Among the many premieres hitting the spotlights at the2015 edition of the Detroit Auto Show, 
most of them having wheels and some type of propulsion, the biggest news coming from the Jaguar 
booth was not in the shape of a current model, but a future one: the carmaker’s first-ever SUV. Set to sport the somewhat odd and not necessarily appropriate "F-Pace" moniker, the new model should complement the Jaguar lineup starting with 2016, despite the fact that some pre-production mules have been caught testing as far as early 2014.
most of them having wheels and some type of propulsion, the biggest news coming from the Jaguar booth was not in the shape of a current model, but a future one: the carmaker’s first-ever SUV. Set to sport the somewhat odd and not necessarily appropriate "F-Pace" moniker, the new model should complement the Jaguar lineup starting with 2016, despite the fact that some pre-production mules have been caught testing as far as early 2014.
For those unsure about the "Pace" part of the model’s name, they should be reminded that one of William Lyons’ maxims about the car brand he co-founded said that all Jaguar model had to have "grace, pace and space," something which the upcoming SUV should also adhere to. As expected, the SUV’s styling will be inspired by the C-X17 line of concept cars which were presented back in 2013. "We received such an overwhelmingly positive response to the 2014 C-X17 concept car last year that we just had to make it a reality. The Jaguar F-PACE, inspired by the F-TYPE, represents a perfectly judged balance of style, performance and practicality. It offers a unique combination of Jaguar sports car inspired exterior design, fused beautifully with a thoroughly practical and spacious luxury interior. The F-PACE is our family sports car." said Ian Callum, Jaguar’s Director of Design.
line of concept cars which were presented back in 2013. "We received such an overwhelmingly positive response to the 2014 C-X17 concept car last year that we just had to make it a reality. The Jaguar F-PACE, inspired by the F-TYPE, represents a perfectly judged balance of style, performance and practicality. It offers a unique combination of Jaguar sports car inspired exterior design, fused beautifully with a thoroughly practical and spacious luxury interior. The F-PACE is our family sports car." said Ian Callum, Jaguar’s Director of Design.
As far as the F-Pace’s architecture is concerned, it seems that the aluminum-intensive platform found in the recently unveiled Jaguar XE 
will be thoroughly reworked to accommodate an SUV body. In other words, the new Ingenium family of engines will largely be responsible of moving the F-Pace as well, with the car also expected to receive an R version to battle the upcoming BMW X3 M and Mercedes-AMG GLC 63, 
two yet-to-be-revealed variants of the car’s biggest rivals.
will be thoroughly reworked to accommodate an SUV body. In other words, the new Ingenium family of engines will largely be responsible of moving the F-Pace as well, with the car also expected to receive an R version to battle the upcoming BMW X3 M and Mercedes-AMG GLC 63, two yet-to-be-revealed variants of the car’s biggest rivals.
Updated 09/04/2015: Jaguar dropped the first official image of the new F-Pace SUV and confirmed the official debut will be made on September 15 at 4:30 A.M. EDT at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show. Sales for the U.S. market will begin in the spring of 2016.
SOURCE:TOPSPEED
Renderings
As you probably expected when created our renderings we took inspiration from both the concept car unveiled in 2014 and the latest spy shots.
Spy Shots
APRIL 27, 2015 - JAGUAR F-TYPE SPIED INSIDE AND OUT
APRIL 15, 2015 - JAGUAR F-TYPE TESTING AT NURBURGRING
FEBRUARY 5, 2015 - JAGUAR F-TYPE CAUGHT TESTING IN THE SNOW
Exterior
Despite being unveiled over two years after the original C-X17 concept car, it is expected that the production F-Pace will be quasi-identical in terms of its exterior shape, with the only major differences residing in the size of its standard wheels and slightly restyled headlights and taillights. We say this because most of the design motifs introduced by the C-X17 Concept can already be found on production models like the XE and XF facelift, not to mention the very similar F-Type taillights.
The front is typically modern Jaguar, with a somewhat oval engine grille being flanked by two snake-eye-like headlights, while the front bumper is incorporated into the design of the entire front end. The side view is very agile looking, making the SUV appear more like a sporty compact on stilts or a so-called "five-door-coupe". Very few creases disturb the clean aspect, with the only major exception being a pair of side gills that continue over the front doors and are somewhat Aston Martin-like. The rear is not unlike a Shooting Brake variant of the hot F-Type Coupe, which can be anything but ugly.
Interior
Unlike most of the design lines found on the exterior of the C-X17 Concept, it is safe to say that not many of its interior features will be transplanted to the production Jaguar F-Pace . With that being said, since the model will use most of the underpinnings from the lightweight XE sedan, some of its interior features may end up on the F-Pace as well. Even though the first C-X17 concept provided room strictly for four passengers, all the other prototypes that followed came with a rear bench and a capacity for five passengers, as it is expected from the production variant as well.
