Pros Strong off-road capabilities Wealth of customization options High-tech safety and off-road features Smooth ride for an off-road-oriented SUV
Cons Options can get pricey Cargo door is heavy and opens toward the curb
Pros Modern design looks cool Awesome off-road capabilities Lots of personalisation options
Cons A Discovery is better at seating seven Top models are Range Rover money Land Rover's poor reliability record
Land Rover is introducing a V-8 engine into the Defender lineup for 2022: the 518-hp Supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 that's found in the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models. The V-8 will be available on both the two-door 90 and four-door 110 models; a high-end Carpathian Edition model will also sport the V-8 engine.
Pros Ultra-capable off-road, surprisingly refined on-road, well-equipped interior.
Cons Disappointing fuel economy, desirable features carry high price tags, six-cylinder isn't as quick as we'd hoped.
Jaguar has given the F-Pace a few visual tweaks for 2021, including a revised grille, a reworked hood, and updated exterior lighting elements. The cabin receives a major upgrade in the form of Jaguar-Land Rover's new Pivi and PiviPro infotainment systems. Their graphics are projected on a large 11.4-inch curved-glass screen mounted just above the climate controls on the F-Pace's dashboard. Heated seats and a 14-speaker stereo are now standard across the lineup.
PROS Athletic chassis, powerful optional inline-six, plentiful cargo space.
CONS Stiff ride, buggy infotainment system, stingy on interior storage cubbies.
The 2021 Jaguar F-PACE comes with a revised front and rear styling, New 11.4-inch infotainment screen with updated software, New V6 engine available with 335 or 395 hp, Thoroughly redesigned interior.
PROS Powerful V6 engine delivers quick acceleration More cargo space than most rivals Handles and brakes like a sport sedan
CONS Larger wheels hurt ride comfort More road and wind noise in the cabin than competitors
PROS One of the best large SUVs to drive Great new infotainment system Keenly priced yet well equipped
CONS There are roomier SUV options Road noise on larger wheels Some fiddly switchgear
