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kdwolf
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    Also worth considering imo is Why the huge drop in price Even if under warranty who would want the hassle According to multiple sources, common problems reported with the Jaguar I-Pace include issues with the charging system, inconsistent reliability, occasional electronic glitches, concerns about the 12-volt battery, potential issues with the braking system (particularly the friction brakes), and complaints regarding long wait times for repairs at dealerships due to a backlog of repair requests

    Indeed – this is correct for I Pace prior 2023 facelift. I think it had been addressed after the facelift.

    I have Skoda EV now and it spends time in the garage : 12V battery, sensors, breaks, flickering infotainment system… You name it.   And yet, my dad (since his lovely Saab went busted)  walks into Skoda dealership once every 3 years,  returns his old Skoda Kodiaq, takes the new Skoda Kodiaq and is as happy as Larry.

    As to the price drop – they stopped manufacturing I Pace, waiting for their new EV model to come out in 2026 for at least £100,000. I will be surprised if they will survive beyond 4 years as a business.

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