Jaguar I-Pace EV320

Overview

The Jaguar I-Pace EV320 was a slightly more accessible but still seriously stylish electric SUV, offering a taste of Jag's electric prowess primarily for European roads. Rocking standard all-wheel drive from its dual motors and a decent battery, it promised that signature Jaguar blend of luxury and engaging driving dynamics. While this specific EV320 trim wasn't officially sold new in the US and has since been discontinued, its specs give a good look at what this version of the groundbreaking I-Pace offered. Think of it as the smart, slightly detuned sibling in the I-Pace family.

What's New for 2024?

For its final curtain call in 2024, the I-Pace lineup, including any late-production EV320s, received a subtle nip and tuck. The biggest tell was the smooth new front grille design, giving it a sleeker, more EV-centric face. Jaguar also refreshed the paint palette with a couple of new satin finishes and tweaked some alloy wheel designs. Inside, tech like the Pivi Pro infotainment system remained cutting-edge. Essentially, Jaguar gave its pioneering EV a final polish before production wrapped up, ensuring it went out looking sharp.

Design & Exterior

The 2024 I-Pace EV320 kept that jaw-dropping, cab-forward silhouette that still turns heads. It's a proper stunner, blending SUV practicality with sports car drama. Key dimensions come in at 184.3 inches long, 74.6 inches wide (mirrors folded, of course!), and a relatively low-slung 61.6 inches tall. Signature LED lighting front and rear ensured it looked the business, day or night. While the EV320 trim might have had slightly different wheel options compared to its brawnier EV400 sibling, it still packed that unmistakable I-Pace futuristic cool.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the I-Pace EV320 and you’re greeted by a cabin that oozes modern British luxury, with five seats wrapped in quality materials. Passenger space is pretty generous for an SUV of its class. For your gear, you get a practical 25.3 cubic feet in the trunk, expanding to a useful 51 cubic feet with the rear seats dropped. Plus, there’s a handy 1 cubic foot frunk for stashing charging cables. Dominating the dash is Jaguar’s slick Pivi Pro infotainment system, usually packing twin touchscreens and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Performance & Driving Experience

The I-Pace EV320 might have been the "sensible" version, but it was no slouch! With its dual permanent magnet synchronous motors (one front, one rear) providing all-wheel drive, it laid down 236 kW (that’s around 316 horsepower!) and a meaty 369 lb-ft of torque. This setup could hustle the EV320 from 0 to 60 mph in a respectable 6.1 seconds, topping out at 112 mph. Expect that classic I-Pace blend of sharp handling, thanks to a low center of gravity, and a surprisingly plush ride, with responsive regenerative braking to boot.

Range, Battery & Charging

Powering the I-Pace EV320 is an 84.7 kWh usable battery pack, which, according to Green Cars Compare's calculations, delivers a real-world range of around 238 miles – pretty decent for daily duties and then some. Energy consumption is rated at 2.81 mi/kWh. For topping up at home, the standard 11 kW on-board AC charger can replenish the battery fully in about 8 hours. When you’re out, its 400V system supports DC fast charging at up to 100 kW. For US compatibility, it would use a CCS Type 1 port.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While specific US NHTSA ratings for the EV320 trim aren't available as it wasn't officially sold here, the I-Pace platform scored a top-tier 5-star rating from Euro NCAP, which is a great sign. You'd expect a suite of driver aids, typically including emergency braking, lane keep assist, traffic sign recognition, and a driver condition monitor as standard. Features like adaptive cruise control with steering assist and blind-spot monitoring were often available in optional packages, beefing up its safety credentials considerably on well-equipped models.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Though the EV320 trim wasn't a US-market staple, new Jaguars in the States typically benefit from "Jaguar EliteCare." This usually includes a 5-year/60,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty, a similar term for complimentary scheduled maintenance, and 24/7 roadside assistance. Crucially for an EV, the battery warranty is often more extensive, typically around 8 years or 100,000 miles, guaranteeing a certain percentage of its original capacity (often 70%). This robust coverage generally gives Jaguar owners good peace of mind.