An updated Jaguar I-Pace – with a new infotainment system, improved driver assistance technologies, and quicker charging capabilities – is now available in South Africa.
New infotainment system
A new Pivi Pro infotainment system, which is rolling out across various Jaguar and Land Rover models, features a 12.3-inch high-definition virtual instrument cluster together with 10-inch and 5-inch upper and lower touchscreens with multi-function, haptic rotary controllers. According to Jaguar, the system has been inspired by smartphones and is aiming to have the same ease-of-use. The infotainment system also has a new, more powerful processor, supported by a built-in back-up battery.
The system has a flat menu structure for navigating the system with frequently used features and functions accessible via the home screen with a click. Jaguar says the redesigned navigation system reduces the number of steps required to set a destination by half, and customers are now able to pan and zoom in and out of the map with a pinch of the fingers.
The navigation uses self-learning algorithms to optimise routing and the voice guidance knows to remain quiet when travelling through areas the driver knows. Additionally, maps should remain up-to-date be up to date as the system has software-over-the-air (SOTA) functionality.
The I-Pace is also available with an optional wireless device charging pad beneath the “floating” centre console. The wireless charging includes signal boosting. A Smartphone Pack with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard on all derivatives, as is a dual modem embedded SIM and Bluetooth technology, which can pair two phones simultaneously.
Charging
The updated I-Pace comes with an 11kW on-board charger as standard, enabling customers with access to three-phase electricity supplies to utilise significantly faster charging. Jaguar claims that, when connected to an 11kW wall box 53km of range (on the WLTP cycle) per hour can be achieved, while a full charge from empty takes 8.6 hours.
South African customers with access to single-phase supply can continue using 7kW wall boxes which charge up to 35km per hour, with a full charge taking 12.75 hours. When charging at a public station, a 60kW charger will add up to 76km in 15 minutes, while a 100kW charger will add up to 127km over the same period.
Click below to read about the driver assistance features, new options and pricing of the update I-Pace.
Improved driver assistance features
Visibility has been enhanced with a new 3D Surround Camera that provides a 360-degree digital plane view of the surrounding area and potential hazards, visible through the central touchscreen.
Inside the cabin, the ClearSight rear view mirror improves vision when three people are in the rear seats or with the 656-litre luggage compartment loaded up to the roof. The system uses a wide-angle, rear-facing camera linked to a high-resolution screen within the frameless rear view mirror. A toggle switch on the mirror allows the driver to switch between the view from the standard mirror and the camera feed.
The rear view camera is integrated into the roof-mounted antenna module. According to Jaguar the camera works in all conditions, including low ambient light, while a protective lip and hydrophobic coating helps repel water and ensure the camera lens remains clean.
Jaguar states that the air ionisation designed to remove allergens, also features a filtration system which captures ultrafine particles — including PM2.5 particulates — to improve occupant health and wellbeing. They claim that thus allows customers to use the I-Pace’s pre-conditioning system (which optimises battery temperature) to also remove allergens and ultrafine particles in the cabin before beginning a journey.
New options when configuring the car
A new atlas grey grille tip finish joins a new Bright Pack option, available on all models in the I-Pace range. The Bright Pack includes a chrome grille surround, Atlas Grey door mirror caps, satin chrome window surrounds and atlas grey for the rear diffuser. The Black Pack option includes the application of the gloss black finish to the rear badges, and a refreshed paint palette features colours such as Caldera Red, Portofino Blue and Eiger Grey.
Inside, customers can now option the enhanced Meridian 3D Surround Sound System with Trifield technology. The system features two additional speakers in the cabin headliner, resulting in a 16 speaker and a subwoofer arrangement .
Prices:
I-Pace EV400 S: R1,942,600
I-Pace EV400 SE: R2,005,100
I-Pace EV400 HSE: R2,112,300
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