What to replace my Jaguar I-Pace with?

I have a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace SE. I have had no issues whatsoever with the car but feel it's time to move on. I like an engaged sporty drive, but I can't really see any similar specced EVs without either a compromise in acceleration or some other area such as boot size etc.

Is there any car you would recommend as my next EV for under €40k that has that same sporty AWD feel and is an estate or SUV?

Tony D (Dublin)

Apr 2026 Filed under: electric cars

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Expert answer

Hi Tony,

You'll really struggle to fill that brief for under €40k as a new EV, but there are a few good used options to consider. Forget about estates, though, as there are so few electric estates.

The first car that comes to mind is the BMW iX1. The dual-motor 'xDrive30' variant has a 490-litre boot (your Jaguar's is 500 litres I believe) and while it doesn't quote have the same peak outputs as the I-Pace, it is quite rapid and it drives very well.

There are actually a few examples of the BMW iX around within your budget as well, with significantly more performance and space than the iX1. That one has rather more divisive styling we feel...

Another option with loads of power is the early electric version of the Volvo XC40.

Let us know if we're on the right lines here and we'll help you narrow things down further (submit another question to get back to us).

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor