The all-electric Jaguar I-PACE has won Best Electric Powertrain, Best New Engine, and the 257 kW to 330 kW (350 to 450PS) category at The International Engine + Powertrain of the Year Awards.
Announced at the Engine Expo + The Powertrain Technology Show in Stuttgart, the panel of 70 expert motoring journalists from 31 countries took into account key characteristics including performance, drive-ability, energy efficiency and refinement.
These three titles recognise the technical excellence of the I-PACE’s zero emissions powertrain, which was designed and developed in-house.
Ian Hoban, Powertrain Director, Jaguar Land Rover, said:
We’ve used all the benefits of state-of-the-art battery and motor technology to create a world-class electric vehicle. As well as zero emissions, the all-electric powertrain delivers an ideal balance of performance, refinement and range, together with outstanding responsiveness, agility and day-to-day usability. I-PACE is a true driver’s car, and above all a true Jaguar.
We set out to make the world’s best all-electric performance SUV: these awards reflect that, and are fitting recognition for what the engineering team has achieved.
I-PACE’s 90 kW lithium-ion battery enables a range of up to 470 km (WLTP). It’s capable of charging from 0-80% in just 40 m using a 100 kW DC charger, or in just over ten hours when using a 7 kW AC wallbox – ideal for overnight charging at home.
A suite of smart, range-optimising technologies includes a battery pre-conditioning system: when plugged in the I-PACE will automatically raise (or lower) the temperature of its battery to maximise range ahead of driving away. A heat pump can scavenge energy from the outside air – even in sub-zero conditions – to reduce the amount of battery energy used by the climate control system. It can even utilise heat generated by the propulsion system to warm up the cabin, further reducing demand on the battery.
The battery is placed centrally between the two axles, and as low down as possible. This location enables perfect 50:50 weight distribution and a low centre of gravity: together with the advanced double wishbone front and Integral Link rear suspension this is fundamental to the I-PACE’s agile handling and outstanding ride comfort.
The permanent magnet motors are hollow, with the driveshafts passing through the centre. As well as being light – together with the transmission they weigh just 78 kg – they’re also exceptionally compact. This contributes to the I-PACE’s spacious cabin, 656 l luggage compartment volume and SUV ground clearance.
Integrating the motors into the front and rear axles delivers all-wheel drive for outstanding traction and control in all conditions. They also enable high levels of regenerative braking – up to 0.4 G. This maximises range, and also enables intuitive ‘single pedal’ driving in many conditions.
I-PACE has received 66 global awards since it was revealed little more than a year ago, including 2019 World Car of the Year, World Car Design of the Year, World Green Car, European Car of the Year, and German, Norwegian and UK Car of the Year.
Highlights
- I-PACE wins Best Electric Powertrain, Best New Engine, and the 257 kW to 330 kW (350 to 450PS) category at The International Engine + Powertrain of the Year Awards
- State-of-the-art 90 kWh Lithium-ion battery delivers range of up to 470 km (WLTP) and can charge from 0-80% in only 40 m (100 kW DC)
- Two light, compact and efficient electric motors generate a combined output of 294 kW and 696 Nm of torque together with all-wheel drive traction
- Electrifying performance with 0-100 km/h in just 4.5 s
- Winners announced at the Engine Expo + The Powertrain Technology Show, Stuttgart
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