Jaguar has unveiled the production Type 01 EV, retaining the polarizing design of its 2024 Type 00 concept. At 17.1 feet long with a low roofline and stretched hood, the fastback evokes 1940s gangster cars. It lacks a rear window, using cameras feeding to a windshield-base screen, and exceeds UK parking space limits. Despite its size, a 37.7-foot turning circle is achieved via rear-wheel steering.
The 850-volt architecture and 118 kWh battery deliver 450 miles WLTP range (~385 EPA). Three motors produce 1,016 horsepower and 1,007 lb-ft torque, enabling 0-60 mph in 3.2 seconds. Active aerodynamics include a three-stage rear spoiler generating 165.3 pounds of downforce. Five drive modes and Dynamic Air Suspension are standard.
Inside, a minimalist cabin features a central divider, seven-inch console, and 24-inch touchscreen replacing physical controls. Space is limited despite exterior dimensions. Pricing targets the low- to mid-$100,000 range; no sale date announced. Managing director Rawdon Glover stated the radical design targets affluent younger buyers, moving beyond the current "men in their '50s" demographic.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing