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The Jaguar I-PACE is by no means one of the best electric crossovers ever made and now that I got my hands on it from the recent Horizon Autumn Playlist, let's get to know more about Jaguar's first electric vehicle.

So, what's it all about the I-PACE, you may ask? As Jaguar's first electric vehicle, the I-PACE features a well-sculpted design inspired by the concept car of the same name while delivering the same Jaguar dynamics without the emissions. Powering the I-PACE are two permanent magnet synchronous electric motors integrated with the front and rear axles and a 90kWh battery mounted within the wheelbase for better center of gravity, can easily get away from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds. It offers wide array of features such as Adaptive Dynamics, Adaptive Surface Response, and All Surface Progress Control.

At first, I was going to think that because it's an electric crossover, I'd expect this to be a lot heavy to handle like most electric cars but I was wrong. Despite being electric, the I-PACE handles like a sportscar and it's way beyond expectations not as an electric crossover made for the commoners but as a Jaguar. Yes, it's still a Jaguar and I'm starting to fall in love with the I-PACE the moment I set foot on it.

With my first dibs on the I-PACE done, I want to find out more about the I-PACE's surprising dynamics not heard on any electric cars on the road and with that, it's time for a challenge.

Never mind the fancy design though, the I-PACE is all packed up and ready to leave Britain as it heads out somewhere to take on a little challenge I made for it.

After a little business-class trip to LEGO Valley, my little I-PACE prepares for a little business-class fight against crossovers at the airport just to see how much as a Jaguar this electric crossover is. Ready Set Go!

Guess this crossover's got the jaeger's touch, am I right?

The Jaguar I-PACE proved to the world that despite being an electric crossover, it can still perform like a proper Jag and it's no wonder why they made a one-make support race series to supplant Formula E races. Needless to say, this crossover never fails to impress me and I'm looking forward to drive it all day, all night, for the sake of pleasure.

Is it still a Jaguar? Yes it must be.

Jaguar I-PACE

Jaguar, one of the coolest-sounding luxury car makers in the world, wants to wave a finger on Tesla's Model X by using all of their Formula E knowhow to create an all-electric crossover that promises to be one of the most exciting electric cars ever made. It's called the I-PACE and what's it all about Jaguar's so-called electric performance SUV that takes on the likes of the Tesla Model X.

2019 Jaguar I-PACE

Starting at 64,495 Pounds, which includes the OLEV Plug-In Grant of course, the first-ever electric performance SUV from Jaguar, the I-PACE, is all about either breaking or continuing the 80-year tradition of Jaguar making one of the world's charismatic and shady people who like to get away with everything unnoticed. This then could be the one that can slip away like snatchers in the dark alley and in typical Jaaaaaag fashion, the I-PACE likes to stand out and shy away like a real phantom thief and who can't blame them?

Beginning with the design, as a future-ready electric crossover, all the modern Jaguar design from its relatives are incorporated to the I-PACE to deliver a charismatic appearance as seen from the concept car that can either draw attention to the public by day or shy away from them by nighttime. Typical Jag stuff to you and that design is balls-out sexy indeed.

2019 Jaguar I-PACE interior

2019 Jaguar I-PACE interior

Most electric cars do tend to have futuristic interiors and the I-PACE is surprisingly one of them. The dashboard looks like it was straight from sci-fi films and when you toy at its climate control and its sat-nav with smartphone connectivity, it really shows its futuring lifestyle the I-PACE has and apart from its futuristic dashboard, it's surprisingly accommodating and very posh for five people to get inside and the boot space wasn't too shabby either. You even get connected to the internet while on the go.

Believe it or not, whether you live in the hot day in Dubai or a cold day in Norway, good to know that you can either pre-heat or pre-cool the I-PACE's interior with just an app away from your smartphone. That way, that will keep the I-PACE all warmed up or all cooled up for you before setting off. How convenient.

2019 Jaguar I-PACE

In the true spirit of electric cars, instant acceleration means more fun to drive and for the I-PACE, along with its two permanent magnet synchronous electric motors integrated with the front and rear axles and a 90kWh battery mounted within the wheelbase for better center of gravity, can easily get away from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds. Not as fast as the Model X but it's essentially quick enough to leave home before your mistress spotted you leaving.

Speaking of better center of gravity, the I-PACE, despite being a crossover, behaves pretty much like what a Jaguar should be. It's pretty enjoyable, pretty addicting, and makes you come back for more. 

Not only it's very aerodynamic, it's surprisingly adaptive to all kinds of road conditions thanks to its high-tech features such as Adaptive Dynamics, Adaptive Surface Response, and All Surface Progress Control. These tech are surprisingly wonderful to keep the I-PACE stable but word of warning because when you get overjoyed with the I-PACE, it might end up becoming too challenging to handle in the bends so take things responsibly while handling the I-PACE.

As safety becomes the top priority for most cars, especially electrics, the I-PACE offers a wide range of safety features all wrapped up in its aluminum and steel body. It has External Sound System, Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist, Emergency Braking, Adaptive Speed Limited and Traffic Sign Recognition, Driver Condition Monitor, Lane Keep Assist, Rear Camera, and many more, either standard or optional. On the journey home, the tech makes the I-PACE more safer and peaceful for them but for the speedo boy, who cares.

 Although not a worthy substitute to the Tesla Model X, the first-ever Jaguar I-PACE continues to be a cool Jaguar even in its electrified glory that's in tune with the times. When the times demand it, the I-PACE comes knocking into heaven's door with its brand of classic Jaguar dynamics in a zero-emission taste which is almost like your favorite soda that has great taste with zero sugar and zero calories.

Upon seeing the I-PACE in action, men like you and I are starting to feel a bit jealous, wishing that we want to drive one now and in fact, we really are. Come on, Jaguar, we're waiting.

Photo: Jaguar Land Rover Ltd.