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its performance is best exploited in the mid-range rather than in straight-line speed.
While the engine can be a little vocal when first starting up from cold, any noise is suitably insulated from the cabin and it quickly improves once warm.
That gearbox is well suited to the engine too and while we did occasionally miss the lack of gearchange paddles behind the steering wheel (they’ve since been fitted as standard), it wasn’t as often as we first imagined. The same
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from £46,730 Turbo-diesel – 2.0-litre, 240bhp
0 to 60mph in 7.0 seconds, 139mph top speed
Power: Average fuel economy:
45.6mpg
CO2 emissions: Rivals:
162g/km Audi Q3, BMW X1, Volvo XC40
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goes for the E-Pace’s weight. Despite its smaller dimensions, it’s actually heavier than the larger F-Pace due to the latter’s aluminium construction, but in everyday driving that’s rarely noticeable. Yes, the E-Pace’s handling could be a little sharper and there could be more feel to it overall, but the fact is that the steering is responsive enough as it is and along with its wide stance, we’re talking small percentages. The same goes for the ride on the optional 20in wheels. It can be a little firm on some surfaces, but having