2017 Jaguar F-Pace R Sport

The F-PACE is Jaguar's first SUV, a mid-size five-seater that blends sports-car handling with everyday practicality. It drives more like a sports car than a typical SUV, with sharp steering and a firm, controlled ride that keeps body roll in check. The cabin is driver-focused and well-built, with comfortable seats and a straightforward layout, though rear legroom is a bit tight for the class. Cargo space is generous for a mid-size SUV, and the power tailgate makes loading easy, but the sloping roofline cuts into headroom for taller passengers. Stepping up to the R Sport from the 35t Prestige adds sportier exterior styling and a more aggressive look, plus you get the same 340 horsepower 3.0L V6 as the Prestige but with a sharper suspension tune. The 3.0L V6 makes 340 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, paired with eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, and it hustles the F-PACE to 60 mph in the mid-five-second range while returning 20 mpg combined. The R Sport can be had with adaptive dynamics, which continuously adjusts the dampers to keep the body flat through corners without ruining the ride on rough pavement.