Jaguar F-PACE

The Jaguar F-PACE is the first-ever SUV under the Jaguar brand, positioned as a luxury mid-size sports SUV. All F-PACE units sold in the domestic market are fully imported (CBU). In January 2015, Jaguar announced the mass production of its C-X17 concept vehicle under the name F-PACE, derived from the brand's founding ethos "Grace, Pace, Space". The model was officially launched in 2016. On 1 July 2025, the 2025 Jaguar F-PACE was officially launched, offering three variants with a price range between RM478,000 and RM668,000. In December 2025, the final F-PACE rolled off the production line at the Solihull plant in the UK, marking the official end of this model and concluding Jaguar's era of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle manufacturing.

Design Language

The styling of the Jaguar F-PACE draws inspiration from the Jaguar F-TYPE sports car, featuring muscular, flowing lines alongside a short front overhang and long rear overhang that give it a poised, athletic stance. For 2025, the entire lineup comes standard with the R-Dynamic exterior styling pack, which includes a gloss black front grille, high-gloss black lower bumper garnishes, and gloss black roof rails. Up front, it features a smoked honeycomb grille flanked by double L-shaped LED daytime running lights, while the rear sports slim-profile taillights and smoked bumper inserts, with the 3.0T variant getting twin exhaust tailpipes on either side. The 400 SPORT variant adds 21-inch gloss black alloy wheels and dedicated 400 SPORT badging. Dimensions-wise, the SUV measures 4,747 mm long, 2,071 mm wide, and 1,664 mm tall, with a 2,874 mm wheelbase. The cabin adopts a T-shaped dashboard wrapped in soft-touch materials and accented with aluminium trim, while the range-topping variant is appointed with Windsor luxury leather performance seats and an Ebony premium suedecloth headlining.

Powertrain and Performance

The 2025 Jaguar F-PACE offers two powertrain choices: a 2.0T four-cylinder turbocharged engine and a 3.0T straight-six twin-charged engine, both paired with a 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) system across the range. The 2.0T unit produces a maximum output of 184 kW (250 PS) and 365 Nm of torque, delivering a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 7.3 seconds and a top speed of 217 km/h. The 3.0T powerplant pushes out 294 kW (400 PS) and 550 Nm of torque, completing the 0-100 km/h sprint in 5.4 seconds with a top speed of 250 km/h. Power is channelled through a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission (8AT) as standard across all variants. An on-demand all-wheel-drive (AWD) system comes standard across the entire lineup.

Chassis and Handling

The Jaguar F-PACE incorporates chassis technology derived directly from the F-TYPE sports car. Up front, it uses a double-wishbone independent suspension, paired with an integral multi-link independent setup at the rear (featuring a large hollow-cast aluminium alloy H-arm at the bottom and a forged aluminium upper arm) to significantly shave unsprung weight. The suspension is tuned for sportiness, delivering firm chassis feedback, direct steering, and excellent body roll control. The vehicle comes equipped with the JaguarDrive Control system, offering four selectable drive modes: Comfort, Eco, Rain/Ice/Snow, and Dynamic. Higher-spec variants also feature Adaptive Dynamics and Configurable Dynamics, allowing drivers to tailor damper settings, steering weight, and throttle response. Braking is handled by ventilated discs at both the front and rear.

Cabin and Equipment

The cockpit features a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an 11.4-inch curved central touchscreen. Infotainment duties are handled by the InControl OS 2.0 system (also referred to as Pivi Pro in certain literature), featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Baidu CarLife connectivity, online GPS navigation, 4G connectivity, and voice control. Wireless smartphone charging is standard from the R-DYNAMIC SE variant upwards. The mid-spec R-DYNAMIC SE also adds a Meridian premium audio system paired with 30-colour configurable ambient lighting. Leather upholstery comes standard across the range with power-adjustable front seats; 2.0T variants feature front seat heating and driver seat memory, while 3.0T variants step up with front seat ventilation and memory functions. Boot capacity stands at 613 litres in standard configuration, expandable to 1,842 litres with the rear seats folded down.

Safety and Driver Assistance

The 2025 Jaguar F-PACE is equipped with Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as standard across the range. Key features include full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control (with Lane Keep Assist), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Assist (BSA), Lane Departure Warning, Front and Rear Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Door Open Warning (DOW), and Driver Condition Monitor. The entry-level and R-DYNAMIC SE variants come standard with a 360-degree 3D Surround Camera system and Park Assist. For passive safety, the vehicle is fitted with a comprehensive airbag system and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Market Performance and Reception

The Jaguar F-PACE is one of the most successful models in the brand's history. It sold over 3,000 units globally within its first month of launch, driving Jaguar to achieve its strongest May sales record in a decade. In 2018, global deliveries reached 180,800 units, making up approximately 30% of the brand's total volume. By the time production drew to a close, cumulative sales of the F-PACE had surpassed 800,000 units. However, the Jaguar brand as a whole has faced a steep sales downturn in recent years—in 2024, Jaguar registered just 33,000 units globally, an 82% slump compared to 2018. The F-PACE recorded global sales of 21,200 units in 2024, representing a 3% decline year-on-year. Analysts point out that while the F-PACE boasts robust product credentials (sharing its longitudinal AWD platform and front double-wishbone/rear multi-link suspension with the Range Rover Velar), its brand cachet and market awareness struggled to compete head-on with German rivals like the Mercedes-Benz GLC, BMW X3, and Audi Q5L. In December 2025, with the final unit rolling off the line, Jaguar officially closed the book on its 90-year history of ICE manufacturing, completing its full transition towards an ultra-luxury electric brand.