Jaguar Unveils Electric GT Type 01, Signifying Brand's New Era
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Jaguar has unveiled the Type 01, an all-electric GT concept car designed to mark the brand's new era of performance luxury and electrification. The dramatic, four-door vehicle boasts 1,030 horsepower, a 720 km WLTP range, and a distinctive design. Global orders will open in early 2027, with deliveries starting in the second half of the year, and efforts are underway to introduce it to the Israeli market.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Jaguar revealed the Type 01, an all-electric GT concept car, signifying a new era for the brand.
- The Type 01 features 1,030 horsepower and a 720 km WLTP estimated driving range.
- Global orders for the Type 01 will commence in early 2027, with deliveries in the latter half of the year.
- The vehicle represents Jaguar's strategic shift towards electrification and enhanced luxury.
- The Type 01 has a dramatic design with exaggerated proportions and advanced interior technology.
- The local importer is working to market the Type 01 in Israel.
Jaguar has officially revealed the Type 01, an all-electric GT concept car that marks a significant departure from the brand's previous models and aims to re-establish Jaguar as a performance luxury manufacturer. The Type 01, with its name signifying zero emissions and its status as the first in Jaguar's new era, follows a period of teasers and camouflaged prototypes.
This new model is part of a broader transformation initiated by Jaguar, which announced in 2023 its shift towards electrification and enhanced luxury. This strategy led to the discontinuation of familiar models like the E-Pace, F-Pace, XE, XF, and F-Type. The brand has also undergone a rebranding, including updates to its logo and typography, accompanied by a campaign that has sparked discussion about its heritage.
The Type 01 boasts a dramatic design with exaggerated proportions, measuring 5.2 meters in length, 2.2 meters in width, and a wheelbase of 3.2 meters, all while maintaining a low profile of 1.4 meters. It features a long hood, short front overhang, a steeply raked roofline, and a distinctive angular shoulder line. The four-door GT includes narrow LED headlights, active air intakes, and large 23-inch wheels. Notably, it lacks a rear window, relying on a digital central display, and incorporates an active rear spoiler. Despite its imposing size, it has a low drag coefficient of 0.23 Cd and features rear-wheel steering for enhanced maneuverability, resulting in a turning radius comparable to a compact car.
The interior is designed with a minimalist aesthetic, featuring a central spine that divides the cabin into four distinct seating areas. The battery is split to optimize interior space. A 24-inch screen is positioned in front of the driver, while a 7-inch central touchscreen controls climate, seat functions, and an impressive audio system with 38 speakers and a soundbar. Rear passengers also have a 7-inch screen for comfort controls.
Powering the Type 01 are three electric motors (two rear, one front) on Jaguar's new 850-volt JEA platform, delivering a combined output of 1,030 horsepower and 139.2 kgfm of torque. This setup enables acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds. The vehicle is equipped with a 118 kWh (net) NMC battery, offering an estimated range of 720 km (WLTP) or 644 km (EPA). It supports 350 kW fast charging, capable of adding 321 km of range in 18 minutes. Global orders open in early 2027, with first deliveries expected in the second half of the year. The local importer in Israel is reportedly working to bring the model to the Israeli market.
