OVERVIEW
The 2022 Jaguar F-Pace is an SUV that manages to succeed in offering both traits and it boasts some lovely sheet metal to match. Some SUVs are utilitarian, while others are enjoyable to drive. In a sea of compact SUVs from Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, the F-Pace sticks out as being inspired by the exquisite F-Type sports car.
Starting with the 246 horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder P250 and ending with the supple and potent 395 horsepower turbo-and-supercharged inline-six P400 model, three different powertrains are available. The interior of the F-Pace boasts all the accouterments of a contemporary luxury vehicle, including high-quality materials, innovative entertainment technology, and a slew of driver-assistance technologies.
What Has Changed For 2022?
The F-Pace underwent a more extensive update for the 2021 model year, but for 2022 it is substantially unchanged and offers the same engines, features, and styling as the previous model.
2022 Jaguar F-Pace: Engine And Performance
All-wheel drive and eight-speed automatic transmission are standard on every 2022 F-Pace. A conventional 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 246 horsepower is available. A 3.0-liter inline-six engine that is both turbocharged and supercharged and produces 335 or 395 horsepower is also an option for the F-Pace.
In comparison to the turbo-fours in the BMW X3 or Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, the conventional four-cylinder is less refined. Good reactions and brisk acceleration were noticeable during our initial test drive of the inline-six, but the transmission was reluctant to downshift for passing power in all bars of the Sport driving mode. A 5.5-second zero-to-60-mph time was reported when we tested the 395-hp F-Pace P400, which was slightly slower than the type we tested before but still felt fairly potent.
For a sportier feel, Jaguar deliberately tunes the F-suspension Pace on the firm side. Although the largest possible wheel sizes (Jaguar provides up to 22-inch-diameter wheels) can cause the suspension to bounce more when traveling over bumps, the ride is never unpleasant. Every F-Pace model's steering system is fast and provides the driver with assurance-inspiring feedback from the front tires on their hands. When driven swiftly, the F-Paces' snappy reactions are quite outstanding and add to the thrill of operating this Jaguar SUV.
2022 Jaguar F-Pace: Interior And Comfort
The inside of the F-Pace adheres to Jaguar's minimalist interior design philosophy throughout the lineup and has minimal detailing, easy-to-reach secondary controls, and a large amount of glass for better vision. Both the front and back seats are elevated, and the driver enjoys a comfortable seat that is directly in front of the steering wheel and pedals.
The F-front Pace's seats have some of the most capacity in this class for legroom and headroom, but the back seats are only average. Both front-seat occupants can comfortably access the central touchscreen display and the large climate control controls.
The F-cargo-hauling Pace's capacities are significantly more than its beautiful appearance would suggest, aside from the relative lack of cubby space for front-seat passengers. The 40/20/40 split-folding rear seats are lowered to a virtually flat position using release levers on each rear seatback and in the trunk. There was enough room for up to 22 carry-on bags.
2022 Jaguar F-Pace: Connectivity
Pivi is the name of the newest touchscreen-based infotainment system from Jaguar. It condenses essential features into straightforward, well-organized menus and has a sleek appearance. Although we haven't yet tried the new Pivi or PiviPro system in the F-Pace, we did get a chance to test it out in the brand-new Land Rover Defender and found it to be buggy and prone to breakdowns.
Fortunately, Pivi can be upgraded over the air, unlike Jaguar's previous infotainment system, making it simple to update the F-Pace while developers sort out the kinks. Every F-Pace has a standard 11.4-inch curved glass touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility as well as a 14-speaker Meridian audio system; other features like built-in navigation and a mobile hotspot are also available.
2022 Jaguar F-Pace: Pricing
The base model of the F-Pace costs $52,400, and the F-Pace S starts at $56,000. The base price of the R-Dynamic S is $64,800, and the top-trim SVR starts at $89,500.
Which One To Purchase?
The turbocharged four-cylinder P250 S, in our opinion, provides the best value and performance ratio. Unique 19-inch wheels, a power-operated rear liftgate, attractive leather upholstery stitched in a diamond pattern, and the more desirable PiviPro infotainment system with navigation, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and traffic-sign recognition are all included when going from the base P250 to the P250 S.