Jaguar Makes Its Controversial All-EV Return with the Type 01
The four-seater has a 118kWh battery, an expected range of up to 400 miles and a starting price of £130,000.
- On Tuesday, October 6, Jaguar unveiled the production-ready Type 01 in New York, an electric four-door GT car priced at £130,000 with a 118kWh battery offering up to 400 miles of range.
- Jaguar Land Rover will manufacture electric drive units and battery packs in Wolverhampton, with vehicle assembly beginning in 2027 at the Solihull plant in the West Midlands and body panels supplied from Halewood in Merseyside.
- Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said the model is a "crucial step" in JLR's plans to invest over £15 billion in Britain, supporting thousands of jobs across the West Midlands and North West.
- JLR confirmed plans last month to eliminate 4,000 positions and reduce costs by £1.7 billion, while facing higher expenses, competition from Chinese electric cars, and President Donald Trump's tariffs.
- The launch follows a controversial rebrand two years ago that drew around 120,000 social media comments; Tesla shareholder Elon Musk recently asked "Do you sell cars?" prompting Jaguar to reply "Yes.
80 Articles
80 Articles
Jaguar Unveils New Electric Car After Woke Backlash
Jaguar has unveiled its first major electric model since its controversial rebrand, putting a £130,000 bet on a very different future. The Type 01 is a four-door Grand Tourer with a long bonnet inspired by the classic E-Type. It packs roughly 1,000 horsepower, reaches 62mph in 3.2 seconds and can travel up to 320 miles… Continue reading Jaguar Unveils New Electric Car After Woke Backlash
Jaguar reveals $130K electric vehicle two years after failed ‘woke’ rebrand video
British luxury automaker Jaguar has unveiled a $130,500 electric vehicle, two years after its failed “woke” rebrand and disastrous “pink Batmobile” drew widespread scorn and derision.
Restart for Jaguar: The series version of Type 01 is clearly different from previous models. The brand wants to open up new customer groups.
After years of waiting, Jaguar has finally revealed the electric car that will bring the brand back. The Danish importer has now revealed how much it will cost and when customers will be able to get it.
The new flagship electric vehicle is equipped with three engines, a 850-V architecture, a 118-kWh battery and a range of up to 644 km.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 49% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
