2018 Jaguar E-Pace: Big on Style - and Price | Edmunds

Edmunds special correspondent Elana Scherr paints her nails a fierce fashion red and climbs into the equally fiery cockpit of the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace R-Dynamic HSE. The E-Pace is Jaguar’s entry-level SUV, but it doesn’t have an entry-level price. Does its stylish exterior, responsive performance, comfortable rear seating and useful cargo space make up for a hefty price tag?
Q: Is the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace an electric or hybrid car?
A: No, you’re thinking of the I-Pace. The 2018 Jaguar E-Pace is a traditional turbocharged four-cylinder gas engine, available with 246 horsepower or 296 hp.
Q: How does the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace compare to the F-Pace?
A: Edmunds reviews described the F-Pace as “competent,” but found it somewhat lacking in expected Jaguar sophistication, both inside and out. The 2018 Jaguar E-Pace seems much more in keeping with Jaguar’s history of handling, fashionable design, and luxury interiors.
Q: How does the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace compare to the Audi A3 or the BMW X1?
A: The Jaguar E-Pace is slightly larger than most luxury compact SUVs, and this allows it to offer competitive rear cargo space (52.7 cubic feet with the second-row seat folded flat and 24.2 cubic feet with it in place) and excellent rear passenger room.
Read our review of the 2018 Jaguar E-Pace here: www.edmunds.com/jaguar/e-pace...
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[@ak2112]

Elana is great.

[@itmustbelove08]

It’s cute but it doesn’t seem super desirable. I think the F-Pace is the better choice. Elena rocks.

[@swanblake]

Yup Elana is amazing. Just an amazing review. Great work! Was surprised you didnt bring up the Volvo XC40 as competition though.

[@SSS-mp8th]

The thing that kills me with a lot of luxury brands on their lower models you start with vinyl. It's a luxury car it should start with leather and then everything is extra. BMW you pay $500 if you wan AA or Carplay, really? It comes in a kia.

[@Anthony-nx5yu]

SS S actually Android Auto is not available. You also need to dish out ~$1700 for a navigation unit on more basic car with just the standard screen. On the BMW X3 you get a 1 year free trial for Apple CarPlay (they’ll start to do it to all models probably), then pay the $300 for the Apple CarPlay Option. And BMW has standard Leatherette Seats (BMW SensaTec)

[@vubot1]

I own an E-Pace S, well optioned, for about two weeks, and loving it more everyday (coming from a Porsche Cayenne Turbo). I wanted something a little shorter so I can find a parking spot easier in the city. If you're looking for ultra luxury and short length, this should be high on your list. And, it looks awesome.

[@robinsd4]

Elana is great...charming. Good review.

[@ivanlowjones]

When I saw Elana with the racecar helmet, I thought she was taking the E-Pace to the drag strip like she did with the Dodge Charger 392 Daytona. That was frigging awesome!

[@mattm4964]

Amazing review, she’s awesome!

[@KevinIsFamous]

That was a thorough review! Good stuff

[@patricksoon85]

Love Elana's reviews. Just down to earth and no fluff. Perfect.

[@Slim1986]

Jaguar interior is to basic for the price

[@siseesan3147]

Brandan honda Jaguar should step up their game

[@Slim1986]

@@siseesan3147 big time. Do Ford still make them or no?

[@siseesan3147]

Nah they stop that years ago that’s their own style

[@Slim1986]

@@siseesan3147 o ok, well I kind of figured lol. It's still looked like Ford did the interior lol

[@siseesan3147]

I mean I get what you’re saying it just doesn’t work for the brand but they should at least take a look at mainstream brand like Lexus and Mercedes they have the best interiors in the business

[@FLindy]

Thanks for this great review. I fully agree. The e pace stands out from its competitors (BMW X2, Volvo XC40) A jaguar can be a little more expensive.

[@cornbread70s4]

Elana is great. Thanks for this review...

[@KuyaArbee]

Elana is great!!! Keep her doing reviews!

[@metetuncay5165]

Upgrade to 4K cameras.

[@ianalexander2017]

Looks good

[@alexk.9952]

Hey very nice video

[@vubot1]

You don't have to pay $60k, or even 55k for this car. You can get the P250 instead of the P300 (246hp vs 296hp) in the review, loaded with options for 50k . . . if that's your budget.

[@mrla6240]

nice review and nice leather jacket! lol

[@speedfiend925]

Works in a Venmo reference. Now that was funny. 😆

[@Sheepleton]

More Elana please!

[@bernandoalfonso1852]

so the e doesnt stand for electric?

[@molskimauler]

I couldn't care less about the E Pace but, I'll watch whatever Elana reviews. Don't mess it up Edmunds. Pay the woman!

[@richardbutton1261]

Cool biker jacket

[@Msleelee9487]

all the reviews says it's stiff I would have to drive it otherwise I like it I been looking into the F-Pace but I would be good with this one

[@harbin9er]

i also thought this review was going to be about the electric SUV...

[@Ford_Raptor_R_720hp_V8]

2019 Jaguar E-Dud

[@SpamMeGooglification]

An electric SUV is even LESS likely to go off roading than a typical premium SUV.

[@uhborshun-yea2885]

My epace has Apple car play???

[@billp5424]

Since Elana left Hot Rod she is dressing better.

[@sonhuynh8222]

$60k ??? Ur on crack! Wait for the resale 👍🏾

[@hotrodmagazine1063]

You on the road

[@DM-xt3rl]

Ha they have lost their minds $62000 for that.......I think not........The interior alone is far from premium. The styling is okay but not great. Not sure if Jaguar still has enough name cache charge that much a 2 liter turbo.

[@toyotaprius79]

Clicked to check out the cool lookin reviewer. Have not a clue nor care about mammy's crossover Jag

[@bruceburns1672]

It looks like a Suzuki and the quality and looks doesn't match a Mazda so why would I pay through the nose for this car and I am a huge Jaguar fan , Jag has to do better than this to justify the price and cant expect people to hand over money just because its a Jaguar . If the Global financial crisis hadn't ruined my retirement Superannuation like most people I would be buying a Jag I Pace which is a stunning unique car .

[@br33zy771]

it's way too small for a family vehicle

[@napha1979]

You could straight shift me all day long

[@TuanLe-yq7vx]

Wtf! I though I was watching an ev review. Is Jaguar trying to confuse people?

[@mdc4runner]

Nah, more interested in the I-pace

[@bikebudha01]

Review Fail: Zero Mention of the SHITTY visibility out the sides and back...

[@swanblake]

Over priced and terrible. Find it shocking that a smaller, fwd based vehicle in the E Pace, weighs more than the RWD based F Pace. Jag mailed it in on this. Volvo XC40 over this all day

[@SpamMeGooglification]

Batteries are heavy.

[@coolsdon]

Yeah,like you've owned either...!!!

[@vubot1]

I like that it's heavy. Why? Safer!

[@MrTaliz]

Volvo XC40 seems much better!

[@nicholassmith7048]

Yes, there is a u in Jaguar. Remember to pronounce it.

[@swanblake]

Happy you are perfect. Just have a lot of friends with that personality

[@waynerussell6401]

Only if you don't know the etymology - Portuguese en.bab.la/dictionary/english-portuguese/jaguar

[@winc06]

Style? Looks like a dumpling to me.

[@Cokeanreeses]

So fugly it looks like a Buick

[@aerec9421]

Jaguar needs to give more attention on their INTERIOR instead of coming up with long and messed up names for their cars. SVR...HSE...R-dynamic S...R-dynamic SE...and whatever it is. Seems like a cheap trick and nothing more.