Which SUV under Jaguar is domestically produced?
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Jaguar E-PACE is Jaguar's first domestically produced SUV model, positioned as a compact SUV. Below are the relevant details about this vehicle: 1. Powertrain: The vehicle comes standard with an all-wheel-drive system (on-demand AWD), equipped with a 2.0T four-cylinder turbocharged engine (available in two power outputs: 200 horsepower and 250 horsepower, depending on different power calibrations). It is paired with ZF's 9-speed automatic transmission and features an electronic gear lever. 2. Body Dimensions: The wheelbase of this vehicle is 2681mm, with length, width, and height measuring 4411mm, 1900mm, and 1649mm respectively.
Recently, while car shopping at a 4S dealership, I learned that Jaguar currently has only one domestically produced SUV called the E-PACE, manufactured by Chery Jaguar Land Rover. This model has been locally produced since 2018 and boasts a distinctly British aesthetic, with sleek waistlines and the iconic leaping Jaguar emblem making it quite eye-catching in the showroom. The salesperson mentioned that all variants come with a 2.0T engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission—the low-power version delivers 200 horsepower while the high-output version offers 249 hp, providing brisk acceleration without being overly aggressive. During my test sit, I found the front sport seats offer good bolstering, the rear seats comfortably accommodate two adults, and the trunk is surprisingly spacious. However, the infotainment system feels outdated, and currently, all models remain purely gasoline-powered; a hybrid version would be a welcome addition. Post-domestication pricing is indeed more affordable than imported models, with entry-level variants available for under 300,000 RMB out-the-door, making it a relatively good value proposition among luxury brands.
