A new Kia EV6 or a used Jaguar I-Pace? Which would YOU choose?

[@Grimbo]

I remember watching this video when I was debating exactly this! Ordering a new EV6 or buying a used iPace. I went for the iPace (HSE 71 plate, 10,000 miles) and I love it! It has everything! It's such a fun and exciting car to drive, comfortable and has every feature I'd want. So thanks for this video - it certainly helped me make the right (I hope) decision!

[@davidvestey6014]

In 2 years with my second hand iPace it’s the first car where I haven’t missed a rear wiper and I find the (pre-facelift) infotainment really good. I chose it over the EV6 because, at the time, the EV6 had a 10 month order time and the Jag handled better. I can sit and cruise all day and then still have fun on the twisty roads. I have had 12v battery issues (fixed under warranty) but Kia, VW, older Teslas etc also have those issues. I’d like the faster charging but in the UK there aren’t many chargers over 100kWh anyway. Even if I won the lottery I wouldn’t buy anything else until there’s something with significantly better range and efficiency. I can’t believe you can get something electric this good for £30k. It’s just the best car I have ever driven.

[@emperorbruce1551]

I've owned my I-Pace HSE for 3.5 years and love it but when I had problems caused by a faulty 12V battery I started to look seriously at alternatives. I have driven the EV6 (and really liked it), the Audi, BMW, Merc's and Tesla's - all of which were very disappointing in their own ways but I was seriously interested in the EV6. But once the frustration of the 12V battery problem was fixed on the I-Pace I fell in love with it again. There are cars with more range than the 240 miles I get and that charge faster - but I have only charged away from home 5 times and never on a charger capable of more than 50kW. Both Jaguar and Kia have excellent Heads Up Display options - something which other manufacturers refuse to fit or charge a fortune for (I would never buy a car without HUD again). Every car is a compromise and everyone has their own preferences which are sometimes hard to put into words. I can live with the few things I'd like to improve on the I-Pace, except for the poor rear view. This problem is shared with the EV6 because they both have small rear windows and no rear wiper. I have fixed that for less than £200 by fitting an aftermarket electronic rearview mirror that includes front and rear dashcam's and because I have fitted the rear camera under the spoiler it is higher up than the reversing camera. Now I never have a problem with a dirty rear screen, a bulky load or passengers in the back seat obscuring the view. In years to come, I think that the I-Pace will become a classic collectors car, its aluminium construction will mean that it will still be in good condition long after all the steel Model 3's and the like have rusted away. It may well be that the battery will need replacing in another 7 years, who knows? But by then, new battery technology will be available to give a new lease of life with greater range and faster charging and when the car is 10 years old I might be prepared to risk testing the great off-road capability! Meanwhile, I'll still keep my eye out for something better just in case. I doubt that future Jaguar models will be in my price range and I had high hopes for the new Lotus SUV but from early photographs, it looks quite ugly. In my view nothing quite matches the style of the I-Pace (yet).

[@112deeps]

Agree. I really like ev6 sibling Genesis GV60 - more luxurious than Kia more like jaguar and very elegant

[@robertmenghini.Lambomad]

Thanks for your brilliant review, I’m thinking of buying one as I love the styling!

[@edutwin]

Your concerns sound very familiar to my own : the i-Pace is a wonderful car and although it’s technology is getting surpassed left and right by other brands i have not yet seen an EV that combines style, performance and luxury together. I am very very happy with my Jaguar despite my poor experiences with the JLR garage (also 12V related).

[@gbthegreat]

A very thoughtful and reflective post. I have been with my new to me i-pace for 2 weeks after 20+ years of ICE and honestly don’t miss ICE.

[@andreas6670]

Couldnt agree more with you. If you read this, please let me know what kind of rear view camera you installed. Do you see the image in the infotainment?

[@raminderjohar2586]

I have a 2022 Jaguar I Pace EV400 HSE, Santorini Black, Air Suspension, which I bought all new, will never trade this great looking car and the luxury it provides. All leather off white Windsor leather interior, Thank God no TV inside like other cars. We dropped Ford Macee Mustang, Tesla Model 3, and Kia EV 5 or 6. So much plastic being used in Kia and the metal sheet is so thin. You get what you pay for. Jaguar is a class of it's own. The range doesn't bother me, just charge after every 3 hours when on long drive, what's the rush, what else? I am not afraid of the discontinuance of the I Pace in 2025. It will be collectors item. Not afraid of the battery being degraded after 7 years and requires to change the battery. Tell me which Car gives you any guarantees of a life long Battery? Jaguar is expensive but the best looking EV. I don't have any problems with the Car, well as yet. Congrats to all proud Jaguar owners. So much negative talk about the I Pace on the You Tube, makes me sick.

[@jurijhohlov4525]

Good comparison. However, as an owner of Jag, I missed few important details about Jag. 1. Interior. Jag has extended leather interior, when the front dash and doors covered with the real leather. Also, alcantara headlining. This just gives different feel of interior. Even the smell is different. Which Kia will never have. 2. Suspension. There is air suspension option for Jag. That's just different league. 3. Maximum rims size are 22 inch. And it rides fantastically well with them. I don't feel any noticeable comfort difference between my winter 20 and summer 22. Haven't seen a car which rides so good on 22 wheels. 4. Audio. Meridian Surround is just fantastic system. Not sure if Kia has anything close in terms of sound. 5. Design. Of course this is very subjective. However, my opinion is Kia's design is kind of pop-ish. Looks actual now , but aging very fast. As it happens often with Asian brands. Jags on the other side is 5 years old and still looks fabulous! So all in all Jag is just a higher class of the car. If you can afford it go and take it!

