, this car looks like nothing else on the road available today, and all the gadgetry that comes with the First Edition is easy to learn, override and live with. The engine has plenty of power and a decent fuel economy for a vehicle of this size and weight. I get many compliments from strangers and a surprised look when they find out this is a Jaguar.

A working piece of art!

TheF-Pace is work of automotive art. Well balanced as an SUV and a Jaguar. It drives great. I wish it had more hip and legroom in front, but it is acceptable. the back seats are not as comfortable as I would prefer, otherwise this is almost a 'must-have' automobile and I intend to order one, with my configuration, next month so that it arrives in time for Christmas.

Lemon

Bought it at 68,000 miles, now its at 90,000. Start/Stop didn't work and Engine blew on me. Warranty didn't cover anything, total rip off. 11,000 job, car note, and insurance. Worse decision I ever made.

Drives like a dream, when it's not in the shop

It is a beautiful car, it handles like a dream on the highway, but mine has been in the shop for a total of one month out of the four we've owned it. And it is not fixed yet. Electrical system baffles everybody. Service at the dealership not what you would expect from a luxury car, but they seem quite overwhelmed with work. Must be all those cars that need repairs. Also, under the steering wheel, the collar surrounding it, a clump of plastic, apparently manufacturing defect. Seriously? Review update The car is almost three years old, it rattles from a couple of places, it's in the process of having speakers replaced, I had to replace even the key FOB as the rubber was peeling off. We have a 2012 Jetta that is holding up better. Such a shame for such a nice car, but the quality control is dismal.

So happy I could purrrrr.

I highly recommend it. Drives like a car, but higher off the ground. As of this review, I've owned it for 3 months and 3K miles. Favorite features: Remote start & climate via phone app, ventilated/cooled seats, lane keep assist, cavernous trunk, auto-high beams. Things I hate about it: Auto start/stop engine is so annoying! Yes, there's a button to disable it, but it should stay disabled until you enable it manually! The nav system is straight from 2006, and the climate control is big f'ing mess of buttons. Such a hassle to use, especially if you live in a place with large temperature swings. Want to go from 60F to 77F? You'll have to press that temp button 17 times! It would've been better to use knobs like in the XJ or F-Type. Also, for your inconvenience, there's no "off" button for the climate on the console. Nope - you'll have to use the touch screen to navigate to "Climate", where there's an "on/off" button. Genius. The Tailgate doesn't always work properly. Sometimes it won't open at all when I use the gesture kick, and sometimes it won't close when I push the button on the tailgate, beeping the horn twice. I'm also not very happy with the noise from the engine. It makes an unpleasant thrum when driving at low rpm, and doesn't sound anything like an F-type S at high rpm. Lastly, there's a creaking sound coming from the rear of the car. At this price range, it's just unacceptable. Other than these snags, I love it.

Surprisingly Excellent

After many Jaguar vehicle experiences and adventures over the years, finally a model that works! 5 years not a problem and what's more still looks as new. Drives superbly, is comfortable and eye catching in it's guards red.Also makes a lovely growl which is delightful.

JAGUAR F-PACE DIESEL TRASH

I had this car for less than 30,000 miles and this car stays in the shop for problems..i can't evenenjoy the vehicle..afraid to go on long road trips because i literally broke down numerous times and all my service is done at the jaguar dealership because im still covered under warranty..DO NOT BUY THIS CAR

Fun drive and surprising reliability

We went into our purchase of a Jag F pace assuming the likely reliability issues of prior jag vehicles. None found so far and we have nearly 80k mileage. Very fun to drive, ample power, nice handling, comfortable on long drives and surprisingly decent room for luggage.

Beautiful car, extremely expensive to maintain.

Things start to go after 70k miles, $3,000 just for a new headlight assembly. Be sure to purchase any warranties you can...

AMAZING Car

Only two things that bugs me about this car... for the amount of money paid, my car did not have Passive Entry. (Why did they make a push-button start car with the need to unlock/lock doors with keyFob? Seems ODD) ... 2nd thing that bugs me is that there is no real ArmRest with cupholder for the middle of the back seat

Best car I have ever owned.