. With that being said, since the model will use most of the underpinnings from the lightweight XE sedan, some of its interior features may end up on the F-Pace as well. Even though the first C-X17 concept provided room strictly for four passengers, all the other prototypes that followed came with a rear bench and a capacity for five passengers, as it is expected from the production variant as well.Drivetrain
Since the upcoming Jaguar F-Pace will be based on a re-worked variant of the modular and aluminum-intensive architecture found on the recently-launched XE sedan, the SUV will have a very small footprint in terms of weight. Most variants should weigh well under two tons, with only the diesel four-cylinders and the gasoline six-cylinders getting a bit closer to that number. Speaking of which, the Jaguar F-Pace is projected to also borrow the entire engine lineup from the XE sedan, the only exception being a yet-to-be-confirmed R variant.
This means that the engine range will start with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder, diesel engine with 163 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque, while the top-of-the-range F-Pace S variant should be powered by a supercharged, 3.0-liter V-6 with 340 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque. No V-8 engines are projected as of January 2005, but an F-Pace R variant shouldn’t be out of the question in the future, as most of its competitors will also benefit from sports versions.
Prices
Since this is Jaguar’s first-ever SUV, there are no previous generations to compare it with in terms of pricing, but we have a hunch that it will start at a bit more than the recently launched XE sedan, which would put the F-Pace in the same price range as its main rivals, It’ll likely fall between $38,000 and $50,000.
Conclusion
Considering that the F-Pace will be Jaguar’s first-ever foray into the realm of crossover SUVs, plenty of the more traditional customers will probably give it a pass, with most sales going to clients that probably never even considered a Jaguar before. This is actually the main reason for the carmaker giving it the go-ahead, despite the fact that it will probably cannibalize some Land Rover sales. With more and more carmakers jumping on the crossover and SUV bandwagons, it was only a matter of time before Jaguar did the same, so you shouldn’t hold it against them. Personally, if the end-product turns out to look at least 90-percent identical to the C-X17 Concept and comes with a competitive price, I foresee that it will have a pretty good run in the future.
Updated History
Updated 08/26/2015: Jaguar has released more details about the upcoming F-Pace, including a more revealing official spyshot. The crossover will be officially unveiled on September 15, at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show.
Updated 07/29/2015: Jaguar unveiled a new video showing the upcoming F-Pace testing in temperatures varying from -40°F to +120°F. Enjoy!
Updated 07/01/2015: Jaguar will showcase an F-Pace prototype during the 2015 Tour de France as a support vehicle for Team Sky rider Chris Froome.
during the 2015 Tour de France as a support vehicle for Team Sky rider Chris Froome.
Updated 06/23/2015: Jaguar dropped a first teaser video for its upcoming F-Pace SUV, meaning of course that the official debut is getting closer.
Updated 02/11/2015: Based on the recent spy shots we’ve created a series of rendering for the future F-Pace which will help you make an idea on how Jaguar’s first SUV will look like. Check them out after the jump.
Press Release
Featuring sports-car derived chassis systems and evaluated on the same demanding roads as all other Jaguar vehicles, the new F-PACE will bring new levels of dynamic ability to the brand when it goes on sale in 2016, after debuting at the Frankfurt Motor Show this September.
The new F-PACE will reward drivers and passengers alike with a blend of agility and comfort that is unique to the small performance SUV segment; making it the most practical Jaguar sports car ever.
Whether on twisting mountain passes, flowing country roads or high-speed highway cruising1, the new F-PACE delivers responsiveness and precision with the characteristic levels of refinement and composure Jaguar vehicles are known for.
"We haven’t made any compromises or exceptions: the new F-PACE had to be a true Jaguar and had to deliver the dynamics DNA. We’ve tested ride and handling to the limit, and the result is that the new F-PACE is as engaging and rewarding to drive as it is comfortable and quiet. As soon as you get into the vehicle you know immediately that it’s a good place to be." - Mike Cross, Chief Engineer of Vehicle Integrity, Jaguar
Developed using the Jaguar Lightweight Aluminum Architecture, the new F-PACE is designed to handle with precision and control without sacrificing ride comfort - it’s what makes a Jaguar stand apart from the competition. Taking full advantage of the body structure’s inherently high stiffness, the sophisticated double wishbone front suspension and Integral Link rear suspension provide a great starting point; tuned by Jaguar engineers, they make the new F-PACE incredibly responsive, and ensure that the vehicle can handle the impacts, undulations and camber of varying road surfaces.
Incorporating all of the learnings from F-TYPE, the F-PACE features a similar electric power-assisted steering system2 (EPAS) which gives drivers greater feedback and control than hydraulic systems. Every system between the steering wheel and the tire’s contact patch are optimized so that the new F-PACE responds immediately to driver input, giving a truly connected feel. Combined with the same torque vectoring by braking technology2 first developed for F-TYPE and incorporating a torque on-demand all-wheel drive system2, the new F-PACE has been designed to deliver outstanding agility in a variety of weather conditions and on varying road surfaces.
The new F-PACE makes its auto show debut at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show on Tuesday, September 15 at 10:30AM in Hall 5.0, Stand B06.
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