[@SuperDudson]

Good comments. I think you are absolutely right about the styling. The Kia catches the eye, but at the same time there's a lot about it that seems naive. The rear spoiler integration into the side sweep is a nice gesture, but then they busied up the rear design with some other nonsense. The Jaguar styling exudes mature confidence. The Kia is a bit young and desperate.

[@lancelivingston1804]

I test drove the Kia because I like the look. The look of the KIA is nice, but you correct about the styling was disappointing. The sound was not quite there either. I purchased a used Jag and love it.

[@johnpaterson6112]

So he reverses out of his drive? Shame on him! If you cannot turn your car, you should reverse in so you can drive out safely.

[@Clown90125]

"What do you drive ?" "I drive a Kia". Hardly going to wow many people i don't care how expensive or feature laden it is. Saying "I drive a Jaguar" is different gravy.

[@Dentos19]

Got to agree with your comments the I pace is just a special feeling when your in it👍🥳

[@biggunsclub1]

Just got myself a bright blue I pace and absolutely love it. At the moment these are a hidden gem as they are extremely good value on the used market. I think people are worried about cost of ownership but all EVs have expensive components just get an extended warranty for £40 a month. And a lot more can go wrong with a combustion engine. But with the Jag you get Porsche 911 performance (almost) with pure luxury, refinement, an amazing digital cockpit and a great Meridian sound system. It’s a no brainer! Once people discover just how good these cars are demand will rise as will prices. Get one while you can

[@johndoyle4723]

Thanks, I thought long and hard about this, and went for the EV6, I have had it about 6 months now and it is without doubt the best car I have ever owned. I have owned Jags, and Range rovers etc, but this Kia is amazing.

[@bugsbeeware]

We traded in our Jaguar I Pace for the EV6 and love the EV6 so much more! I think you made the right decision too!

[@Simon6776]

Totally agree...had my rear wheel drive EV6 for 2 months and just fantastic....amazeballs!

[@philipneville4207]

If you’re happy owning / driving a Kia, good luck to you. Not for me thanks. I’ll stick with my Jag.

[@tominftlthomasp3559]

Love my EV6 also. Got the wind with the Tech package. No complaints after over 2500 miles so far.

[@Jon_Godfrey]

Good review but for me the poor charge speed and infotainment is a deal breaker. Warranty too. The tech in the Kia is a generation ahead of the Jag.

[@Cedar1956]

Great review! I drove an Ipace and loved it. Just felt right. Of course, above my pay grade and here in the states the upgraded infotainment and slightly faster charger you got in 2020 didn't get here until 2022, so out of the question for me. I ended up getting a 2022 Kia EV6 WIND AWD with tech package and couldn't be happier. Although, I do know what your wife means by "Meaty!" Cheers!

[@davidlucia6552]

To begin, I have been leasing a 2019 I-Pace in the USA since November 2019, and I plan to purchase this quality built vehicle in the next 3 weeks. I love driving the I-pace around town, and I charge nightly in the garage. I only have 2 negatives regarding this vehicle: 1. The low Amp starting battery (required but has a limited life), and 2. That JLR has not come forward to offer current owners the opportunity to upgrade their electrical from the 7KW to 11KW charging. As the I-Pace is a completely new vehicle from the ground up, comparing it to any previous Jaguar in terms of reliability and build quality is highly biased; especially since the I-Pace is built in Austria by Magna Steyr. I do agree the view out the rear window is quite limiting; at least there is a back-up camera. As I am the only driver of my I-Pace, and I almost never have rear seat passengers, removing the rear seat headrests does increase the view. Residents of the UK, may be interested to learn Jaguar in the USA includes a 5 year/60,000 mile warranty on the I-Pace with an 8 year/100,000 (70% State of Health) warranty on the battery.

[@johnkellett7797]

My Audi A2 has had a perfectly functioning lack of a rear wiper for 225,000 miles. It is the cars with rear window wipers that are the design failures.

[@frankparisi2433]

I have the old infotainment system. With the software updates it works just fine and mine came with a Meridian sound system. It's a beautiful car and rides mountain roads as well as my C7 Corvette. The luxury of the Ipace is first class. We get many looks. I love my Ipace.

[@CoachVicTheLandInvestor]

i did this same comparison, but I went with a used i-pace. I love it. I hate how slow the infotainment is tho.

[@tripero011]

Amazing review, thanks! Getting my I-pace next week 😃

[@Dark_Vader888]

Brain says EV6 or Ioniq5 but my heart and soul says used Jaguar. It's so beautiful beside the homely EV6 and Ioniq5.

[@Richie5903]

Funnily enough , I just purchased a used i-Pace after looking around. Its almost 3 years old and its the base S model ... but it had a lot of options added to it ( its probably more like the SE ) and as far as im concerned it was a complete bargain at £29,500 considering it only had 7500 miles on it. Ive come from an XF so its a big step up for me and personally I think its an absolutely awesome car. I might have considered an EV 6 as that was another car I was looking at but for the price and the brand it had to be the i-Pace

[@dangosypethau]

what's your 3 years battery degradation? I hear it can be circa 10%.

[@fsr170409]

Great review and very honest,I've test driven most of the new Ev,s including the EV6 I'm 5ft10 and found it a very uncomfortable and clostrophobic car it just wasn't for me.I then ordred an Ioniq5 but after a 5 month wait I cancelled it. I've now bought a 71 plate Jaguar I pace SE with 6000 miles on the clock and it's amazing after the dealer contributions and a free podpoint home charger it cost the same as the Ioniq5.