Great car that is a blast to drive, super quiet, very comfortable, and practical. Not one issue!!! If you have any mechanical background, you know how well this car is built. It is a steal right now at the current prices. It is a better buy then the mercedes, lexus, Porsche, Audi, BMW, or any other luxury SUV. Now that the full reviews have come out, all positive, I suspect it will be harder to find one with all the options you want. My family just loves it for long trips. I love it for the back roads.

Performance SUV

Great performance, engine response and drivability, especially in dynamic mode. This is the only SUV that we found that was equal or better in almost all categories than our older X5 that we wanted to replace. A couple of complaints: the auto stop is truly annoying and it should remember that you want it to stay disabled until selected. The remote app is slow and would be convenient if the FOB also started the vehicle. Infotainment system is outdated, but it works ok. The gas tank should hold more fuel, although 22 mpg is not bad for this type of performance.

Buggy Infotainment System

The Good: Overall, I really like my F Pace. It's one of the best looking mid-size luxury, performance cross-over vehicles out there, and it accelerates and handles as well as a high performance coupe. Jag could have done a better job with the dash/console materials to give it a higher end finish appropriate to its price tag. Dealership service and support has been excellent. It's clear that they take a lot of pride in their cars and are sincere about creating an excellent customer experience. The Bad: The Infotainment System in the Jags are notoriously buggy. In fact, when talking candidly with a Jag dealer employee, she told me that Jaguar corporate had bought back a lot of cars due to issues with the system. I have owned my F-Pace for about 18 months and have had it to the dealer no less than 6-8 times for issues related to the voice command button not working or the navigation system locking up. I can't tell you how many times they've told me that the latest firmware update was designed to fix the issues, only to have them occur again while needing the functions most. I have literally almost gotten into accidents on two occasions while distracted after the Nav system locked up in an unfamiliar area while fumbling to pull my cell phone out and launch Google Maps to figure out which freeway exit to take. I have written emails to Jaguar, and ultimately even tried to invoke the Lemon Law, but the number of days out of service fell short of the law's requirements. After about 6+ firmware/software updates, the system is more stable. The voice command button fails much more infrequently now, and the Nav system also seems more stable. On the other hand, I use both less than I did originally and rely upon using Google Maps or Waze with my cell phone since I know that they will never fail. The Infotainment System functions are NOT rocket science, and it is hard to imagine that Jag is still struggling to get these right. Apple Car Play was not offered when I bought my F Pace, and it should be a standard or at least optional accessory. ---------- This is an update at approximately 20K miles. After repeated visits to the dealer to update the firmware on the infotainment system with no resolution of the issues described above, I took the car in one final time and demanded that Jaguar replace the entire head unit for the system. In fact, I told the service writer in no uncertain terms that I wouldn't accept the car back without that being done. A day later, I received a call stating that the unit was on order and should be installed the following day. Since the replacement of the complete infotainment system, it has worked as designed, without subsequent failures. With that said, the lack of Apple Car Play is clearly a design oversight given the fact that many other comparable cars of this model year and price point offered this feature as standard equipment. The car has not experienced any other significant mechanical issues and is agile and powerful to drive. I still feel that it is one of the best looking vehicles on the road. At the price point, Jaguar should improve upon the interior finish quality -- no black plastic buttons, plastic paddle shifters, etc.

What a nightmare!! DON'T BUY A JAGUAR!!!

Bought my 2017 F-Pace 20D new and have had nothing but problems. I've have it in over 24 times for issues like trim falling off, rear hatch wouldn't close, electrical issues, numerous engine issues. It's been in the shop now for over a month because the fuel rail cracked and when the shop replaced it, they sprayed diesel fuel all over the engine and now they can't get the smell out of it. And it's also gone in to "restricted performance" mode reducing the top speed of the vehicle to 20 MPH, very dangerous!! I initiated a "buyback" the the lovely people at Jaguar said it didn't qualify because it's not been in the shop for the same reason more that twice. No logic here!! I now have a lawyer involved.

