Carmakers should continue to strive for individuality even as they move from combustion engines to electric motors.
THE Jaguar I-Pace is certainly a good start to the year. With 400hp and nearly 700Nm of torque provided by two motors, the electric all-wheel drive is an absolute hoot.
And with its immense torque available the moment you squeeze the throttle, you do not have to have an open highway to enjoy the Jag.
The most mundane of tasks becomes a thrill, and previously difficult ones become a cinch.
But as wonderful as the I-Pace is, it lacks identity. Besides its impressive output, there is little to distinguish it from other electric cars.
It moves off like any other EV, with no gear changes and with an endless and unbroken surge of torque.
It has a strong regenerative force which slows the car down when you lift off, allowing you to drive it literally without touching the brake pedal. It is vibration free.
And it sounds like any other electric car, emitting a highpitch whir which comes with stratospheric motor revolutions.
This story is from the March 2019 edition of Torque Singapore.
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