Jaguar F-Pace gets new mild-hybrid petrol and diesel Sport models

Jaguar has extended its F-Pace model range with two new performance-focused Sport models.

Both use straight-six mild hybrid engines, with the 300 Sport powered by a twin-turbo 3.0-litre diesel and the 400 Sport using a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol.

The two new models also feature a host of unique Sport design features and slot in beneath the range-topping 545bhp F-Pace SVR in the line-up.

The 400 Sport uses a petrol engine with twin-scroll turbo and electronic supercharger to produce 395bhp and 406lb ft of torque. It will get from 0-60mph in 5.1 seconds and run on to a top speed of 155mph.

The diesel-powered 300 Sport produces 296bhp and 479lb ft of torque, bringing a 0-60mph time of 6.1 seconds and a top speed of 143mph. Despite this brisk performance, Jaguar says it’ll still return up to 38.2mpg.

Both engines use a mild hybrid system to aid performance and economy. The belt-driven integrated starter generator replaces a traditional alternator and harvests energy from braking to provide a small boost to the engine under acceleration and to aid the start-stop system.