2019 Jaguar I-Pace vs. Tesla Model X

Safety & Security

The I-Pace comes equipped with brake assist, which applies the maximum pressure possible to your brakes should you get into an emergency braking situation. Drivers will appreciate the lane departure warning feature and 360-degree camera option - the camera is linked to a screen inside the vehicle, so you can see everything around you - that the Jaguar offers, as well. The I-Pace even comes with a driver alert monitor that detects when a driver has lost focus and suggests taking a break. 

The Model X does not have a brake assist option, a lane departure warning, or driver alert monitor, but it does have a rear monitor and front and rear sensors that beep and flash when you're close to an object. It won't detect objects to the sides of the vehicle.

All electric cars like the I-Pace and Model X have to pass the same safety tests that gasoline-fueled cars do. Both models have the standard front, back, and side air bags; anti-lock brakes; blind spot warning systems; and traction control. 

Warranty

The I-Pace's full warranty is good up to five years or 60,000 miles and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The Model X's basic warranty is good for four years or 50,000 miles.

Battery warranties are typically good for eight years as per industry standards, but the fine print varies greatly depending on the company. The Model X's battery warranty is for "infinite mileage" during that time frame, but it only covers defects, not overall degradation, which happens over time. On the other hand, the I-Pace's battery warranty says Jaguar will service and restore batteries that have dropped to below 70 percent of their original power within eight years or 100,000 miles. 

Jaguar will pay for regular maintenance, such as oil changes, for the I-Pace, and because there are more Jaguar dealers than Teslas, servicing the I-Pace should be an easy task. 

Performance

Because the I-Pace sits 3 inches higher off the ground than the Model X, it is better suited to handle rough terrain. It also weighs 500-600 pounds less than the Model X, so its acceleration and maneuverability are exceptional, which is what you would expect from brands like Jaguar. Additionally, the I-Pace's standard electric engine surpasses that of the Model X.

Despite Tesla having produced many electric vehicles, the Model X does not have an edge over the 2019 Jaguar I-Pace. The I-Pace seems to have the upper hand in several areas and is a well-rounded, safe, electric SUV. To find out if the 2019 Jaguar I-Pace is right for you, schedule a test drive today at Hennessy Jaguar Gwinnett.