The F-Pace is a High-Performance Sports Car and an SUV in One – But Can it Handle Off-Roading?

There are many reasons to consider the Jaguar F-PACE for 2023.

For starters, the 2023 Jaguar F-Pace is one of the few luxury SUVs on the market that gives you fun, sports car-inspired handling, incredibly responsive powertrains, and plenty of room for cargo.

Jaguar F-PACE
The Jaguar F-PACE gives you the best of both worlds. The comfort of an SUV and the performance and handling of a sports car.

It’s been a hit with consumers and the media alike, with Car & Driver gushing that the 2023 F-PACE boasts styling “that reminds you of the F-type sports car” with all of the “athletic road manners” you’d expect of a sports car-inspired SUV. On top of that, it’s spacious and packed with amenities.

You can choose from the standard 246-horsepower turbo four-cylinder engine or a 395-hp turbocharged and supercharged 3.0-liter inline-six that gives you all the power you could want behind the wheel of a family-friendly SUV.

Need an even bigger SUV with the highest possible performance? The Jaguar F-PACE SVR is what you need.
Need an even bigger SUV with the highest possible performance? The Jaguar F-PACE SVR is what you need.

Need an even bigger boost? There’s the 550-hp F-PACE SVR with the highest possible performance.

All 2023 F-PACE engines include 8-speed Automatic Transmission and All Wheel Drive.

And no matter which F-PACE you choose, the cabin is comfortable, luxurious, and filled with quality materials, and high-tech features. Take, for instance, the large touchscreen infotainment system that sits above the dash and runs Jaguar’s latest software.

2023 F-PACE
Need an even bigger SUV with the highest possible performance? The Jaguar F-PACE SVR is what you need.

But should you really take it out into rugged conditions?

One British reviewer decided to put it to the test as an off-road vehicle. He found that the “F-PACE’s basic design aids its off-roading abilities” and noted that the “shortness of the car’s front overhang, which gives the car an excellent approach angle” made it possible to navigate a variety of road conditions.

Jaguar F-PACE
The hood frames a front grille inspired by our signature monogram pattern. Details such as the leaper fender vent give Jaguar F-PACE even greater presence. | Photography credit: Car and Driver

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So while Jaguar may not be synonymous with off-roading per se, the 2023 Jaguar F-Pace should have no problem navigating some of the picturesque dirt roads in Riverside County.

Jaguar F-Pace
The Jaguar F-Pace should have no problem navigating some of the picturesque dirt roads near the Coachella Valley

So pack your hiking boots and your favorite mountain bike and check out one of these nearby dirt roads in your F-PACE:

Learn more details about this world-class SUV here.

Maple Spring Road.

Maple Spring Road to drive your Jaguar F-Pace
Maple Spring Road.

This is a fun trail for vehicles with some ground clearance to view scenic views of the Cleveland National Forest, which is located in Riverside, San Diego, and Orange counties. At the end, you will find an elevated patch of asphalt that appears to be a helicopter pad. You will be sharing the trail with dirt bikes and hikers so caution is required along this narrow road. Mostly hard-packed dirt with some rutted areas and inclines.

2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail.

2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail.
2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail.

This is a short but beautiful trail that affords great views of San Bernardino and the mountains beyond it. You can traverse it with two-wheel drive when it’s dry but all-wheel drive may be necessary when it’s wet outside. Keep in mind that closures can occur in winter for safety reasons.

Joshua Tree National Park.

Joshua Tree National Park.
Joshua Tree National Park.

While conventional off-roading is not allowed in the park, there are plenty of scenic asphalt and dirt roads to explore. All-wheel-drive vehicles and mountain bikes are always welcome in the park. The park service notes that you must stay on established roads for the protection of the ecosystem and the natural features. “Tire tracks on the open desert can last for years and will spoil the wilderness experience of future visitors.”

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