[GlockWorkOrange]

I hope no one finds this remark *offensive* , but *GR* thinks the seats in the *Portfolio* look like someone spilled a big cup of *ORANGE SHERBET* all over my *GORGEOUS JET SEATS & DOOR PANELS*!!!
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I think that color is funny looking , but definitely not a *waste* !!!

The seats in the Portfolio are incredibly comfortable.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

I mean I could live without that extra 40hp, exclusive interior design options, and some S badges in exterior/interior area. Assembling a Portfolio with all the options that I want would net me with more features for less money spent. What kills the deal for the S for me is the Climate Seat and the Luxury Packs which come as standard for the Portfolio and costs a lot for the S also the Car Parking Assist Pack costs more for the S than the Portfolio. True with the Portfolio I'd have to pick the Adaptive Dynamic Pack but it's not as expensive as all those mentioned optional features. Not to mention the multimedia upgrade for the S is also more expensive for the 825 Meridian than the Portfolio. In the end if I want the exact same features I would have to spend around $6,500 more for the S.

Unless I want to sacrifice the Climate front seat and Luxury packs, the portfolio seems like the better deal for going full luxury optional features. Am I missing something?

I am way late on this but I faced the same dilemma as you. I really liked the look of the S but the no cost options in the Portfolio, like the HUD, air-conditioned seats, heated steering wheel, ambient lighting, tech package, adjustable rear seats, included mats, etc., etc. ended up being a better value. I don't think I am missing that 40hp--the Portfolio's V-6 sings.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

The shape of the front is different, below the centerline. Note how the S lower center protrudes out, while the Port is set back a bit. The corner areas are also of course different.

I agree and find the S to be more aggressive looking.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

Where are you getting $6500 diff between a Portfolio & S? The base price difference is $5000.
And I have not seen what the full details are of the Portfolio equipment, but here's the S added features over a Prestige that the Portfolio is based.
F-PACE S

For pure sports performance, the F-PACE S includes the 3.0L, 380hp Supercharged V6 engine.
Includes F-PACE Prestige key features, plus:

• 3.0L 380PS Supercharged V6 engine
• 20" Alloy Wheels
• Adaptive Dynamics with Configurable Dynamic Mode
• Adaptive Surface Response
• Red Brake Calipers
• ‘S’ Body Kit including sports front and rear bumpers, body-colored S door claddings with satin chrome finishers
• Satin Chrome exterior finishers on front grille, diffuser and side power vents
• Metal sill finishers and multi-function steering wheel with ‘S’ branding
• Full LED headlamps, adaptive with Intelligent high beam
• 14x14 Way Sport-style seats with ‘S’ embossing, 4-way front seats power lumbar and memory
• Lane Keeping Assist & Driver Fatigue Alert
• Blind Spot Monitor with Closing Vehicle Sensing
• Reverse Traffic Detection
• SiriusXM Satellite Radio
• Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
• Front fog lamps

Missing the tech package, HUD, AC seats, heated steering wheel, opening the back with your foot (whatever that is called), adjustable rear seats, 20 way adjustable front seats and perhaps a few other things. Taken together, those options on the S put the price comfortably above the Portfolio's, which is why I find the Portfolio to be a better value.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

I understand it comes with the 3 options packs & HUD, but what about things like AEB, ASR, blind spot, lane keeping, reverse traffic, adaptive dynamics that are standard on a S but not on a Prestige that the Portfolio is based.

I believe it has all but the adaptive dynamics. Does have lane keep assist but does not have the adaptive cruise control, which is something I would kill for.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

Not at all admonishing those who have the S! I love all the F paces I see actually. I feel like every color and every difference is awesome. The thread topic is Portfolio vs S. in terms of value. I stated my opinion and gave a source. I feel like the S is a poor value in regards to the 40 extra horsepower. While a new member and new owner of an F pace, this does not mean I cannot have an opinion different than others. I wish Jaguar would have made a bigger jump to quantify the S badging. It pretends to be something its not. It should be much quicker IMO.

I agree with the value proposition stated here but I do believe the S is the better looking car. Compromises, compromises. Oh well, if money were no object I'd....have the Lambo SUV....

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

THere is some confusion on this point. Originally it was just white.....and the ones on the lots seem to confirm this. But others are saying the color can be changed.

Correct, originally could just get it in white. Actually, it's supposedly a "special" white. The dealer wasted a lot of wind explaining this but it in the end, it's just a white car with a deeper tan interior.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

going forward, it is a lot more than 40 HP for the S versus the portfolio. The portfolio will only come with the I4 at 300hp.

I hate when people put their values on me. I try very hard to not criticize people who buy other trim levels.

**** shame they got rid of the 35-T option in any trim level.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

Hey McKinney, thanks. Please ignore my ignorance, but what do you mean the Portfolio will only come with the I4 at 300hp? I was under the impression the 3.0 supercharged engine that is in the portfolio is the same 3.0 supercharged engine in the other models?

You are right. Saying the S was a waste was a dumb term and not what I meant. My appologies. Buying the S for the power difference is what I feel like is sort of a waste. Not the S itself.

Correct. They are no longer making the 300 HP, supercharged V-6, the 35 T.

My dealer was very quick to point out this is the same engine in the base F-Type. I acted surprised and didn't also remind her it was the same engine in the XF I was trading in.

As I understand it, 4 cylinder or the S. That's it.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

Ugh
I find the Lambo SUV to be hideous. I'd rather roll on something like the new e63s wagon.

Really? I do like that Lambo. I also like that e63 wagon. It's sick. MB's design team is really knocking the ball out of the park the past few years.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

I'd be interested in knowing the demographics of S buyers vs. Portfolio buyers. Something tells me that the white/tan car would attract the more "mature" buyer.

I'm 41 with a white Portfolio, so not sure where I fall on the maturity spectrum. My wife would say highly immature. Anyway, if what you're saying is driving a Portfolio is like an old man driving a Lincoln, I disagree.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

I guess what I'm saying is that I find that older people tend to be more interested in a tan interior. Nothing wrong with that and I don't think that any FPace is an old man car. Just saying that I wonder if the color combo draws an older crowd.

I understand. I do see a lot of hate for the interior---it's a personal preference--whatever. I happen to think it is a very sharp color and it never struck me as something an AARP member with a cane and Blue Blockers would be prone to gravitate to. Again, to each their own.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

Hey, well if we're talking about hate for an interior color, then my red S interior definitely takes the cake. I think it's the only color that has induced vomitting and even seizures among some forum members.
But, in all seriousness, I'm not hating on your interior color.

I would absolutely buy red interior. Do you have it posted somewhere?

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

Here's a pic from when I picked the car up in 2016. Not a great picture but you get the idea. Also, I'd love to see a pic of the Portfolio interior. I don't think I've actually ever seen it!

Those are sharp, for sure.

 

[GlockWorkOrange]

I’m 42, pasty, over-educated, and I’ve owned a portfolio (30T) for less than a week. I spec’d the exterior in caesium blue and the interior in sienna. My two prior cars were convertible Audi’s. I went F-Pace because of the handling and shoulder room. I went Portfolio over S and Prestige because of the seats — the 20 way non-sport seats sealed it. If it didn’t have those, I’d have done a Prestige with ICT rather than ICTP to keep the cost down. I also wouldn’t have ordered heads up. But the difference in price was less than $1800 after other options were added, and the seats were worth that to me.

The 20 way seats and head's up are really nice. When I drive other cars now, I find myself staring at the windshield looking for the speed reading.

When we got ours, the dealer told us white only. We would have been interested in other options, including your blue model. White has worked out fine; however.