[@buzzofftoxicblog791]

Good choice icon car also not mentioned is its made of light aluminium. Hope Jag make low light fast 2 seater 🌞

[@mikejoseph425]

I have had a Jag SE for almost 4 years and apart from a few software glitches when the car was new, perfect behaviour since The Jag is so nice in every respect, it is difficult to describe, perhaps “like a partner you never get bored with”

[@AutoEV]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment Mike. I’m a big fan of the I-Pace (as you know!) and will be featuring it on the channel again soon.

[@chrisnic8894]

Great video, very much looking forward to my HSE Black edition iPace arriving in the next few months. As a company car it was precious little more than the Kia 👍

[@26N80W]

I recently made this choice as I considered the Kia and when I found a I-Pace which had just come in off lease with 19,000 miles, I bought it. Best car I have ever owned. I highly. recommend the I-Pace. The finish and material quality of the I-Pace is a much higher quality that the EV6. They are both beautiful cars although I have a bias for the I-Pace.

[@johnafish]

Very happy with my I-Pace, though it has the new infotainment system, I have never used the old version.

[@johnbrown3951]

Thanks for a very interesting and informative review. We have just traded in our E Pace for an i Pace delivery due Friday so extra relevant to me. I liked and subscribed for you because you made a long film seem so short. Thanks.

[@glenwoodriverresidentsgrou136]

Outstanding review of the exact two cars I am considering, even down to the colors. With the Kia I would need a separate set of wheels for canyon carving. Canyon carving comes included with the IPace. Like you, I think the used iPace wins by a nose.

[@poplaurentiu4148]

For more people inside space and practical adventure side definitely would make sense to consider other options in the same price range but again these are not bad either so i agree..

[@jonwylde7979]

Easy to watch and well informed test. Thank you, I’ve just gone down the used I Pace route.

[@thegreatpaulsmith]

Had an ipace HSE. It's a luxury car compared to the EV6 which is more economical The Jags driving dynamics are fantastic and underrated Your reviews are always accurate

[@johnw65uk]

Tried both and the I pace is just better in every way. Kia controls feel like a 90s hifi in comparison. You sit in the jag and it just feels a class up and it drives great for a large car.

[@paramdeepdhaliwal9694]

Thanks for another wonderful comparison between two e v although I don't like ev cars but bcoz of ur presentation and simplicity I couldn't stop myself to watch this video I m following u from past few months u rock sir keep it up bravo love and greetings from Toronto Canada

[@nickd3178]

Good video but pretty sure that air suspension is an option on ipace , even HSE version.

[@marcbungener1877]

🙏 I couldn’t believe someone has done this very precise comparison as this very question was on my mind !👏👏. The one thing that bugs me with the Jag is the slow DC charging. I’d be also looking at the Lexus rz450e

[@AutoEV]

Glad you enjoyed the video Marc. Obviously we will be looking to get our hands on the Lexus as soon as we are able to and bring you the definitive verdict. Stick with us! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@jed1mstr]

About the rear window lack of wiper: Clearsight rear mirror makes that totally unnecessary for the Jag. The view out of the rear window in the jag is horrible anyway but the Rear Clearsight mirror camera (mounted on the antennae shark fin) is separate from the rear camera mounted on the boot handle and both cameras make backing out better than any view through the rear window itself. Also the rear backup camera has a spray to clear out any gunk that works very well.

[@Joe-lb8qn]

More cars without rear wipers need this sort of setup.

[@mrmuds8624]

18:33 I can't unsee ET's head evertime I see those headrests now 🤣

[@trevorpen]

I have had my I-pace for 3.5 years and its been fantastic, no problems including the entertainment system, maybe a bit slower than the new system but perfectly acceptable.

[@emperorbruce1551]

I have also had my I-Pace for 3.5 years and I agree that the entertainment system is perfectly acceptable. There were quite a few problems at first but software updates have made a big difference. If you buy a second-hand car make sure that the software has been fully updated.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

How is the entertainment system compared now if you buy a brand-new one, which EV would you buy today?

[@trevorpen]

@@bavariancarenthusiast2722 Very pleased with the info. and entertainment system. The i pace is the car for me, I will be getting a new one early next year.

[@beemer4950]

Very good review and resonates with the dilemma I had. After waiting 5 months for my new Kia and no end in sight to delivery I cancelled my order and got a 3.5 year old ipace with 10,000 miles. It cost more - 2nd hand prices are very high but am very pleased with it. I do wonder if in the long term I have made the right decision - only time will tell. Without doubt the ipace feels like a premium car and you feel special driving it - the performance and handling is mind blowing. Other than a slow to operate sat nav and the apple car play doesn’t want to play ball it seems fine to me. This was a lottery win car for me and so chuffed that I have got one - 2nd hand just put it in reach.

[@fsr170409]

I had the same wait for an Ioniq5, I cancelled mine and couldn't believe that with the Jaguar £3000 dealer contributions and a free podpoint home charger it was actually cheaper than the Ioniq5. I've only had the car a couple of weeks but it's amazing.I definitely think that you made a very wise choice.

[@marcbungener1877]

recently in my country (Switzerland) the i-Pace became a real bargain due to a flood* of i-Pace coming of lease. This combined with a lack of notoriety (everyone having forgotten about it being the car of the year…bad management by Bolloré deciding to only update details and NOT the thing that matter (better thermal management of the battery leading to competitive charging speed) means that now the clearing price (price at which it goes in one week) is close to 65% discount from new for a 2019. Just bought one in fact with such a discount, 12 month warranty as well as 4 new wheels with winter tires included. (HSE First Edition January 2019 with 58’000 km (not miles)). *flood is relative, as they never sold well in the first place and remains a rare sight - but it is a flood in relation to what the market CAN absorb hence the recent steep price drop.

