Jaguar’s Polarizing Type 01 EV Will Make Its Debut This Fall
One of the most talked-about cars in recent years is nearing the finish line. Jaguar has confirmed that it will pull back the curtain on the polarizing Type 01 this October, according to Autocar. The luxuryLuxuryA lifestyle defined by exceptional quality, craftsmanship, exclusivity, and sophistication, encompassing the finest products, services, and experiences that represent the highest standards of refinement and excellence.Go to Luxury Glossary marque won’t be unveiling the first of its next-gen EVs at home in the England, though. Instead, it’ll do so in New York City.
It may feel like the Type 01 has been in our lives for years now, but it was only unveiled in concept form in December 2024. That means that that if the reveal does go ahead as schedule, it will come less than two years after the world first became aware of the four-door GT. Of course, that time has been filled with near constant chatter—including from the president of the United States—about how the upcoming vehicle looks like nothing in the storied brand’s history.
But that was the whole point of the bold design. Jaguar has made clear from the very beginning that the Type 01, with its large proportions and geometric shape, is meant to be a departure (even a break) from what came before. To show its commitment to its new direction, the company even discontinued every single one of its gas-powered models (sister brand Land Rover is also preparing to launch its first EVs, but will continue to offer ICE vehicles going forward).
There is more to the Type 01 than its distinctive look. The brand’s first next-gen EV will feature a fully electric, tri-motor powertrain that produces 986 hp. Brute force isn’t the only performance metric that matters when it comes to EVs, though. The four-door will also be equipped with a massive 120 kWh batter pack that will give it a range of around 400 miles, though the hardware will push the vehicle’s weight to nearly three tons. We got the chance to take the vehicle for a quick spin this spring, and found the ride to be comfortable and, most importantly, dynamic.
The decision to unveil the finished Type 01 in the Big Apple, after revealing its concept in Miami, also signals that Jaguar has identified the U.S. as an important market for the car. That may no longer be the sound decision it initially seemed, considering the antagonism the country’s current government has shown toward EVs and foreign-made automobiles since taking office early last year. We’ll see if Jaguar can overcome this when deliveries of the $130,000 Type 01 begin next year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Jaguar is expected to reveal the production version of the Type 01 in October 2026. The unveiling will take place in New York City rather than in the U.K.
The Jaguar Type 01 is the luxury marque’s first next-generation electric vehicle. It is a four-door grand tourer with a bold design that marks a major departure from Jaguar’s previous gas-powered models.
The Type 01 has drawn attention for its dramatic proportions, geometric styling, and break from traditional Jaguar design language. Its look has generated widespread debate since the concept was first revealed in December 2024.
Yes. The Type 01 will be fully electric and is expected to use a tri-motor powertrain producing 986 hp.
Jaguar’s Type 01 is expected to offer around 400 miles of range from a 120 kWh battery pack.
The Jaguar Type 01 is expected to start at around $130,000.
Deliveries of the Jaguar Type 01 are expected to begin in 2027.
Jaguar’s decision to reveal the Type 01 in New York suggests that the U.S. is an important market for the car. The concept was previously shown in Miami, further underlining the brand’s focus on American buyers for its next-generation EV.
This article originally appeared in Robb Report US.