2021 Jaguar E-Pace pricing and specs detailed: Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA rival gets updated

Jaguar’s fresh-faced E-Pace will launch early next year with a higher level of standard equipment as well as a new mild-hybrid variant to top the range.

For 2021, Jaguar has consolidated its E-Pace line-up to just four petrol-powered variants: the R-Dynamic S P250 ($63,900 plus on-road costs), R-Dynamic SE P250 ($67,200), R-Dynamic HSE P250 ($71,300) and the all-new mild-hybrid 300 Sport ($79,600).

With the addition of the mild-hybrid system, the 300 Sport generates 221kW and 400Nm from its 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, while the lower grades make do with 184kW/365Nm.

Jaguar says that the 300 Sport is capable of sprinting from zero-to-100km/h in 6.9 seconds, and is backed up by an active all-wheel-drive system, adaptive suspension and configurable driver modes.

Also distinguishing the 300 Sport is a number of exterior and interior touches, including 20-inch five-spoke wheels, a Meridian audio system, suede headlining and sport seats, among other features.

Jaguar says that significant updates have been made to the E-Pace’s chassis for enhanced dynamics and comfort, while new front suspension components help to reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).

Exterior styling changes see a more aggressive SUV stance with revised front and rear bumpers, a redesigned grille and a new LED lighting signature.

While full LED lighting is standard, high-beam assist is added to all but the base R-Dynamic S variant.

Inside, the new E-Pace features an 11.4-inch curved-glass touchscreen with the brand’s Pivi Pro multimedia system that enables features like over-the-air updates, sat-nav, internet connectivity and smartphone mirroring as standard.

Alongside the new central display is a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster as well as a full colour TFT head-up display.

Other notable interior updates include a newly designed shift selector, metallic trim pieces, a new steering wheel with metal paddles, and a cabin air ionisation system which filters the cabin air to improve occupant health.

Safety features now extend to a 3D surround-view camera, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear collision monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, traffic sign recognition and an adaptive speed limiter as standard.