2018 Jaguar I-Pace Review - the ultimate all-electric SUV - Autocar
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Date: 2022-04-17
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Ian
I keep asking this fundamental question - How is the electricity industry going to provide -the Juice- to power all these electric vehicles? which is the reason I believe the government is running scared and is not right behind this automation revolution. These guys are talking about putting hundreds of mega watts of electrical energy into electric vehicles on mass, as if its the same as charging our mobile phones. Trying to charge an electric vehicle from a lamp post is like trying to fill an olympic size swimming pool from a dripping tap. We barley have enough spare electricity in the UK to keep the lights on. We will need hundreds of new nuclear power stations and a complete rebuild out of the national grid to meet the electrical demand that these vehicles will place on our electricity supply network. Sadly these car manufactures know a lot about building cars and nothing about the impossibility of the electricity industry to supply the electrical energy needed to power them - I am not anti-electric car. I understand and can see clearly that these vehicles are masterpieces of technology and are perfect for many driving scenarios - but please just tell me where is the electricity coming from to power millions of these things on our roads?
Ian Hickman.
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I keep asking this fundamental question - How is the electricity industry going to provide -the Juice- to power all these electric vehicles? which is the reason I believe the government is running scared and is not right behind this automation revolution. These guys are talking about putting hundreds of mega watts of electrical energy into electric vehicles on mass, as if its the same as charging our mobile phones. Trying to charge an electric vehicle from a lamp post is like trying to fill an olympic size swimming pool from a dripping tap. We barley have enough spare electricity in the UK to keep the lights on. We will need hundreds of new nuclear power stations and a complete rebuild out of the national grid to meet the electrical demand that these vehicles will place on our electricity supply network. Sadly these car manufactures know a lot about building cars and nothing about the impossibility of the electricity industry to supply the electrical energy needed to power them - I am not anti-electric car. I understand and can see clearly that these vehicles are masterpieces of technology and are perfect for many driving scenarios - but please just tell me where is the electricity coming from to power millions of these things on our roads?
Ian Hickman.
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David
More proof that Tesla forced ICE car makers to look at EV's seriously and move the industry into the future. Lots of comments have been pointing out that car makers started out making electric cars in the early days of the automobile. I say they also abandoned electric vehicles over a hundred years ago. When it comes to ev's they are all in the infancy stage, while Tesla is more like in the teen early adulthood stage. Will they catch up to Tesla, remains to be seen. You just can't assume they will make Tesla go away because they have money to develop their cars. Where I think Tesla has the advantage is the overall EV infrastructure. Tesla wants to have influence in every aspect of EV, from car, battery production and charging network. Where as most car manufacturers just want to sell you a car and leave you to figure out how you'll charge it. Tesla already has that covered from top to bottom. I don't see Ford, Mercedes or any manufacturer creating a charging network around the world as Tesla has already started it and continues to improve it. So that means if you buy an EV most likely you'll be charging it at a Tesla charging station. For a fee of course. A fee that will be higher than any fee a Tesla owner will pay.
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More proof that Tesla forced ICE car makers to look at EV's seriously and move the industry into the future. Lots of comments have been pointing out that car makers started out making electric cars in the early days of the automobile. I say they also abandoned electric vehicles over a hundred years ago. When it comes to ev's they are all in the infancy stage, while Tesla is more like in the teen early adulthood stage. Will they catch up to Tesla, remains to be seen. You just can't assume they will make Tesla go away because they have money to develop their cars. Where I think Tesla has the advantage is the overall EV infrastructure. Tesla wants to have influence in every aspect of EV, from car, battery production and charging network. Where as most car manufacturers just want to sell you a car and leave you to figure out how you'll charge it. Tesla already has that covered from top to bottom. I don't see Ford, Mercedes or any manufacturer creating a charging network around the world as Tesla has already started it and continues to improve it. So that means if you buy an EV most likely you'll be charging it at a Tesla charging station. For a fee of course. A fee that will be higher than any fee a Tesla owner will pay.
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Kelvin
I'm actually excited by this car, which is really shocking to me because of two reasons: 1) It cost $80, 000 and, 2) It's a Jaguar. There are only two over $50, 000 cars I have been excited about in the past that don't scream excess and pretentiousness to me: the Tesla Model S and the Corvette Stingray. Both are excellent, well priced cars for what they offer. and both offer the best of their class without being ridiculously expensive and restrictive. I'm shocked to see Jaguar offer a great car/SUV at such a low (for a Jaguar) price, and with Rover chops. However, I'm kind of torn because, well this is a Jaguar. Jaguars have a history of being TOTALLY unreliable. What weird thing is going to break on this? What is going to cause this car, like other Jaguars, to spend more time in the shop than on the road? Thankfully, I won't be ready to spend that type of money on one of these for another 2-3 years (got to finish school. That will give the industry enough time to gauge this car's reliability. If it is deemed to be reliable, I would definitely buy one of these over a Tesla any day of the week. The Brits should be proud! This looks to be a shining star in the turd called Brexit.
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I'm actually excited by this car, which is really shocking to me because of two reasons: 1) It cost $80, 000 and, 2) It's a Jaguar. There are only two over $50, 000 cars I have been excited about in the past that don't scream excess and pretentiousness to me: the Tesla Model S and the Corvette Stingray. Both are excellent, well priced cars for what they offer. and both offer the best of their class without being ridiculously expensive and restrictive. I'm shocked to see Jaguar offer a great car/SUV at such a low (for a Jaguar) price, and with Rover chops. However, I'm kind of torn because, well this is a Jaguar. Jaguars have a history of being TOTALLY unreliable. What weird thing is going to break on this? What is going to cause this car, like other Jaguars, to spend more time in the shop than on the road? Thankfully, I won't be ready to spend that type of money on one of these for another 2-3 years (got to finish school. That will give the industry enough time to gauge this car's reliability. If it is deemed to be reliable, I would definitely buy one of these over a Tesla any day of the week. The Brits should be proud! This looks to be a shining star in the turd called Brexit.
