Starting a new thread here, so people don't need to wade through my initial reaction, which is posted here: http://www.fpaceforum.com/forum/f-pace-owners-registry-check-area/13170-two-days-160-miles-my-s.html
Ok. I am now about 350 miles in (about 2 weeks), and have an update:
1) The shifting, when in dynamic mode isn't as smooth/refined as I'd hoped for. The is especially true when accelerating from a stop I am not talking about racing here, but just normal driving. I am only in the standard 'drive' mode, not "S" (sport). I think the transmission mapping could be refined to adjust this... or perhaps a symptom of further break-in needed...
2) Related to above, but also when in "S" and dynamic mode, I experienced an odd shift during brisk acceleration (think it might have been between 3rd and 4th gear). This may be related to break-in, so I won't fret about this until I get closer to 1,500 to 2k miles. Again, might be a symptom of break-in.
3) Brakes- they are quite 'grippy', but aren't smooth when decelerating especially the last 20-30 ft before a full stop. I am normally VERY smooth from deceleration to complete stop, but this Jag wants to 'grip' the brakes, even when I am applying very consistent brake force on pedal. Almost like a 'ratchet' that moves one 'click' more than I direct it to. This may be another break-in symptom?
4) Air conditioning. This is something that could be a problem and will need service: The air conditioner works, but on occasion I can feel humid air coming out of the vents for a while, and while the air is cooler than outside air, it's clear that the humidity isn't being pulled out correctly. Something definitely not related to burn-in here, and is unacceptable in this current state.
5) The more I drive it, the more impressed I am with handling on sharp curves, roundabouts and offramps. A car this big, and this high off ground has no business being this tight and fun to drive.
6) Stereo still not burned-in, but while better than the 2013 Jag XF with Premium Meridian system, it's a BIG step down from the Harmon Kardon system I heard in the Q7 when I took it for a test drive. Maybe some magic is going to happen with these speakers when full break-in is achieved, but as of now, I am skeptical that this system will reach the performance level of the B&W system I had in the 2010 XF.
7) ICTP - yes, same issues here, as others have reported. Becomes unresponsive, and on occasion Sirius XM goes down, and will not come back up unless I turn car off and restart.
8) In Eco mode, the transmission is smooth as butter, and ride comfort is terrific (I have mine at 43 lbs, usually with 1 or 2 passengers, on my 22" Dbl Helix). But, there is definitely much more body roll when in that mode (vs dynamic), so I only use it when others are in the car, or if I know I just want to be comfy and chill on my trip.
9) The Jaguar downward projection light that shines on ground when you unlock car is pretty cool (in dark).
10) Stereo- it's better than 2013 XF, so I guess I can live with it. Verdict is incomplete.
Thus far, YES I am happy with the car vs my 2013 XF. It's a completely new model, and so I expected there would be a few wrinkles. The ICTP should get rectified with software updates. No biggie. The trannie mapping in dynamic and dynamic/sport mode is of biggest concern to me at the moment, because if it's not a break-in issue, then it's something that could indicate a tranny problem or something that needs another look with the trannie mapping to that mode.
I'll check back in when I have some more observations...
Ok. I am now about 350 miles in (about 2 weeks), and have an update:
1) The shifting, when in dynamic mode isn't as smooth/refined as I'd hoped for. The is especially true when accelerating from a stop I am not talking about racing here, but just normal driving. I am only in the standard 'drive' mode, not "S" (sport). I think the transmission mapping could be refined to adjust this... or perhaps a symptom of further break-in needed...
2) Related to above, but also when in "S" and dynamic mode, I experienced an odd shift during brisk acceleration (think it might have been between 3rd and 4th gear). This may be related to break-in, so I won't fret about this until I get closer to 1,500 to 2k miles. Again, might be a symptom of break-in.
3) Brakes- they are quite 'grippy', but aren't smooth when decelerating especially the last 20-30 ft before a full stop. I am normally VERY smooth from deceleration to complete stop, but this Jag wants to 'grip' the brakes, even when I am applying very consistent brake force on pedal. Almost like a 'ratchet' that moves one 'click' more than I direct it to. This may be another break-in symptom?
4) Air conditioning. This is something that could be a problem and will need service: The air conditioner works, but on occasion I can feel humid air coming out of the vents for a while, and while the air is cooler than outside air, it's clear that the humidity isn't being pulled out correctly. Something definitely not related to burn-in here, and is unacceptable in this current state.
5) The more I drive it, the more impressed I am with handling on sharp curves, roundabouts and offramps. A car this big, and this high off ground has no business being this tight and fun to drive.
6) Stereo still not burned-in, but while better than the 2013 Jag XF with Premium Meridian system, it's a BIG step down from the Harmon Kardon system I heard in the Q7 when I took it for a test drive. Maybe some magic is going to happen with these speakers when full break-in is achieved, but as of now, I am skeptical that this system will reach the performance level of the B&W system I had in the 2010 XF.
7) ICTP - yes, same issues here, as others have reported. Becomes unresponsive, and on occasion Sirius XM goes down, and will not come back up unless I turn car off and restart.
8) In Eco mode, the transmission is smooth as butter, and ride comfort is terrific (I have mine at 43 lbs, usually with 1 or 2 passengers, on my 22" Dbl Helix). But, there is definitely much more body roll when in that mode (vs dynamic), so I only use it when others are in the car, or if I know I just want to be comfy and chill on my trip.
9) The Jaguar downward projection light that shines on ground when you unlock car is pretty cool (in dark).
10) Stereo- it's better than 2013 XF, so I guess I can live with it. Verdict is incomplete.
Thus far, YES I am happy with the car vs my 2013 XF. It's a completely new model, and so I expected there would be a few wrinkles. The ICTP should get rectified with software updates. No biggie. The trannie mapping in dynamic and dynamic/sport mode is of biggest concern to me at the moment, because if it's not a break-in issue, then it's something that could indicate a tranny problem or something that needs another look with the trannie mapping to that mode.
I'll check back in when I have some more observations...