Jaguar F-PACE 5.0 V8 S/C SVR (A) Facelift Review
08 Dec 2021|5,905 views
Facelift (What's New)
Redesigned front bumper, intakes, and bonnet
20Nm more torque from 5.0-litre supercharged engine
New steering rack and retuned dampers
Increased difference between different driving modes
Redesigned centre console and new 11.4-inch touchscreen
Noting the approach of the electric age, one of my colleagues posed a rather interesting question a few weeks back, "What car should you get as your final homage to the combustion engine?"
Well, if you've got quite a bit of spare cash lying around, and want to celebrate the end of petrol with a bang, this Jaguar F-PACE SVR could be the car to get.
Sharp and aggressive
These now sit in a newly designed bumper and work with the new slim 'Double J' head lights and an enlarged power bump on the bonnet to give the car a new aggressive scowl, perfect for convincing any electric hatchback to get out of the first lane.
And at the back, there's new taillights, now sporting Jaguar's trademark double chicane graphic. It's a less dramatic change at the rear but certainly still a welcome one because, trust me, on the highway, this is the view most will get of this F-PACE SVR anyway.
Fast and rambunctious
More impressive still is the fact that the official century sprint time has now been cut by 0.3 seconds, so it now sits at four seconds flat.
It is a fantastic engine this is. Driven gently, it makes light work of the 2,133kg body of the F-PACE, and offers up a pleasing burble. Push it hard and you'll find strong in-gear acceleration and sharp throttle response in the upper ranges.
And those quad tailpipes serve double duty here, also helping to push out all the CO2 from burning petrol at a rate of 5.6km/L as tested.
Big and comfortable
And that drivetrain isn't the only thing that's loud in this F-PACE SVR. Spec your car with this stunning Mars Red interior and you'll get an interior that matches the rest of the car in character, although Ebony, Tan and Oyster are also available.
The changes work great. There's a menu screen that categorises all the options available on the new infotainment screen, making it really easy and intuitive to use, and the new cabin layout is a pleasing thing to dwell over.
The suedecloth and Windsor leather combination seats also do a good job of holding you in place, with plenty of bolstering at the sides.
With a ride that is now enhanced with retuned dampers and new bushes in the suspension, this F-PACE SVR easily shows up the best what electric cars can offer with their heavy batteries and firm suspension, allowing it to handily play the role of a soft, cushy SUV.
Driven calmly on the highway, there's good suppression of road and wind noise, although you'll never escape from that engine's vocals of course.
In an age where our cars have become more and more environmentally-friendly astute, the F-PACE SVR is a refreshingly bold, loud, and outrageous car that celebrates all the excesses of a soon-to-be-gone era with a bang. Or in this case, a whole series of bangs.
In the market for a luxury SUV? Here are some alternatives you can also consider:
The BMW X3 is spacious, comfortable and dynamic
The Mercedes-Benz GLC300 has also seen improvements to its refinement and equipement in this update
The Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI now sports a classy, modern appearance and is also mighty comfortable to drive
The Volvo XC60 B6 is brisk on the move, and delivers high levels of refinement
Facelift (What's New)
Redesigned front bumper, intakes, and bonnet
20Nm more torque from 5.0-litre supercharged engine
New steering rack and retuned dampers
Increased difference between different driving modes
Redesigned centre console and new 11.4-inch touchscreen
Noting the approach of the electric age, one of my colleagues posed a rather interesting question a few weeks back, "What car should you get as your final homage to the combustion engine?"
Well, if you've got quite a bit of spare cash lying around, and want to celebrate the end of petrol with a bang, this Jaguar F-PACE SVR could be the car to get.
Sharp and aggressive
These now sit in a newly designed bumper and work with the new slim 'Double J' head lights and an enlarged power bump on the bonnet to give the car a new aggressive scowl, perfect for convincing any electric hatchback to get out of the first lane.
And at the back, there's new taillights, now sporting Jaguar's trademark double chicane graphic. It's a less dramatic change at the rear but certainly still a welcome one because, trust me, on the highway, this is the view most will get of this F-PACE SVR anyway.
Fast and rambunctious
More impressive still is the fact that the official century sprint time has now been cut by 0.3 seconds, so it now sits at four seconds flat.
It is a fantastic engine this is. Driven gently, it makes light work of the 2,133kg body of the F-PACE, and offers up a pleasing burble. Push it hard and you'll find strong in-gear acceleration and sharp throttle response in the upper ranges.
And those quad tailpipes serve double duty here, also helping to push out all the CO2 from burning petrol at a rate of 5.6km/L as tested.
Big and comfortable
And that drivetrain isn't the only thing that's loud in this F-PACE SVR. Spec your car with this stunning Mars Red interior and you'll get an interior that matches the rest of the car in character, although Ebony, Tan and Oyster are also available.
The changes work great. There's a menu screen that categorises all the options available on the new infotainment screen, making it really easy and intuitive to use, and the new cabin layout is a pleasing thing to dwell over.
The suedecloth and Windsor leather combination seats also do a good job of holding you in place, with plenty of bolstering at the sides.
With a ride that is now enhanced with retuned dampers and new bushes in the suspension, this F-PACE SVR easily shows up the best what electric cars can offer with their heavy batteries and firm suspension, allowing it to handily play the role of a soft, cushy SUV.
Driven calmly on the highway, there's good suppression of road and wind noise, although you'll never escape from that engine's vocals of course.
In an age where our cars have become more and more environmentally-friendly astute, the F-PACE SVR is a refreshingly bold, loud, and outrageous car that celebrates all the excesses of a soon-to-be-gone era with a bang. Or in this case, a whole series of bangs.
In the market for a luxury SUV? Here are some alternatives you can also consider:
The BMW X3 is spacious, comfortable and dynamic
The Mercedes-Benz GLC300 has also seen improvements to its refinement and equipement in this update
The Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI now sports a classy, modern appearance and is also mighty comfortable to drive
The Volvo XC60 B6 is brisk on the move, and delivers high levels of refinement
Also read our comparison article on:
Volvo XC60 Mild Hybrid B5 R-Design 2.0 (A) vs Jaguar F-PACE 2.0 SE (A)
Car Information
Jaguar F-PACE 5.0 V8 SVR (A)
CAT B|Petrol|8.8km/L
Horsepower
405kW (543 bhp)
Torque
700 Nm
Acceleration
4sec (0-100km /hr)
This model is no longer being sold by local distributor
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