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autocar
You can-t compare a Jaguar Ipace to Tesla. Tesla is not just an EV car it-s got software and driving features that no other car has. Auto steer for instance. Very useful on motorways. Auto pilot when the law allows. Summon etc. Yes Jag has a better build because they have experience of building cars. Tesla is way ahead of other electric cars which are essentially glorified golf buggies.
I exchanged my Jaguar XF v8 premium car for this Tesla S 75D mainly for the software features that are being added at almost every update and I have not been disappointed. Can-t wait for the law to catch up with technology in making autopilot legal on certain stretches of certain roads.
No EV car has yet come close to Tesla.
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You can-t compare a Jaguar Ipace to Tesla. Tesla is not just an EV car it-s got software and driving features that no other car has. Auto steer for instance. Very useful on motorways. Auto pilot when the law allows. Summon etc. Yes Jag has a better build because they have experience of building cars. Tesla is way ahead of other electric cars which are essentially glorified golf buggies.
I exchanged my Jaguar XF v8 premium car for this Tesla S 75D mainly for the software features that are being added at almost every update and I have not been disappointed. Can-t wait for the law to catch up with technology in making autopilot legal on certain stretches of certain roads.
No EV car has yet come close to Tesla.
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Fred
I'm not waiting an hour to get a 80% charge. Charging needs to be below 10 minutes for 100% charge or it's not going to take off. Manufacturers must decide on a standard for the charging plug and the amount of power necessary so gas stations can add power -pumps- to it's stations. Using the gas station infrastructure is critical. As electric takes off, fuel pumps can be eliminated. There would be no need for a charging station at home, people who live in apt's or condos can use the car too. It would also make the 300 mile range adequate. This would make EV's seem normal
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I'm not waiting an hour to get a 80% charge. Charging needs to be below 10 minutes for 100% charge or it's not going to take off. Manufacturers must decide on a standard for the charging plug and the amount of power necessary so gas stations can add power -pumps- to it's stations. Using the gas station infrastructure is critical. As electric takes off, fuel pumps can be eliminated. There would be no need for a charging station at home, people who live in apt's or condos can use the car too. It would also make the 300 mile range adequate. This would make EV's seem normal
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Just
Using Jaguar brand for 18+ years and this is my horrible review with the I-PACE.
I've had a horrible experience with Jaguar's I-Pace. I had the vehicle for a year, and have only been able to drive it for approximately 2k miles. It has had issues with battery, software malfunction, charging system, and even when you would try to start the car it would make noises. Its a shame that Jaguar has tainted its brand with such a problematic car.
If you want to be walking to places instead of driving, BUY a Jaguar I-PACE.
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Using Jaguar brand for 18+ years and this is my horrible review with the I-PACE.
I've had a horrible experience with Jaguar's I-Pace. I had the vehicle for a year, and have only been able to drive it for approximately 2k miles. It has had issues with battery, software malfunction, charging system, and even when you would try to start the car it would make noises. Its a shame that Jaguar has tainted its brand with such a problematic car.
If you want to be walking to places instead of driving, BUY a Jaguar I-PACE.
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RRocr
Wait! You're really going to take this off-roading? Hilarious! I'd demonstrate how it does in a foot of snow. For the US market, it will be for the soccer moms who dont want to buy another Porsche or Lexus like everyone else. Maybe the dual income Milenials too. I do like the concept but no one ever shows how it fits in with the other Jags you offer. Ballsy move to try and compete head-to-head with Tesla - you'd be better served by not even mentioning Tesla - but good luck.
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Wait! You're really going to take this off-roading? Hilarious! I'd demonstrate how it does in a foot of snow. For the US market, it will be for the soccer moms who dont want to buy another Porsche or Lexus like everyone else. Maybe the dual income Milenials too. I do like the concept but no one ever shows how it fits in with the other Jags you offer. Ballsy move to try and compete head-to-head with Tesla - you'd be better served by not even mentioning Tesla - but good luck.
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Stephen
Batteries placement should help with weight distribution and keeps weight low in the car chassis. Expect to be able to set your own fake car engine noise. The more EVs are made, the better the engineers will be in being as good as any standard car. How many users would feel range anxiety considering how far users drive each day.
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Batteries placement should help with weight distribution and keeps weight low in the car chassis. Expect to be able to set your own fake car engine noise. The more EVs are made, the better the engineers will be in being as good as any standard car. How many users would feel range anxiety considering how far users drive each day.
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G.
Why not have a moonroof that tilts or opens? Letting some air in over your head is a good feeling.
The look has grown on me as I'm watching more video, and I'm appreciating its functionality. This could handle 98% of my needs. If I need to bring some plywood home, just rent a truck from Lowe's or Home Depot.
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Why not have a moonroof that tilts or opens? Letting some air in over your head is a good feeling.
The look has grown on me as I'm watching more video, and I'm appreciating its functionality. This could handle 98% of my needs. If I need to bring some plywood home, just rent a truck from Lowe's or Home Depot.
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ford
We test driven this today on track and road, Never been a lover of electric! But OMG The performance was amazing no lag and 400 pi was top. Butttt we don't like once 0% on battery your going nowhere no reserve in the tank. Other than that what a beautiful motor.
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We test driven this today on track and road, Never been a lover of electric! But OMG The performance was amazing no lag and 400 pi was top. Butttt we don't like once 0% on battery your going nowhere no reserve in the tank. Other than that what a beautiful motor.
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