Jaguar’s new Type 01 isn’t just another plug‑in; it’s the brand’s first production model built on its Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA). With an 850‑volt system and a 118‑kWh usable battery, the car bursts to 1,030 PS and 1,365 Nm of torque from a tri‑motor setup that keeps the 50:50 weight balance razor‑sharp.
The battery delivers a claimed EPA range of up to 400 miles, while the sustained highway‑speed range tops out near 320 miles. Add a 350‑kW DC charger and you can top up 200 miles in just 13 minutes – a quick‑fix that keeps the thrill alive on long drives.
When you line it up against rivals, the numbers get sharper. Porsche’s Taycan 4S offers roughly 300 miles and 480 PS; Tesla’s Model S Plaid clocks 1,020 PS but with a 350‑mile range. The Type 01 sits comfortably above both in raw power and keeps pace with Lucid Air’s 400‑mile promise, making it a serious contender for the premium EV‑GT segment.
On the production front, JLR is already moving parts into the Solihull plant, with 850‑volt drive units from Wolverhampton and body panels from Halewood. Nearly 9,000 Solihull staff are being retrained for EV work, signalling a serious push toward electrification. Orders are expected to open in early 2027, with first deliveries slated for the second half of the year, starting in key metropolitan markets before expanding across India.
Inside, the cabin feels more like a cockpit than a car. A single‑glass 24‑inch OLED display dominates the steering wheel, while a secondary seven‑inch screen handles everyday functions. Sound is immersive, with a full‑width panoramic bar and Sensory Audio seats that adapt to driving conditions. The launch date is set for 2027, so keep an eye on the rollout schedule for city availability and pricing once official numbers surface.