[@walterk8602]

I enjoyed the review. I've owned an ipace 2yrs and 11mths now and still look for any opportunity for a drive. It's gone 41000mls to date and has had only one problem that stopped it, which was fixed by a software upgrade. I don't notice the laggy info centre because I only use it for voice phone calls, maps, radio and trip info, all of which are fast enough. There are 2 features in the ev6 that would be nice... the 800v system and the dog clutch a front wheel. I am sure that in the next 3 years will bring other ideas so I'll keep the ipace for some time yet.

[@chills996]

I think a big part of your decision will be how soon you need/want the car… waiting lists for EV6 is ridiculous now. I ordered a GT Line S in Jan and will be lucky if I get it by end of the year. 😢 Great video, thanks. 👍

[@hayke02]

We also ordered our GT Line-S in mind-Jan, but we are being told June for delivery. Our's is RWD with a heat pump. I have a feeling that the AWD are super popular and are taking forever to build/deliver

[@chills996]

@@hayke02 Congrats. Yes, I think maybe the AWD does make a difference with order times, sadly. Hope you’re really happy with your car and I guess I’ll (un)patiently keep waiting for mine.

[@genes6043]

Yes, I think that's partially a function of the incredibly high demand for the EV6 (and Ioniq 5). Would definitely be happy to have an EV6 on my driveway...

[@jghall00]

Got the used I-Pace this year. Getting a used EV6 GT next year.

[@AutoEV]

Stay tuned to the channel - EV6 GT review coming soon……

[@tuppid2463]

I purchased the first edition back in 2018. It had a few issues regarding the screens. I loved the handling but not the range. It was £80k back then and range could easily drop to around 150 miles if you used it slightly enthusiastically. I returned it after 2 weeks because of that. I’m glad I did as depreciation is eye water like all current EV’s. Seriously considering buying a 1-2 year old example though. New electric Jags coming out soon should be very interesting but I just can’t stand loosing £30-40k in depreciation over such a short period of time.

[@CameronJay]

Brilliant, even more relevant today I think as I'm specifically looking at these two cars. 👍

[@Martin-cc5xn]

We have an ionic 5 ultimate (same platform as Kia Ev6) and we just purchased a used approved first edition iPace, both are great cars but the iPace is definitely a class above, the design, interior finish and quality of the Jag is gorgeous and the driving experience is engaging and thrilling in dynamic mode. I’ve owned top spec bmw, Audi and mercs and can honestly say Ipace is best car I’ve ever owned. It was a car way ahead of its time in my opinion.

[@JT-ng6nq]

what year i pace?

[@Martin-cc5xn]

@@JT-ng6nq first edition 2019

[@bugsbeeware]

We had the 1st Edition Jaguar I-Pace just shy of 3 years. The tech in the car was so inconsistent not to mention the SQUEEKY brakes! The sensors in the Jaguar would beep after being completely stopped, the Lane keep assist would "nudge" the car even though the blinker was on to turn that direction, the infotainment screen would stay black at times for 2 - 5 minutes.... The Jaguar dealership brought me gas loaner cars when they would service the I Pace. Some of the exact same issues occurred in their gas cars, so it wasn't a First Edition Electric Car issue. We have traded the I Pace for the EV6, as we like the shape and look of both cars. We couldn't be happier with the KIA EV6 and love it so much more than the consistently-inconsistent Jaguar. My adult children have stated that the back seat area is much more roomy and comfortable in the EV6 than the I Pace too. The I -Pace had higher end finishes like suede roof panels, but I would give them up any day for safety and consistency. Our 1st edition I Pace with 21" wheels also got 185 - 200 miles on a charge when doing freeway driving. :( The I Pace can take a maximum charger of 150 kw, while the EV6 can charge by a 350 kw charger! Happy shopping to those reading and glad you're shopping for an EV!

[@jimji2774]

Great concept to compare the used Jaguar to the new Kia because they'd be similar in price. They both look nice on the outside but the Jaguar is another level inside. Also many people say that the Kia is not a good handling vehicle when cornering and that the Jaguar is which would make all the difference to me. Favorite feature on the Kia is the adjustable Regen located on the steering wheel via paddle shifters. I found I was using them like down shifters brilliant. It's hard to get either one of these cars in the states right now. Would love to see a comparison between the i pace and the pole star 2 is there both more of a driver's car. I could listen to your Scottish accent all day btw.

[@jessicagarner-smith7454]

I have the EV6 GT S AWD and sold my Ipace HSE to buy the EV6. I have driven Jaguar for decades but the every worsening quality of Jagura cars and JLR in general persuaded me to look around for my next EV. The tech in the EV6 specially the top of the range like mine and also the interior makes my old Ipace look like something from the 80's. The one big difference between the 2 is the EV^s charging ability, speed etc. I have now ordered the EV6 GT as I have been that impressed with the EV. As for being a drivers car, as an ex ipace owner the EV6 is far more of a driver's car than both the ipace and the pole star. In the GT version EV6, it is beast ready made for the track.

[@MaxZweber-qo2jr]

I have the 2019 hse and absolutely love it, gray and black, bad ass

[@ekyu88]

RainX doesn't work with an afternoon snowstorm in Utah with 6 inches or more. We need a rear windshield wiper period.

