Jaguar is embarking on a new chapter with the Type 01, an electric sedan with a distinctive design.
Jaguar has finally unveiled the Type 01, its first production car of the new era. With its oversized proportions, massive rear end, and almost unreal appearance, this vehicle resembles more a super-villain’s car than a conventional electric GT. Behind this stunning design, the British manufacturer also offers impressive specifications: 1,030 horsepower, a 118 kWh battery, and up to 720 km of WLTP range. We’ll tell you everything you need to know.
Jaguar is betting big with this launch. After wiping out its previous lineup and sparking widespread reaction with its new identity, the British brand must now prove that this transformation can work with a real car. Two years after the highly controversial Type 00 concept, here comes its production version: the Type 01. And those who hoped Jaguar would tone down its aggressive design will be surprised.
The Type 00 concept wasn’t that far from reality
Officially unveiled in New York tonight, the Type 01 retains most of the proportions that drew attention during the Type 00’s presentation at the end of 2024.
Its official dimensions are truly impressive: 5.24 meters long, 2.17 meters wide, and only 1.40 meters high! It features an extremely long hood, a very low roofline, large surfaces with almost no details, and a massive rear end. All of this is supported by 23-inch wheels. In short, it’s a large four-door, four-seater GT.
The aerodynamic efforts put into it are greater than they might seem. Jaguar claims a Cx value of 0.23, thanks in part to active elements and a three-stage deployable rear spoiler. According to the manufacturer, the Type 01 thus becomes the most aerodynamic Jaguar ever produced. At the back, the traditional rear window is gone; instead, a camera is used to show the driver what’s happening behind the car.
Most importantly, this massive vehicle is built on a completely new platform. Named Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA), this foundation was developed specifically for the brand’s new generation of electric models. Thus, technically speaking, the Type 01 is not a descendant of the old I-Pace. Jaguar is moving on from the past.
Three motors and up to 1,030 horsepower
The technical specifications match its sleek design. Three electric motors provide all-wheel drive, generating up to 1,030 horsepower (260 kW for the front motor and 310 kW for each of the two rear motors) along with 1,365 Nm of torque. Despite weighing 2.7 tons, the Type 01 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds. Even more indicative of its role as a high-performance road car is its acceleration from 100 to 180 km/h, which takes only four seconds...
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Jaguar also focused on weight distribution, aiming for a 50/50 split. The car features pneumatic suspension across all four wheels with active dampers, as well as rear steering wheels. The manufacturer states it leveraged the expertise of its Formula E team to develop the handling characteristics of this new GT. Therefore, performance isn’t the only selling point.
The Coventry-based brand aims to restore its historic positioning for its flagship GTs: cars that are fast but also capable of covering long distances comfortably.
A massive 118 kWh battery
To achieve this, the Type 01 doesn’t settle for anything less than excellence. Its battery boasts a useful capacity of 118 kWh. Jaguar claims up to 720 km of range according to the WLTP cycle, though this figure still needs final verification.
The platform operates at 850 volts and can handle up to 350 kW (DC) of power. Jaguar promises a 10-80% charge in just 22 minutes, which is highly competitive for a battery of this capacity. The British brand states that under optimal conditions, it’s possible to regain up to 321 km of range in 13 minutes.
A highly minimalist interior
Inside, it’s just as spectacular. Notably, there’s this enormous central console, which Jaguar calls a “spine.” It runs through the entire cabin and separates the four occupants. The atmosphere is characterized by brass-colored metal elements and a very horizontal design. In front of the driver, there’s primarily a 24-inch OLED screen. The setup is completed by a small 7-inch touchscreen in the center for the most common controls.
Our colleagues who got a chance to sit in the car mentioned narrow door openings and limited legroom, even with a wheelbase of 2.80 meters. This is a direct consequence of its very low profile. Thus, the giant exterior size doesn’t necessarily translate into particularly generous interior space...
Jaguar has also developed an audio system that includes a panoramic sound bar running across the width of the dashboard. Thus, the Type 01 takes the opposite approach to some modern electric cars that fill the cabin with multiple large screens. Here, as you can see from the images, the technology is designed to blend in with the interior design as much as possible.
Jaguar shifts to a completely different scale
This car is primarily the first real test of a radical strategy adopted by Jaguar. The brand now aims to position itself much higher than before, producing fewer cars but at significantly higher prices.
The Type 01 will be assembled in Solihull, United Kingdom, while its electric motors and batteries will be produced in Wolverhampton. Orders are set to open in early 2027 with first deliveries expected in the second half of the year. In the UK, Jaguar has already announced a starting price of 130,000 pounds, which is approximately 150,000 euros. The price for the French market has not yet been officially announced.
In short, with the Type 01, Jaguar is making a bold break from tradition and attempting to start anew with a high-end electric GT that is deliberately eye-catching and controversial. What remains to be seen is whether customers will embrace this as radical a repositioning as its design.
