Over the last several years, Jaguar has slowly built out its crossover lineup. It started with the midsize F-Pace before adding the smaller E-Pace. Then last year, Jaguar introduced the electric I-Pace (shown above). But the British marque may not be done just yet. In a few years, it may have an even larger crossover in its lineup.
According to a report from Autocar, Jaguar’s developing a larger crossover that will likely be called the J-Pace. Expect it to ride on Jaguar Land Rover‘s new all-aluminum MLA platform, which will be used for all JLR vehicles by 2025 and should be significantly lighter than the current platforms.
Autocar‘s source claims one of the J-Pace’s defining features will be its electrically driven rear wheels. Without a conventional all-wheel-drive setup, Jaguar will theoretically be able to maximize passenger space and cargo volume. It will reportedly be sold as a plug-in hybrid, with JLR’s new inline-six under the hood powering the front wheels. Its electric range is said to be at least 50 miles, which would allow it to be used as an EV in most situations. There’s also a chance that a four-cylinder version will be offered, as well as a fully electric version.
And while the Range Rover that shares its platform will be the boxier, more traditionally styled crossover, expect the J-Pace to borrow heavily from the I-Pace’s sleeker design. Assuming this report is accurate, let’s hope Jaguar doesn’t make us wait more than a year to see the final design.
Source: Autocar
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