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Jaguar takes aim at Tesla with electric I-Pace concept car

Jaguar has unveiled the I-Pace concept car, an electric SUV that the company says will hit the market by the second half of 2018, potentially offering valid competition to Tesla’s Model X SUV.

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The all-wheel drive I-Pace comes stocked with a 90 kWh battery and Jaguar estimates it will have over 220 miles of EPA-estimated range.

With its dual electric motors delivering 394 horsepower and 516 foot-pounds of torque, the company claims the car will get from zero to 60mph in about four seconds. The I-Pace is also set to include 50kW DC charging capabilities, allowing for a full charge in around two hours.

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As for the interior, the I-Pace appears to be roomy with large windows and what appears to be a glass roof.

Next to the steering wheel is a 12-inch touchscreen with a 5.5-inch secondary touchscreen below.

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Jaguar revealed the car in high style, with press events in London and Los Angeles coming together in virtual reality using the HTC Vive.

The company has yet to give a solid indication on pricing or more detailed information regarding availability.

Related: Tesla acquires automated manufacturing company to boost production

[source]Jaguar[/source][via]The Verge[/via]

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