Jaguar adds Sport models, mild-hybrid power, Amazon Alexa to F-Pace range

MANILA: The Jaguar F-Pace now offers more choice and technology than ever, with the addition of the dynamic new 400 Sport and 300 Sport models, and Alexa voice control across the range.

Offered exclusively with smooth, refined Ingenium six-cylinder petrol and diesel mild-hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) engines respectively, the 400 Sport and 300 Sport are distinguished by their new 21-inch gloss black wheels, Black Pack, privacy glass and gloss black roof rails.

The F-Pace 400 and 300 can be specified in the full range of colors, comprising one solid finish, seven metallics and a choice of two premium metallic paints: Carpathian Grey and Charente Grey. 

The 400 Sport features the Ingenium 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder petrol MHEV engine, developing 400ps and 550Nm of torque. With this engine, the SUV can accelerate from zero to 100 kph in just 5.4 seconds and reach a maximum speed of 250kph. 

The MHEV system uses a Belt integrated Starter Generator in place of a conventional alternator to recuperate energy that would otherwise be lost during deceleration and braking, which is then stored in a 48V lithium-ion battery packaged beneath the rear loadspace. This energy is used to assist the engine when accelerating away, and also enables a smoother, quieter and more responsive stop/start function.

As for the F-Pace 300 Sport, its Ingenium six-cylinder diesel MHEV uses an advanced series-sequential turbocharging system, delivers 300ps and 650Nm of torque, and ensures a zero-to-100kph time of 6.4 seconds. Jaguar claims fuel economy and emissions ratings of up to 16.2kpl and from 194g/km CO2

In addition to these six-cylinder units, the F-Pace model range is available with the 404ps four-cylinder petrol P400e plug-in hybrid powertrain, which combines an electric-only range of up to 53 kilometers and CO2 emissions from 49g/km. 

There is also a choice of four-cylinder Ingenium diesel engines and a  Ingenium petrol engine. The diesels also feature 48V mild-hybrid technology for even greater refinement and efficiency. 

Like all models in the F-Pace range, the 300 and 400 Sport come with Amazon Alexa. Seamlessly integrated, it brings the familiar Alexa experience and provides natural voice interaction with the Pivi Pro infotainment system’s features including navigation, music, podcasts and audiobooks, calls and compatible smart devices.

Requests such as ‘Alexa, navigate me home’, ‘Alexa, play my chill-out playlist’ and ‘Alexa show me nearby coffee shops’ can all be made by voice. News, weather, and one's schedule or shopping list can be checked by Alexa. 

The Alexa voice experience is intuitive to use, making it easy for drivers operate keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Alexa even makes it possible to control compatible smart home features such as heating and lighting from the comfort of F-Pace’s luxurious interior. 

Existing owners of F-Pace models with Pivi Pro are among more than 55,000 Jaguar customers to have been offered Alexa in a software-over-the-air update.

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