Jaguar Unveils 1,000-hp Type 01 Electric GT on JEA Platform Ahead of 2027 Solihull Build
Jaguar introduced the production-specification Type 01 electric grand tourer in New York on October 7, confirming a 1,000 PS dual-motor drivetrain, an 850-volt architecture, and a £130,000 base price.
- £130,000
- Over 1,000 PS
- 118 kWh
- 350 kW
What Happened
Jaguar has debuted the Type 01 four-door grand tourer during a launch presentation in New York. The model serves as the brand's premiere series offering following its complete transition toward high-end battery-electric mobility.
- £130,000
- Over 1,000 PS (1,365 Nm)
- 118 kWh
Underpinned by the dedicated Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA), the four-door flagship develops 1,365 Nm of torque. An 850-volt system topology is mated to a 118-kWh traction battery, enabling up to 724 km (450 miles) of WLTP range.
High-power DC charging reaches 350 kW, capable of adding 200 miles of highway range in roughly 13 minutes. British engineering teams finalized the mechanical package ahead of volume manufacturing at JLR's Solihull assembly complex.
Orders have opened with a pricing threshold around £130,000, with primary market deliveries scheduled to commence in 2027.
Why this matters
The Type 01 represents the inaugural series-production manifestation of Jaguar's high-luxury, EV-only repositioning strategy. Moving into six-figure territory on a bespoke platform pits the storied marque directly against ultra-luxury electric flagships from Porsche and Bentley.
Terms in This Story
- JEA
- Jaguar Electric Architecture, a bespoke bespoke platform engineered exclusively for Jaguar's next-generation electric luxury vehicles.
A brief summary; details can be imperfect — always verify against the original source.