Is the 2018 Jaguar E-PACE reliable?

The 2018 Jaguar E-PACE has 13 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.3x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2018 Jaguar E-PACE?

Top problems: ENGINE (4 complaints, avg repair $500); FUEL SYSTEM (3 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (2 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2018 Jaguar E-PACE?

Yes, there are 2 recall(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL. Contact any Jaguar dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Jaguar E-PACE?

The 2018 Jaguar E-PACE gets 24 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2018 Jaguar E-PACE?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2018 Jaguar E-PACE is approximately $2,260/year (suv-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2018 Jaguar E-PACE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2018 Jaguar E-PACE has 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.3x the segment average of 10. The most common issue is engine problems (31% of all complaints), specifically: engine abruptly loses power when driving at normal speeds in both city and highway conditions causing potential injury and/or death to drivers and passengers. jaguar/land rover is aware of this problem and continues to sell vehicles affected by this condition. jaguar/land rover has been working on. There are 2 recalls issued for this model year.

1 crash report 1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 7)

ENGINE

4 complaints

31%

• ENGINE ABRUPTLY LOSES POWER WHEN DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEEDS IN BOTH CITY AND HIGHWAY CONDITIONS CAUSING POTENTIAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND CONTINUES TO SELL VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS CONDITION. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER HAS BEEN WORKING ON
• THE CAR SHUTS DOWN AS I WAS DRIVING. THIS OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER STOPPING AT STOP SIGNS/ RED LIGHTS. THE CAR TURNS OFF. I MUST TURN ON THE CAR AND AND PUT IT BACK INTO DRIVE MODE TO DRIVE.
• ON 7.9.2019 CAR WAS IN ECO MODE. WENT DOWN HILL, STOPPED AT LIGHT TO TURN RIGHT. CAR TURNED OFF AS SHOULD BUT WOULD NOT COME BACK ON. ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED AS, NO POWER TO CAR AS WAS TRYING TO PULL OFF TO SIDE OF ROAD, ALMOST HIT GUARDRAIL BECAUSE COULD NOT TURN WHEEL EASILY AS NO POWER STEERING.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“ENGINE ABRUPTLY LOSES POWER WHEN DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEEDS IN BOTH CITY AND HIGHWAY CONDITIONS CAUSING POTENTIAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND CONTINUES TO SELL VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS CONDITION. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER HAS BEEN WORKING ON”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2018 Jaguar E-PACE

Based on 10 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 7K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (2)

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS01/03/2018

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vehicles. The brackets that secure the front brake hoses may not have been installed properly, allowing the front brake hoses to contact the tires, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.

Risk: A brake fluid leak can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose brackets, replacing any that do not provide sufficient clearance, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H074.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2018 Jaguar E-PACE

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,001

Per month

$167

Per mile

16.7¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,286/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2018 Jaguar E-PACE

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,260

Full coverage / month

$188

Liability only / year

$732

vs US avg

+35%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-luxury)1.35x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$2260

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Jaguar New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

Includes 5 years complimentary scheduled maintenance

These are the terms for a new Jaguar. If you're buying a used 2018 E-PACE, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Jaguar dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 13 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: ENGINE ABRUPTLY LOSES POWER WHEN DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEEDS IN BOTH CITY AND HIGHWAY CONDITIONS CAUSING POTENTIAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND CONTINUES TO SELL VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS CONDITION. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER HAS BEEN WORKING ON
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: WHEN PARKED IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE STARTED MOVING BY ITSELF. THIS HAD HAPPEN BEFORE ON A DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THIS TIME I COULD NOT GET IT TO STOP. BECAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT THAT ENSUED, I CANT REMEMBER A LOT ABOUT THE ACCIDENT. THE POLICE BELIEVE I HIT THE POST AT 30 TO 50 MPH. BECAUSE OF THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: VEHICLE EXHIBITS VERY HARD DOWNSHIFTS AT LOWER SPEEDS. MAJORITY OF THE OCCURRENCES DRIVER IS NOT ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A SMOOTH STOP WITH VEHICLE EXHIBITING VERY HARD DOWNSHIFTING AND OCCASIONALLY ACCOMPANIED BY A 'BOUNCING, IN THE DRIVELINE. UNABLE TO DETERMINE A COMMON ENVIRONMENT, SURFAC
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: THE CAR SHUTS DOWN AS I WAS DRIVING. THIS OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER STOPPING AT STOP SIGNS/ RED LIGHTS. THE CAR TURNS OFF. I MUST TURN ON THE CAR AND AND PUT IT BACK INTO DRIVE MODE TO DRIVE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Jaguar dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Jaguar E-PACE — Year Comparison

How does 2018 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2020

6Excellent Reliability

Full years-to-avoid analysis →

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 13
Recalls: 2
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 1
Injury reports: 1
Segment avg: 10

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