My new baby

I got my love of cars from my father and keep up with the new models. I am a female and my husband hates salesmen so I typically test drive by myself. I have had the new F-Pace in my sights for a while and test drove it and bought it the next day. I have a heavy foot and have owned a 71 Mercury XR7, 84 Dodge Daytona Turbo, 2000 Mercedes E 430, 2008 Lincoln Navigator and now the Jaguar. I test drove both the diesel and the 3.V-6 Cvl. The diesel was a little more than I wanted to spend so I opted for the gasoline engine and I love it! For some reason the sport mode feels better on the streets in my neighborhood and it purrs on the highway. I bought the white with black wheels. The wheels are growing on me but I wanted chrome, which was not offered and the salesman stressed that no wheel swapping was allowed. The standard wheels looked dull and bland to me. I may switch them out after a couple of years. I want to see how the long the black holds up. We are tall people and have plenty of room up front. All I want in a new car is leather seats, a sun roof, satellite radio and some get up and go! I like just about everything about the suv but there are a few things that I feel should have been included on a $50,000 plus vehicle. 1. Why isn't back up sensors standard. I have the camera but it us useless without the alert from a sensor. 2. The 12 V power socket that located inside the center compartment is useless unless you leave your phone inside the thing. My phone won't fit because I have something else there, no space, and the lid won't close over the cord. I have to use the rear seat plug. I do love that the electronics are easy to operate. I used the remote start twice and it worked fine. I have only had the car one week. I am still getting use to all the gadgets and trying to figure out what all I have. The quick start guide is great and helpful although I have yet to figure out why the car sometimes turns off when I place it in park. I will make an appointment for someone to come out and go over it all in a few weeks as they offer this as a perk. I am keeping a running list of questions because they are some options that I can't figure out if I have or not. Overall, I love the F-Pace. I wish I could have afforded the Sport but I am very satisfied. I have only seen one other F-Pace on the road. The car gets plenty of looks and I have had people ask me what I am driving. Love, love it!

Fantastic car

I traded in my 2008 BMW X5 (owned for 8.5 years). I was very skeptical and nervous about getting into Jaguar due to brand reliability history. However, upon reading more and more about the company and after 2 test drives I realized that this is the only SUV I want! (test drove other models: BMW X3, X5, Audi Q7, Lexus RX, MB GLE). I am not a lease guy, and with 5 year warranty and scheduled maintenance this was a no brainer for me. The car is great overall. Being that it's brand new, there are some minor issues: the door speaker makes crackling/resonating sounds only when using the phone (playing radio/ipod is not affected - weird!); second issue is driver seat - recently started making clicking sound when I move around in the seat as something is loose; bluetooth connections sometimes doesn't connect your phone to the car automatically, requiring you to select it manually on the screen. So far used navigation only once and it gave me a super weird route: took me to the highway they told me to get off and used streets only to get back to the same highway one exit later! ( there was no traffic on highway, so it wasn't done to save time). I was advised from the dealer to download an app for navigation and use it while you connect your phone to car via usb. This way you can have much better navigator on the screen of your car. One more dissapointment is that there is no CD player in standard tech set, only if you chose to upgrade to Technology package for over 3K. I specifically didn't want to do that due to fear of glitches in dashboard instrument panel, which is entirely digital in the upgraded options. I also wish that the tank size was 2-3 gallons larger. Overall the car is great!

Lemmon

Electronics are the worst . Never work 1 year I had it at the dealer for Mac issues def issues check engine light issues

Very bad car I ever have

I purchased this car at the end of May 2017. The engine was fully stopped/auto shuttled down suddenly when pushing paddle after stopped at Stop sign and tried making the right turn. The car was totally dead but the D (Drive Mode) light was still on but the switch was not able to turn to P (parking). You were not able to push paddle any more. The only thing you can do is to press the Start (Engine) button to make it restart. This happened 5 times so far since I have this car. The car was sent to dealer for fix after it happened 4 times. I was told it was fixed after a week and it was safe to drive again. But it happened after a week. Now it is in dealer again. It was very danger when your car was suddenly dead on the road and the car behind you almost hit you. I may need to have life insurance to drive this car!!! Talked to the general manager at the dealer this morning and was told not able to return. I wish this is the option. Very update and unhappy with this car.

