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Jaguar E-Pace 2.0 P250 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto Review

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Another 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol, this time with 246bhp. The 0-62mph time drops to 7.5sec and it’s not any less efficient than the P200 according to official figures.

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Jaguars are consistently among the best-handling cars of their kind, with the firm’s model range encompassing the XE, XF and XJ saloons, the F-Type sports cars and multiple SUVs.

Jaguar was actually relatively late to launch its first SUV, the F-Pace, but it quickly followed it up with the smaller E-Pace and the all-electric I-Pace.

That SUV range will keep growing, too, with larger and more luxurious SUVs planned to take on the Porsche Cayenne and the Range Rover from sister brand Land Rover.

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This is the least expensive way into a P300e plug-in hybrid. It gets all the same equipment as the regular S trim, but has sportier interior touches along with sports front seat. On the exterior, there’s an R-Dynamic appearance package and model-specific 18in alloy wheels.

R-Dynamic S

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Electric front/rear windows with one touch/auto up/down

Traffic sign recognition with adaptive speed limiter

Front airbags with passenger seat occupant detector

Jaguar drive control with adaptive surface response

Electric heated/power fold memory door mirrors with approach lights and auto dimming driver side

Pixel LED headlights with signature DRL, front and rear animated directional indicators

LED headlights with signature DRL with rear Animated Directional Indicators and Auto High Beam Assist

LED headlights with signature DRL with front and rear animated directional indicators and auto high beam assist

Gesture tailgate/boot lid opening and closing

Driver assist pack with blind spot assist - E-Pace

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Sharp looks and plenty of standard equipment add to the E-Pace’s appeal, but an unsettled ride, below-par efficiency and poor reliability detract from the overall package. Ultimately, the Volvo XC40 and Range Rover Evoque are more comfortable, plusher inside and more practical, while also depreciating more slowly.


<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Comfortable ride </li> <li>Feature-filled infotainment </li> <li>Space for child seats </li> <li>Robust build quality </li> <li>Practical storage spaces </li> <li>A boot fit for a family holiday </li> <li>Fuel-efficient engines</li></ul>

While we define a small SUV&nbsp;as something&nbsp;less than 4.3 metres long and a large SUV as measuring more than 4.5 metres, family SUVs tread the middle ground.

As the name suggests, the vast majority are&nbsp;designed for family duties rather than serious off-roading, so practicality is paramount. However, that&nbsp;shouldn't come at the expense of a decent drive; the best examples combine tidy handling with smooth engines&nbsp;and a ride that's comfortable&nbsp;enough to ensure the kids aren't left feeling queasy.

The Seat Ateca and&nbsp;Skoda Karoq should definitely be on your shortlist. But if you have a bit more to spend,&nbsp;the Range Rover Evoque is another strong option. If money is a concern, then the Dacia Duster provides comfortable, spacious and well-equipped transportation for an affordable price.

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