Jaguar will introduce an electric SUV called the I-Pace in
2018. The vehicle was previewed in
concept form at the 2016 Los Angeles auto show and early test mules using makeshift F-Pace
bodies have been running around for the past six months. Jaguar has
now revealed the first prototype for the I-Pace testing at an undisclosed
location in the United Kingdom.
The design of the prototype adheres closely to the concept’s
lines although there are some subtle differences. The grille isn’t as
pronounced as on the concept, and the front bumper adopts a smoother, more
aerodynamic shape.
The prototype’s side mirrors are larger and there appears to
be new indentations in the doors that most likely house the grab handles. The
final change is the appearance of a charging port cover on the driver’s side
front fender.
Jaguar is developing the I-Pace around a dedicated platform
for electric cars although many elements, for example the suspension
substructures, will be borrowed from existing models. So far the automaker has
confirmed a 90-kilowatt-hour battery, 220-mile range, and a motor for each axle
delivering a combined 400 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque. Jaguar has
also said the I-Pace will hit 60 mph in 4.0 seconds or less.
Jaguar has confirmed the reveal of the I-Pace in production
trim will take place in late 2017. The vehicle will go on sale in the second
half of 2018, suggesting it will arrive in showrooms as a 2019 model. Jaguar
intends to follow it up with additional electric cars. The next is expected to
be a sedan.
source: http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1109436_jaguar-reveals-prototype-for-i-pace-electric-suv
by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
http://www.boscheuropean.com
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