Jaguar Type 01 Coming to India: 720 Km Range, 1,030 HP and No Rear Windscreen!

Jaguar Type 01 is an electric GT with 1,030 PS, 720 km WLTP range, 850V charging and no conventional rear windscreen.

Introduction

Jaguar is entering a bold new electric era with the Jaguar Type 01, a dramatic four-door electric GT that looks very different from the brand’s older models. Unveiled in New York, the Type 01 combines more than 1,000 PS of power with a claimed 720 km WLTP range and an unusual design that completely removes the conventional rear windscreen.

For Indian buyers, the car is particularly interesting because Jaguar plans to bring it to India after its international launch. Autocar India reports that India is expected to get the Type 01 a few months after international deliveries begin, with an expected price of around Rs 2 crore, although the India price and launch date are not officially confirmed yet.

Jaguar Type 01: 720 Km Range

The Jaguar Type 01 uses a large 118kWh battery and an 850-volt electrical architecture.

Jaguar claims up to 450 miles or around 720 km of WLTP range. The EPA estimate is up to 400 miles. The company also says the car can add up to 200 miles of range in around 13 minutes when using a 350kW rapid DC charger.

This combination of long range and fast charging could make the Type 01 a serious luxury EV for long-distance driving.

1,030 HP Makes It an Electric Monster

Performance is one of the biggest highlights.

The Jaguar Type 01 gets a tri-motor setup, with two electric motors at the rear and one at the front. Combined output is around 1,030 hp and 1,365 Nm.

Jaguar claims a 0–100 kmph time of just 3.2 seconds. The car also gets an advanced electric architecture and all-wheel-drive capability.

Despite its huge performance, Jaguar has focused heavily on aerodynamics. The Type 01 has a claimed drag coefficient of only 0.23, helped by active aerodynamic elements and a three-stage deployable rear spoiler.

No Rear Windscreen: How Does It Work?

This is perhaps the most unusual feature of the Jaguar Type 01.

Instead of a conventional rear windscreen, the car uses a rear-facing camera connected to a digital rear-view display. This allows Jaguar to maintain the clean, futuristic rear design while still giving the driver a view behind the car.

The rear design also features Jaguar’s distinctive “strikethrough” styling, with the tail-lamps hidden when they are switched off.

Futuristic Interior With a 24-Inch Screen

Inside, Jaguar has created a minimalist luxury cabin.

One of the main highlights is a huge 24-inch OLED display that combines the instrument display and infotainment functions. The cabin also gets separate touchscreen controls for climate functions and premium materials with brass-inspired detailing.

The front seats offer heating, cooling and massage functions, adding to the luxury GT experience.

Long, Low and Extremely Different Design

The Type 01 measures around 5,235mm in length and only about 1,403mm in height. Its wheelbase is approximately 3.2 metres, while standard 23-inch wheels give the car an imposing stance.

Its long bonnet, low roofline and wide body take inspiration from classic Jaguar GTs while using a much more futuristic design language.

When Will Jaguar Type 01 Come to India?

Jaguar says orders for the Type 01 will open in early 2027, with production beginning in 2027 at JLR’s Solihull facility. Jaguar’s official UK announcement lists pricing from £130,000.

For India, Autocar India expects the Type 01 to arrive a few months after international deliveries begin, with an estimated price of around Rs 2 crore ex-showroom. This should be treated as an expectation rather than an official India price.

FAQs

What is the Jaguar Type 01?

The Jaguar Type 01 is a new four-door luxury electric GT and one of Jaguar’s most powerful production cars.

What is the Jaguar Type 01 range?

It has a claimed range of up to 720 km under the WLTP cycle.

How powerful is the Jaguar Type 01?

Its tri-motor setup produces around 1,030 hp and 1,365 Nm.

Why does the Type 01 have no rear windscreen?

Jaguar uses a rear camera and digital rear-view display instead of a traditional rear windscreen.

Will Jaguar Type 01 come to India?

India is expected to get the Type 01 after its international launch, but Jaguar has not yet announced the final India launch date or price.

Conclusion

The Jaguar Type 01 is much more than another luxury electric car. With 1,030 hp, a 720 km claimed WLTP range, 850V architecture, 23-inch wheels and a camera-based rear-view system, it represents Jaguar’s attempt to completely reinvent itself for the electric era.

If Jaguar brings it to India at around the expected Rs 2 crore price point, the Type 01 could become one of the most eye-catching luxury EVs in the country.

Disclaimer: Specifications, range, pricing and India launch details are based on currently available information. The final India price, variant specifications and launch timeline may change when Jaguar officially announces the Indian model.