Jaguar E-Pace review

Driving position

The inside of the Jaguar E-Pace is a comfortable place to be whether you're settling into a long road trip or just nipping to the shops.

The elevated driving position gives a great view out the front, while a wide array of steering wheel and seat adjustability makes it easy to get comfy.

Tech and features

Equipment levels are impressive, with the entry-level E-Pace featuring Jaguar's InControl Touch Pro infotainment system, dual-zone climate control and front and rear parking sensors.

Higher spec S trim models add 12-way electrically adjustable seats with four-way lumbar support and leather upholstery.

SE and HSE versions boast a range of extra safety features and luxury goodies, such as a Meridian sound system and keyless entry.

Go for R-Design versions of each trim level, and you get sporty design flourishes, both inside and out, as well as figure-hugging sports seats.

The E-Pace's cabin is generally high quality – it's well put together, boasting a number of styling elements from the F-Type sports car.

Mid-range models and above boast upmarket Jaguar touches like double-stitched leather and chrome finishing trim, although some of the cheaper black plastics dotted around the interior let it down a little.

Handling and ride comfort

When it comes to driving dynamics, the E-Pace gives its rivals a run for their money.

All versions handle well, offering plenty of grip from the tyres, while pleasantly weighty steering gives you good feedback from the road surface and added confidence in corners.

The E-Pace's suspension set-up makes negotiating your favourite B-road a hoot, while models with four-wheel drive add more traction and agility to the overall driving experience.

It's a fun drive all around.

All models have plenty of power and a comfortable, refined ride, so fast overtaking on long motorway journeys won't be a problem.

Thanks to its compact dimensions, the E-Pace is equally at home in the city, where it's more than happy negotiating city streets and tight parking spaces.

Storage solutions

Considering its relatively compact dimensions, the E-Pace offers interior space that's more than acceptable for cars in the class above.

The cabin has plenty of head and leg room in the front and rear, allowing four adults over six feet tall to travel in relative comfort on longer journeys.

There are plenty of storage spaces dotted around the cabin for wallets, smartphones and loose change, as well as deep bins in each door.

Boot space

The E-Pace's boot isn't the biggest in its class, but it still swallows enough luggage for a long weekend away.

Fold down the standard 60:40 split rear seats, and there's enough room for camping holidays or weekly shops.

The Jaguar E-PACE offers good value against the competition. 

Residuals are strong, with all models retaining a large percentage of their original value, while fuel efficiency is decent rather than class-leading.

Fuel economy

The entry-level, front-wheel drive D165 diesel model returns a predicted 46.9mpg, with the more potent D200 diesel, which comes as standard with four-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox, delivering more like 43.9mpg.