Used 2018 Jaguar F-PACE 20d R-Sport SUV Review
Consumer reviews
There are no consumer reviews for the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE 20d R-Sport SUV.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE 20d R-Sport SUV
Pros & Cons
- Available supercharged V6 delivers quick and powerful acceleration
- Bigger cargo space than many rivals
- Handles and brakes like a sport sedan
- Fuel-efficient diesel option gets 29 mpg combined
- Interior materials feel cheap for a luxury SUV at this price
- Mediocre infotainment system with clunky smartphone integration
- The larger the wheels, the poorer the ride comfort
- More road and wind noise in the cabin than competitors
Which F-PACE does Edmunds recommend?
While the new base engine puts up some competitive power figures, we believe the F-Pace is best experienced with a supercharged V6 under the hood. The S model gets 40 more horsepower, but we find the 35t model's 340 horses plenty to frolic with on a daily basis. (Note, however, that Jaguar is only building the 35t for the first half of the model year. Its replacement is the four-cylinder 30t variant.) For a recommended trim level, check out the Prestige. It comes well-equipped and features a host of upgrades, most notably keyless entry, grained leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel and front seats, and front and rear parking aids among other things.
Full Edmunds Review: 2018 Jaguar F-PACE SUV
Driving
7.0The supercharged V6 can also be found in Jaguar's F-Type Coupe, providing the first clue to this SUV's ambitions. The S model takes performance further, with a horsepower bump, larger wheels and an adaptive sport suspension. This is a sharp SUV that'll give sport sedans a run for their money.
Comfort
7.0Overall comfort in the F-Pace is good, especially with the optional seat ventilation, which works wonders on a warm summer day. The only demerits are poor ride quality, due possibly to the oversized optional 22-inch wheels, and a cabin that's not as quiet as those of some competitors.
Interior
7.0Because of its more sport-focused nature, the F-Pace makes concessions to some of the more hospitable qualities of a small SUV. But it's still accommodating overall, and we think most buyers will be pleased.
Utility
8.0The F-Pace proves that a small, sporty SUV can also be surprisingly practical. Highlights in the utility category include a generous cargo area and a towing capacity of nearly 5,300 pounds. Cat imitates workhorse.
Technology
6.5Our F-Pace's technological strengths rest on its well-sorted driver aids, but it falls short of the competition with an average navigation system interface and clunky smartphone integration. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto would be a prime solution.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2018 Jaguar F-PACE in Virginia is:
$107.08 per month*Legal