[@logicpro8382]

Thanks for this amazinfg video, really enoyed in. Just sold my 2021 EV6 after 19 months, what a great great car! but had issues after 19month, no parts unless you wait 3-6 months!!! actually just broke even when selling and got my deposit, EV6 was left down by Kia itself on parts and quality really, fragile plastic inside, fragile exterior paint, Kia warrenty will not cover everything, never in its life gets 300+ miles range unless you drive at 40mph (tracked with GPS)...anyway, I wont put anyonme off an EV6, great machine you will not regret buying one. I paid £43k for it with £4k deposit in with heatpump. Sold for £39k, got £4k deposit back and broke even. I paid just under £12k in PCP renetals in 19 months, thats expensive for a Kia! thats what you get for buying new. Not so much depreciation but the cars been for sale since I took it into Kia dealership.... not moved yet. I have since moved onto a £0 deposit 2020, 29k miles driven e-tron 55 luanch edition with all factory options selected, 3 year extended Audi warranty, 5 left on battery, 2 free services, refurbed all 4 wheel and new tires, paint detailed/corrected, free wall charger voucher, extended myAudi/Maps licence for 4 years, 1 free year access to Audi charging by Elli, black Audi emblems from dealership and fitment. The e-Tron was cheaper than the Kia in total and it's cheaper per month, with £0 deposit. Yes its only 200-240 miles range thoughout the year but I'll live with that, charging is fast, e-Tron is a rocket at charging, faster than the Kia was on 150kw chargers anyway, 2-80% in under 22mins. i charge at home and a full tank on the e-tron costs me £6.40, gets 200ish miles.I do find the e-tron in dynamic mode/boost mode, faster, more capible than the EV6 was, its a big wagon tbh, I trust it better for some reason, it handles better, in the wet, EV6 was a slipper car, back end kicking out mostly with the slightest of wet/damp scottish conditions,, e-tron is in its own leauge with quality and kit, way above what Kia was IMO. The list price of the e-tron I just bought was £89750 bacsue the sticker was on the cars log sheet in glove box lol... So, this goes to show how bad depreciation actually is for some cars. There are mega used EV deals out there!. We also got a used e-208 for the Mrs, 2020 plate, 3k miles driven from CARZ for £24k. It;s basically a new car on an old plate, fantactic wee car, 200 miles range in town easy. I did look at i-pace, but they wanted £££ deposit.... and didnt have spec I wanted. Yet again, enother great car! I did drive the Tesla Y and M3, wasnt a fan, BMW were too expensive for me. Wish I had found an i-pace i liked though. I have seen EVs gopes for £8k! usually nice i3's

[@steffenjensen9350]

Brian ! Very interesting review ! About the AWD system on the I-page,,,is it permanent, or RWD biased like the Kia, with the electromechanical clutch to the front axel ? The consumption kWh/100 km benefits from that feature in the Kia, so range is “equal” even with the smaller battery.

[@JasonBedient]

Two of the three cars i've been interested in. Perfect! Thanks so much!

[@tomquimby8669]

I like the time stamps as it allows viewers to go the the conclusion to see if the review was a waste of time watching as indicated by another 2 guys turning up to trash your opinion. Thankfully not this time so it is safe to go back to the beginning and watch through.

[@amwphotos]

Find an older ipace and they're the same price as a new Nissan leaf which is frankly incredible!

[@petemitchell9111]

Really helpful review as I'm on exactly this journey. Thanks in part to your excellent reviews I'd whittled down the choice to Enyaq (my head) and EV6 (my heart) and now this third possibility comes along as the Ev6 (my head) and (ever since watching the speedo judder to the ton on our neighbour's Mark 2, I've always wanted one) the Jag (my heart). Used I-paces seem incredibly good value but there are so many bad reviews of reliability and particularly of bad service from dealers that I fear buying a car with such a short warranty period. I could justify the extra insurance and servicing costs by the saving in buying used but the peace of mind of a 7 year warranty on an EV6 is very persuasive.

[@Kellric7]

Yes ! At last a comparison of those 2 cars I love the most ! Bought a used I-Pace 20 months ago and it's the best car I've ever driven, looks incredible and driving fast is as nice as driving cool on this I-Pace :). EV6 is certainly not as fun to drive but I'm wondering if the EV6 GT would be a worthy successor. Love all your review but I have to say the older infotainment is not bad : I had like 4-5 OTA updates and now there are nearly no more bugs and CarPlay works perfectly, and I find the design of this infotainment much better than in the EV6 which looks cheap and dated. Also you can setup the screen behind the wheel with full map, 1 or 2 dials, driving assist etc, so I definitely think it's certainly not that bad.

[@jaguargirl5747]

Except that the I pace catching on fire lately. Kia EV 6 has more features and better info tainment etc. Been driving I pace for 4 years and changed to Kia EV 6. I pace is history and not impressive anymore. Even with the Jaguar logo. Its passé

[@Kellric7]

@@jaguargirl5747 i have ordered an EV6 GT

[@jaguargirl5747]

@@Kellric7 nice Eric!!! I want to upgrade my EV6 to GT too. I hope you like it. Let me know your feedback if possible. Just curious

[@Kellric7]

@@jaguargirl5747 I'm afraid you'll have to wait for a loooong time, 28 months delay for delivery...

[@Dentos19]

The I pace interior is absolutely superb, great ride comfort lively styling,it oozes quality when you are in it,a used one at 25-39k will be a great buy 8 yr free on the battery, but estimated at least 13 years the use is the best to go for👍❤️🥳

[@christianvandyck3425]

Top review, the design and class of the I pace are irresistible i'm agree

[@jessicagarner-smith7454]

as an ex ipace owner I now look at my EV6 next to an Ipace and realise just how old fashioned the ipace is. They need to do a restyle badly as it just looks like ancient compared to the new mercedes and BMW's.