F-Pace

This thing is amazing! Just took delivery of it!!

The Sapphire Blue is beautiful with the all Black trim and Black large rims. Looks amazing and handles better than my 300ZX TT. The technology is also amazing and user friendly. Best features is that the phone voice and microphone are clear and extremely user friendly. The seats, sunroof, trim, mirrors all work naturally in sync and are extremely well done. It's beauty, Sexy, FAST, Handles amazingly well, extremely intelligent and well coordinated. It's the lighted logos, lights, sync of turning the car off and having the car light up and accent the different driving modes. There so much that I love about this car it's truly been exceeding my expectations every day. The extra features such as the G-Meter are fun for my as a Navy Carrier pilot, being able to change the displays like a commercial pilot are super fun and it simply just feels good to drive. EVERYTHING is well built and user friendly and ergonomic. This is truly a revolutionary product. It's a sportscar built to look like an stylish SUV, but also has the added features that exceed Mercedes Luxury cars. It's not just the features that make this car special, it's that they work well together and look good as well. Everything is classy as well as built like a race car. It's raw power, braking and suspension and steering are exciting as well as tame when you want them to be. The Eco feature also enables me to get 25mpg easily during CITY driving, or 12 racing!! I'm more than happy with this car and features.!!!!

Love my F-pace

This is a really fun car to drive and own. Loved it the first time I saw it and that hasn’t changed. I think it’s a nice looking car and probably my next to last if not my last car. I’m of a particular age 🙂 And I really only drive it a few times a month. Awesome vehicle once you get over the “making sure you park along so no one dings your car” syndrome 😂

Feels very good

The overall feeling that i get after the purchase and the drive is very satisfactory. I only hope that this will prove to be a reliable purchase. So far this has been a gem. Mileage is OK. 20mpg combined so far for a 20min local ride and 15min highway. I was unable to locate separate controls for rear A/C and I dont think there is one. If I have not mentioned anything else means I have no problem with the rest :) . overall, feels great!!

The New Jag SUV!

Test drove a Cadillac, BMW, and was deciding on a Lexus. But, had to absolutely come back to this Jag. Absolutely family friendly and beautifully designed. We just bought this car and we don't regret it! We love how calm the ride is and how much options within it has. I am a short women and this car is still perfect for me!

What does the F stand for?

Except for the look and "sex appeal" and rod handling just can't find anything that justifies the price and immediate 30% write off. So far nothing but disappointments, problems, poor craftsmanship and malfunctions. Not kidding in first week it was back in the body shop to try and correct the non inertial engine hood closing... About 1/2 inch on one side and 1/8-1/4 on the other. Then the electronics just don't work consistently... And you must restart the engine to reset! Crazy! Poorly designed and particularly cheap finishes on interior with razor sharp edges in door handle assembly... Window sills scratch just by looking at them... And now the latest... The entire sunroof and screen mechanizum is defective - Jammed the roof on an angle and broke the track to both on BOTH sides! Where is the quality... The driver seat jolts back about an 1/8 of an inch with every acceleration! And that same seat is hard as a rock and good for maybe 10 min drive before the siatica sets in... All the fou fou add owns like the bottom door trim is again of cheap quality and an invitation to collecting road grim and water which we all know Jaguars just love.... Remember when they used to rust in the folder?! All in all it looks good and actually drives pretty well although I don't recommend the 22" rims for everyday driving... Unless jaguar provides a masseuse for afterwards.. Personally I am disappointed and want to rid myself of it.. Don't expect that will be easy as even the dealers don't want them back... After all they have hundreds in inventory - not selling now the words out?

$70K for a car 10 years behind the times

I have to admit, performance is good. The "infotainment" system is from 2009. or earlier. I have owned a lot of cars and never had one (including a Triumph) where the radio could not hold a station. Satellite and FM are both worthless. The dealer seems to think this is acceptable. More importantly, this is the only car I am aware of that allows you to type into the infotainment system while you drive to program the navigation system. You can not speak to the navigation system at all. Apparently this is a feature available in low end Jags but not in the most expensive cars. I got some nonsense about there being two levels of infotainment and I paid more for one that doesn't work. You can buy a car that performs for less money that has a working radio and navi system. 2/18 Jaguar finally replaced the shark fin antenna and I have working Satellite radio. FM is still poor. No change in the ability to program the navigation system.

Amazing luxury car

The technology in this car is great. The app on my phone is very helpful with all the information it offers, as welll as starting my car and placing the temperature at the right comfort. It drives very smooth and quiet. I am very happy with my decision to purchase this car.

Blinded by the light

The F pace is a good vehicle with a classy look. After getting the car the headlights began to leak and condensation formed inside the lenses. This shorted out both headlights and to replace a single headlight it will cost you $4200 plus labor to take off the front end. $10000 later the headlights work. Jaguar has a problem and they are profiting from it.

Poorest reliability mid-size SUV

I wanted a premium SUV with some performance. So F-Pace came into the picture. I bought this car (VIN: SADCK2BV0HA061290) in the summer of 2016 at Jaguar Farmington Hills dealer in Farmington Hills, Michigan. I made the deal online, came dealer to sign documents and drove home. I was happy with it for a year and half and the small issues had started to pop up such as Auto Start/Stop (not working), Bluetooth for phone and media kept dropping, brake pads made noise, incorrect navigation, etc. Fortunately, most of these issues were still under warranty. The car has maintenance record with the same dealer. They still could not figured out the Bluetooth issue with upgrades to software. I put about 20k mile per year for school and work. Two months after the manufacturer warranty expired (June 2020), coolant got into engine (???) and busted. Dealers quoted $20K-$30K to fix or replace damaged engine.

Hands down, the most car for the money!

I have been a strictly German purchaser for the last 20years. I was looking for something affordable and quick as a daily and came across the f-pace. I was weary being that my parents Range Rover and jag caught fire growing up, but my goodness Jaguar has immensely stepped up their game. I bought mine with 93k mi and the thing drove like a baby. I drive aggressively and she is solid, responsive, and never disappoints. Everyone who drives it asks me, “How much?” So far I am am at 100k mi and only had to change the oil and brakes. I cannot say enough great things about the F-Pace.

Fix the ride and field a winner

Update: Sold the Jaguar in 2021 and purchased Genesis GV-80. Equal styling and better ride. Jaguar has a horrible reputation for everything except styling. Some negatives are deserved. The dealerships seem to be locked into a '70's evasive behavior. The electronics is just as unreliable as they were in the 50's and 60's. The navigation system and electronic notifications might work and they might not. You must turn the vehicle off, restart, after exiting the vehicle at least once a week just to get the electronics to recycle but there is no guarantee that it will work the first time. The engine and handling as well as the design and style are away above the prices paid. The ride is horrid especially at slow speeds. The quality of the paint is 3 on a scale of 10 with touches seemingly equal to scratches. Yet I love driving the car and will miss it, but I will not buy another. Update: Computer was replaced under warranty and minimal electronic problems thereafter. Sold (traded in on Genesis GV-80) 3 months prior to warranty expiration.

Jaguar F-Pace is Worthy!

Have had my Jaguar F-Pace 35T Prestige for six months now and still love this car! The performance, sound of the exhaust and overall curb appeal are outstanding. Took it on a trip and in econo mode got better mileage than advertised. Put away for the Winter and cannot wait for Spring to enjoy this great ride!!!

Road Dirt inside the vehicle

Road dirt accumulates both outside and inside the vehicle, on the front door panels on the outside, and inside the front door panels as well. This happens on a daily basis and is a very annoying design flaw. Just as bad, my complaint is basically being ignored by both my local Jaguar dealer and by Jaquar USA. I get lip service only such as " the vehicle is performing as it was intended to". They are basically reading me a script. Did they intend to design a vehicle where dirt accumulates daily on the inside of the door panels? Jaguar was very concerned about how I liked the F-Pace until I started to complain about this issue. Now I can't get a call back or a satisfactory response. Very disappointing. Stay away.