JAGUAR TYPE01: Jaguar’s “Exuberant Modernism” 100% EV
The Jaguar Type 01 is a ferocious, all-electric four-door GT that marks the radical reboot of the iconic British marque into a hyper-exclusive luxury powerhouse. Moving far upmarket, this flagship marries breathtaking “Exuberant Modernism” styling with mind-bending tri-motor performance to challenge the elite of the luxury electric vehicle world.
WLTP Range: Up to 690 km (430 miles)
Price Range:
GBP: £120,000 – £140,000 (estimated)
Euro: €141,000 – €164,500 (approximate equivalent)
USD: $153,500 – $179,000 (approximate equivalent)
Warranty: 3-year/100,000-km vehicle warranty; 8-year/160,000-km (100,000 miles) battery warranty.
Body Style and Size Segment
The Type 01 is an ultra-luxury, four-door Grand Tourer (F-segment) featuring an imposing, long-bonnet silhouette and a sweeping coupe-like roofline.
It sits on a massive 3.2-meter (126-inch) wheelbase with standard 23-inch wheels, completely discarding the traditional rear window for a minimalist, solid back end.
Platform Architecture
Built on the dedicated Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA), it utilizes an advanced 850V system capable of 350kW DC fast charging. A proprietary 120kWh lithium-ion battery configuration yields a target WLTP range of 690–700 km (approx. 430–435 miles). Its tri-motor setup unleashes over 1,000 PS (986 bhp) and 1,300 Nm of torque, rocketing from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in a blistering 2.7 seconds.
Real-world efficiency targets roughly 5.7 km/kWh (3.6 miles/kWh).
Technical Capabilities
The grand tourer incorporates four-wheel steering, twin-valve active dampers, and an advanced adaptive air suspension system.
A camera-based digital rearview system replaces the missing glass mirror. While full grid-integration specifications are pending final late-2026 validation, the JEA platform is engineered to support Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability for high-power luxury accessories.
Quality & Warranty
Adhering to Jaguar’s “Exuberant Modernism” philosophy, the cabin features sustainably sourced premium textiles, high-grade vegan leathers, and sculpted metal finishes.
Storage includes a massive rear boot; front trunk (frunk) volume remains unconfirmed.
Jaguar backs the vehicle with a 5-year/100,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and an 8-year/100,000-mile battery health guarantee.
App Functionality
Managed via the Jaguar Remote app, users can monitor charging metrics, pre-condition the cabin temperature, access remote valet parking features, map grand touring routes with intelligent charging stops, and utilize secure smartphone-as-a-key access.
3 Pros and 3 Cons
- Pros:
- Phenomenal tri-motor performance (1,000+ PS).
- Ultra-fast 850V charging up to 350 kW.
- Show-stopping, bold proportions with incredible road presence.
- Cons:
- High premium price point limits mass accessibility.
- Radical styling and lack of a rear window may polarize traditionalists.
- Large 23-inch wheels and footprint challenge tight urban parking.
SmartGrandads View
The Jaguar Type 01 is a bold statement—it is a car for the driver who wants to make an impression and values avant-garde design over traditional cabin layouts. It is ideal for high-net-worth enthusiasts looking for a unique, high-performance grand tourer.
Its main competitors include the Porsche Taycan and Lucid Air.
While prototypes are currently testing in Europe, we expect the Type 01 to be available in global markets, including the UK, Europe, and North America, following its full reveal later in 2026
Pretty Sure, this will find a lot of buyers.
If I had the money and a big garage, I would get the Type01 and go touring in europe looking to park next to a Ferrari Luce 🙂