[@navemas]

Brilliant explanation of the differences btw the two ev cars. Like the ipace for bigger boot and perks come with it. But surely GT ev6 is not bad. Welldone.

[@100tinsoldiers]

Great reviews I’ve always loved the iPace. Thank you for calling vegan leather Vinyl, you’re my hero :)

[@nigelstarkey9399]

Great review and a clever way to make comparison on similar price cars. The only thing I would perhaps consider is 'whole life cost of ownership'. Finance agreements and residual values can have a marked difference on true cost ownership. We bought an BMWiX3 MSport Pro 2022 model in March, which after shopping around came out overall cheaper over 4 years than the lesser model MSport some £3,000 screen price less. And also, new cars have much more attractive finance rates subsidised by manufactures than second owned cars. Food for thought and maybe easy to research?

[@emperorbruce1551]

I agree. The problem with EV's is that the market doesn't understand them yet so it's impossible to estimate a realistic 'whole life cost of ownership'. EV's have less moving parts than ICE cars and so will age and wear out in different ways. We will not know what the typical useful life of an EV battery is for another 4 or 5 years and. I suspect that we will find that the average life of an EV could be double what we now expect from an ICE car. Whilst the cost of replacing the battery might be several thousand pounds, it's still less than changing an ICE drivetrain. Apart from accidents, the main reasons for scrapping cars are rust and wear of the moving parts in the engine, gearbox, clutch, turbocharger, differential, cooling system etc.

[@CampGareth]

​@Emperor Bruce we've got two good data points for how EVs age in the renault zoe and the nissan leaf. Of those one takes great care of its battery and in return has plenty of health a decade later. Modern cars broadly take great care of their batteries. Expensive parts that fail early are the onboard charger in 2011-2012 Leafs and the aircon system on Zoes which is only expensive because of its tight integration with the battery.

[@taomahNEGEV]

The KIA EV6 anytime or space without the slightest shadow of a doubt against the posh Jaguar. However, the Polestar 2 might be a more worthy contender.

[@davidvestey6014]

This was my dilemma, with such great tax advantages for company EVs in the UK. I’ve gone for the iPace because it’s British, a bit nicer, controls are a bit easier in my opinion, it looks a bit nicer, it’s a bit faster, boot is a bit bigger and I couldn’t live with that funny boot spoiler on the EV6; most importantly, there’s a 10 month wait for the Kia, and I would always have regretted not trying the Jag. One small thing, I’d never realised how much more intuitive it would be to have the steering wheel buttons on the correct side for a right hand drive car. Close run thing as the Jag is a bit too flashy for me and really a bit too wide for the lanes around here (maybe the Kia is too), and perhaps it will do a few more miles on a charge? At three years old my Jag is immaculate and feels new, just make sure you get the right spec… I didn’t remember to check for heated seats 🤭 A little bit less efficient (2.7-3 miles/kWh) but no regrets while I wait for a Mini Clubman EV with 250 miles of range 🙂

[@clivemarshallchef]

Great review thank you. Only comment is that 'Vegan Leather' can be PVC or PU, vinyl or polyurethane. Clive.

[@CrownRider]

I had my I-PACE since December 2018 and it had a problem with the airco when full cooling power was needed. The dealer was working for five years on this but couldn't fix it. In December 2023 they changed out the 12 Volt power supply distribution box because of a fault message deep in the software. Late spring 2024 I found out the airco finally worked OK. Was it a coincidence? Nobody knows.

[@7mgeller]

Impossible to put these in the same class. Jag, even today, is still compatible with most EVs and better looking with a better ride, more comfort and just a true luxe feeling. Sorry, pass on the Kia, as good as it may be to some. I don't drive a car based on how fast it charges when l generally charge at home and never drive more than 100 miles in a day. If l have to suffer a bit of a wait to harge up to do an occassional long distance drive to live with the Jag...happy to take the break.😅

[@AleRon72]

Ok. So real world here. I've owned an iPace for 2 years and recently took an EV6on an extended test drive as the logical successor. Bot, oh, what a relief to get back into the unfussy, superbly performing iPace. Ionia 5 is better than the ev6,but neither gets close to the iPace.

[@robertmenghini.Lambomad]

Awesome video thanks

[@AutoEV]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@stephanmosbleck4535]

Thx for the report. Funny is that I´m just asking myself that question: Used I-Pace or nearly new EV6. Beside your comments and explanations the comments of all viewers are also very informative. But that there are no technical problems with the Jag is not correct, is it? Here in Germany the Jag has a big issue with the HV battery, which requires an exchange of it, as far as I understood. And it´s not only related to the MY 2019/2020 but also to MY´s of 2021/2022. Of course before buying one I just have to make sure that this upgrade has been done already by Jaguar. Regarding the usability: I´m just wondering how you will succeed to charge the 77kWh battery of the EV6 within 7h 20min from 0...100% with a 7kW AC charger... (at 35:26) 🙂 Thank you again and kind regards Stephan

[@kristaps760]

Missed the review of how both car boots look with the back seats down.

[@matthewstanton9633]

I have had an I Pace for over two years now and recently test drove the kia as a second car for my other half and it just didn't match up. Although it seemed fairly roomy I kept banging my head on the side of the roof (don't think at 6'2" I have ever felt so cramped in the front seat of a car). I wanted to like it but in every respect the I pace is still a cut above in just about every respect. A decent low mileage I pace would definitely be a better bet. Having said that the full fat Gt version of the kia could be interesting. Its an absolute travesty that jaguar haven't released an SVR version of the I Pace

[@davewatts7444]

I'm going electric and my first choice is the Ipace, at the moment there are jags available for 20 grand. As to some of the downsides of the I pace, the infotainment stuff, I'm a radio4 man, I've no need for sat nav, as to range, 294 no chance but 254 is in reality, for my weekly needs that would be 5 weeks worth. Charging at home at night 7p a kWh so running costs as we say up north, nowt. This will as I am almost 76 my last car so I'm going out with the best exterior, best interior great range what's not to like?❤

[@goatschessefan]

Would love your take on a Polestar 2 vs EV6 comparison 👍🏻

[@Lyndalewinder]

LOL - no comparison

[@jorgepiedra5001]

The Jaguar is very good off road with it's rising air suspension and very good angles of attack a departure.

[@TerenceBiddle]

Im a jag lover currently with an ftype. Considering an ipace as a second car mainly for local journeys, but i am concerned to buy one is a bit like buying a 3-4 year old iphone. Works but not as good as a new one. Im also not convinced jag are in anyway interested in keeping it up to date with software updates in particular as they are to stop production soon. I think the comments an amazing car has been left behind is correct. Jag would rather you buy a new one than encourage the used EV market

[@ralfstahlmann5331]

Btw. It is illegao (Highway code) to reverse out of your drive.

[@Lyndalewinder]

I have an Ioniq 5 but given the choice you have offered I would go for the EV6 over the Jag (and I have owned a Jag in the past) mainly because of the 7 year warranty!

[@yingmustang67]

If you had a choice again, do you choose EV6 over the Ioniq 5? I've bought the 3,5 years young Ioniq 28 kwh, I really like mine car!

[@Lyndalewinder]

@@yingmustang67 Maybe - a hard choice - but if so it would be because of the slightly larger battery and slightly longer guarantee. The next version of the Ioniq 5 will have the same big battery as the EV6 and a camera to make up for the lack of rear wiper. In three years I might go for one of those unless something more exciting comes along.

[@yingmustang67]

@@Lyndalewinder In the Netherlands you can upgrade you're Hyundai for an extra 2 years of warranty, so you also have 7 years with a max 160.000 miles/200.000 km on it. Even better than the Kia warranty! I think, the Ionic 5 is a great looking car!

[@dennox1]

Just moving from a Range Rover to a EV6. Haven’t had any of the JLR problems and I know the Kia badge isn’t the same but it’s just going to be more reliable than the jaguar.

[@gunnarkarlsson195]

I understand that Jag has updated the infotainment/screen functions. Can early cars, like from 2019 be upgraded to later status?

[@AutoEV]

The newer cars use the Pivi Pro system that JLR now use throughout their products ranges. This isn't just a software update, but a different system, so as far as I am aware, the earlier cars cannot be retrospectively fitted with the Pivi Pro system.

[@stuartverrico8553]

At last I found a full in depth SERIOUS review. I am so fed up of stupid jokes and slap stick comedy with some car reviews. Interested in the EV6, but having to pay that much money for a Kia. I seriously think they they should rebrand their premium cars, as Toyota have Lexus. I’m buying a one year old I Pace.

[@AutoEV]

First of all Stuart, thank you for watching, taking the time to comment, and for your kind words. It is an interesting point you raise, however, as Kia is a sister brand to Hyundai, who also owns Genesis, they see the latter one as the premium brand. In other words, if you want a car that is essentially an EV6, then you buy the Genesis GV60. Kia will try to be a more sporting, youthful brand, with Hyundai remaining the core volume one, but with its sporting 'N' sub brand. Watch out for the future Ioniq 5 N for instance! But seriously, take a look at the Genesis GV60 too. A fine motor car in our view. Thanks again for watching and supporting the channel. Bryan @ AutoEV.

[@stuartverrico8553]

Thanks for your reply. I have looked at the Geneses model. Very interesting but not many about. From the three models I found, I really like the 70, but as I said before I will buy an I Pace in the new year, lots of 2022 models to choose from in Germany, not many in Bulgaria where I reside. Thanks again for an in depth serious review. Stuart.

[@redshift3]

"Dearth" means a lack or scarcity of something. You used it twice with the opposite intended meaning

[@wattouk]

I'd chose the Kia everytime. If only for the warranty. In my work, I could tell some horror stories about Land Rover/Jaguar cars. The number of failed central door locking motors I have seen fail on XF's alone ? I've lost count.

[@putthegundownkinkade]

The i pace is built by Magna Steyr so probably the best built and most reliable jag in history.

[@Beardedbob]

nice comparison thanks

[@AutoEV]

Glad you liked it

[@grahamcook9289]

Yes, you are right. The red body colour does the iPace no favours.

[@chrispenn715]

The 7 year warranty has to be a massive consideration - +much as I love the Jaguar brand, the i-Pace is almost at end of life and I'd be concerned at potential out of warranty repair costs....... That's before you consider the better range and faster charging of the Kia. Yes the i-Pace may be nicer to drive and sit in, but this would be secondary for me.

[@christiangoy6643]

The real answer to this question is: a Genesis GV 60 Sport+ ;)

[@112deeps]

Those slashed led lights are like tigers whiskers....

[@m9dlh]

really is the best review ever - thanks.

[@AutoEV]

Thank you very much. What a lovely comment to receive. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@hteguencour]

Jag is the best ! I’m owner of that car And it’s a fantastic car , I love it !!!

[@murzbustik5815]

I am currently thinking of buying I-Pace 2020 400 S (basic specs), Which one do you have and what would you say about it?

[@hteguencour]

Mine is SE model. It’s perfect !

[@chrismaud215]

The back end of the Kia is just plain ugly.

[@paulgalley1100]

I've leased an i pace since 2020. It's been plagued with poor reliability and is currently with jaguar waiting on a 12v battery replacement with an eta of 2 months! I have an ev6 on order as a replacement and can't wait to be rid of the jaguar.

[@passionnotparked9099]

The only Fault of the Ipace is that it's a Jaguar...if it was a Tesla, Merc, Lexus it would be the #1 selling EV. Those that are Dismissing it, clearly has never driven one. If Jaguar would update the Ipace infotainment system it would be the Perfect EV made by BMW. Now go try one and tell me I'm wrong.

[@dasunikat1534]

The price for a new one is just too high for the specs/tech you get. It's a great luxurious car, but only an average EV. The ev6 ist the better EV. And that at almost half the price. That's what's wrong about the jaguar. Otherwise it's great product.

[@zeethree]

The tech in the Jag is outdated. Not just the poor infotainment, the charging speed, efficiency, etc. EVs are tech and the ipace is obsolete.

[@MiccaPhone]

efficiency and charge speed is way too bad - simply outdated.

[@marcelslofstra2157]

@@zeethreeI thought EV’s were supposed to save the planet. Calling barely five year old cars ‘obsolete’ doesn’t really vibe with that.

[@eblues8367]

Sadly, they've never sorted-out the dreadful inefficiency of the drive train. Otherwise, I've always loved its design.; it's a very handsome looking car!

[@gordoncrichton7657]

Great review of the cars. I don’t have the sun roof, I am 6ft 2 the Kia is one of the best seat positions of any I have had car. I also have the old Volvo XC90 and it as good as that.

[@t8polestarcyan22]

What's the used iPace's battery SOH? If it's that well priced, surely it must have serious battery degradation. If that's true I'll not hesitate to go for a brand new Kia EV6.

[@andy7325]

Interesting concept to compare new to used. I think that you don't take into account something significant and that's battery degradation. The Kia already has a slight advantage on range new against new, but I would imagine that a used Jag would have lost some range over 2 years or more.

[@AutoEV]

Thanks @Andy. Yes, I see your point, however as we have no way of measuring that, we tend to stay away from the issue rather than give false or incorrect figures. But you do raise a valid point. Another New v's Used video has just gone live, so if you liked this one, check out the new one! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@Kellric7]

Battery health of my 4 years old I-Pace is still 93%

[@marktiller1383]

I'd have the ipace, maybe not in that red. My dad had p5 rover, s class jags, 420 , xj s and my 10 year's older sisters boyfriend alway had e types. Im collecting a pre owned17K km white ipace in a week's time. It won't be as economical as my gen 1 ioniq, but at least the interior will be an extremely nice place to be.

[@ajl12no]

EV6 wins IMO

[@richardhaywoodh]

Great comparison. You hit the Emperor's New Clothes issue of the missing rear wiper right on the head. When will the manufacturers understand axrear wiper is essential, air flow does not clear the rear screen on your drive or in Urban traffic, and not even vert well at speed from the videos I have seen. We are in 2022 not 1977 when a poverty versionFord Fiesta Pop lacked a rear wiper!

[@mmazourov]

Jag looks quite a bit bigger and yet it is really quite unpractical with giant doors (car park headaches), quite low door openings (even for me - a relatively fit bloke getting my son into the baby seat is a pain), the boot is small for the size of the vehicle (with a pram we could fit a small suitcase and an overnight bag, but that was IT). Been driving the Jag for a year and love the way it handles, but can’t wait for an electric equivalent of a Skoda Yeti - it was such a practical and comfy car…

[@trenier23]

Wouldn't it be fun if JAG emulated the E Type in an EV.

[@leoclarke6462]

Brilliant review Bryan thank you, but what about the Mustang Mache E for comparison ?

[@AutoEV]

That’s the feature of another video…..coming soon! Thanks for continuing to support us Leo! Good to have you back!

[@alanrobinson2229]

I was looking at the possibility of buying a 2019 jaguar I pace S,£22.500,62k miles. Is there much to be concerned about?

[@AutoEV]

Infotainment that can be laggy and problematic seems to be the main issue. In terms of what I’ve heard about drivetrain and other electrics, the majority seem fairly robust. Some good forums around for I-Pace owners, so might be worth connecting with a few owners on there to get their experiences.

[@alanrobinson2229]

@@AutoEV Faulty electrics,water leakage,lithium batteries bursting into flames while charging,scary stuff on forums.

[@AutoEV]

@@alanrobinson2229 haven’t heard of fires in my time. But then I don’t own one.

[@alanrobinson2229]

@@AutoEV seems it's the lg chem manufacturer,same with Chevy bolt

[@conradmilson6654]

Others reviews say the road noise in the I-Pace is appalling.

[@AutoEV]

Well, I haven’t found that, and I’ve driven them over quite a distance and many different road surfaces on different wheel sizes….

[@colinmattocks2280]

Do notch back saloons have rear wipers? No. Do they get rain or ice collecting on the rear window? Yes. The reason we started to see rear wipers fitted to hatchbacks and estates was due to muck and filth being thrown up and sticking on the rear window. These manufacturers have it right, the aero on these cars prevents road grime getting to the rear screen. . I have had my I-Pace for 4 1/2 years now covering nearly 50,000 miles and the rear screen just doesn't get dirty and obscured and rear wipers just look ugly so why add them and destroy the drag coefficient.

[@pranay.jangde3537]

There is no comparison between because jaguar is luxurious car. Level of jaguar is very High !