The Jaguar Type 01; on sale in February 2027.
Comparing the all-electric Jaguar Type 01 flagship to the classic Jaguar XJ6 highlights a massive shift in scale, proportions, and design philosophy. While the XJ6 defined the traditional, graceful British saloon, the Type 01 represents Jaguar's radical new "Exuberant Modernism" electric era.
1. Dimension Comparison: Type 01 vs. XJ6
| Dimension / Metric | Jaguar Type 01 (Modern EV Flagship) | Classic Jaguar XJ6 (Series III / SWB benchmark) | Classic Jaguar XJ6 (Longest LWB variant, X300) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,235 mm (206.1 in) | 4,959 mm (195.2 in) | 5,149 mm (202.7 in) |
| Overall Width | 2,021 mm (79.6 in) | 1,770 mm (69.7 in) | 1,798 mm (70.8 in) |
| Overall Height | 1,403 mm (55.2 in) | 1,377 mm (54.2 in) | 1,359 mm (53.5 in) |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm (126.0 in) | 2,865 mm (112.8 in) | 2,870 mm (113.0 in) |
2. Key Length & Proportional Takeaways
- The Type 01 is Significantly Longer: At 5,235 mm, the Type 01 is 276 mm (nearly 11 inches) longer than a standard classic Series III XJ6, and it even eclipses the largest 1990s long-wheelbase XJ6 (X300 LWB at 5,149 mm) by 86 mm. In fact, its length is virtually identical to a modern long-wheelbase Range Rover.
- Massive Footprint & Stance: The Type 01 is vastly wider (2,021 mm vs. the XJ6's dainty 1,770 mm), reflecting modern crash safety structures, heavy battery packaging, and sweeping 23-inch wheel layouts.
- Ultra-Low Silhouette: Despite being over 5.2 meters long, the Type 01 matches the classic XJ6's low-slung, ground-hugging appearance—standing at just 1,403 mm tall, giving it extreme, dramatic grand tourer (GT) proportions.
3. Design Philosophy Shift
- The XJ6 Era: Designed under Sir William Lyons with slim pillars, delicate chrome detailing, organic curves, and a cabin that prioritized greenhouse glass area and upright formal luxury.
- The Type 01 Era: Built on a dedicated EV architecture, it features an elongated hood, a completely blanked-off bold front fascia, a dramatic cab-rearward silhouette, and the complete absence of a traditional rear window, marking an aggressive departure from the classic three-box British saloon look.
Le Jaguar Type 01 est un grand coupé quatre portes (Grand Tourer) entièrement électrique dévoilé à New York. Estimé autour de 120 000 £ (~155 000 USD), ce modèle marque la réinvention totale et hautement polarisante de la marque britannique vers un segment ultra-luxe, visant directement des concurrents comme Bentley. [1, 2, 3]
Performance et puissance hors norme
- Motorisation : Un système à trois moteurs électriques (un à l'avant, deux à l'arrière) développant une puissance colossale de 1 015 chevaux et un couple de 1 007 lb-pi. [4]
- Accélération : Elle abat le 0 à 100 km/h (0-62 mph) en 3,1 à 3,2 secondes. [2, 4]
- Châssis : Elle bénéficie d'une répartition des masses idéale de 50/50, de quatre roues directrices et d'une suspension pneumatique adaptative pour un confort absolu. C'est également la Jaguar la plus rigide de l'histoire. [5, 6, 7]
Batterie et autonomie
- Autonomie : Équipée d'une batterie de 118 kWh, son autonomie maximale théorique est estimée à 400 miles (environ 640 km), ou 320 miles (515 km) en maintien de vitesse de croisière sur autoroute. [4]
- Architecture de recharge : Grâce à une configuration de batterie séparée en deux blocs distincts (ce qui permet d'abaisser la position des sièges et de créer un espace pour les pieds), elle accepte les charges de 400V et 800V. Sur une borne rapide DC de 350 kW, elle passe de 10 à 80 % de charge en 22 minutes. [4, 7]
Un design révolutionnaire et controversé
Le style extérieur de la Type 01 rompt radicalement avec le passé tout en arborant des proportions extravagantes : un capot extrêmement long rappelant la légendaire E-Type des années 1960, une ligne de toit très basse, un aileron actif mobile et l'absence totale de lunette arrière traditionnelle au profit d'un hayon plein. [2, 7, 8]
À l'intérieur, le design est ultra-minimaliste. L'habitacle est séparé en son centre par une imposante console en aluminium anodisé qui forme comme une « colonne vertébrale ». Jaguar abandonne ses boiseries traditionnelles pour un habitacle "sans cuir" moderne, dominé par un gigantesque écran de 24 pouces sur la planche de bord, complété par une barre de son intégrée et de petits écrans tactiles pour les commandes de confort. [7, 8, 9]
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The Jaguar Type 01 (officially pronounced "Zero One") is a radically styled, ultra-luxury, all-electric four-door Grand Tourer. Unveiled at its global premiere in New York, the Type 01 represents a massive, design-led gamble intended to completely reboot the iconic British brand as a low-volume competitor to marques like Bentley and Porsche. It is expected to cost between $120,000 and $130,000 (£130,000 in the UK) with deliveries starting in mid-to-late 2027. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9]
Hyper-Car Levels of Performance
- The Powertrain: Moving away from its traditional combustion engines, Jaguar has equipped the Type 01 with a tri-motor all-wheel-drive system (one motor upfront, two at the rear). [1, 4]
- Outputs: It delivers a staggering 1,015 horsepower and 1,007 lb-ft of torque. [8]
- Acceleration: Despite weighing as much as a full-size truck, it rockets from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds. [3, 8]
- Châssis Tech: It features a perfect 50/50 weight distribution, standard four-corner air suspension, adaptive dampers, and an agile all-wheel-steering system (up to 6 degrees) to maneuver its massive 17-foot length. [1, 3, 7]
Battery, Range, and Charging
- Range: Powered by a 118-kWh battery pack, the vehicle targets a maximum driving range of 400 miles. Real-world highway cruising range is estimated closer to 320 miles.
- 850-Volt Architecture: Built on an advanced high-voltage platform, it can charge from 10 to 80% in 22 minutes on a 350-kW DC fast charger. It can also add 200 miles of range in as little as 13 minutes.
- Charging Convenience: The vehicle features Tesla-style NACS charge ports located behind the front wheels on both sides of the car. [3, 4, 7, 9, 10]
A Divisive, Avant-Garde Design
The Type 01’s brutalist exterior features hyper-exaggerated proportions, starting with an impossibly long hood that deliberately mimics the classic 1960s Jaguar E-Type, even though there is no engine or front trunk (frunk) underneath it. The rear has no traditional back window; instead, rearview visibility relies entirely on a digital ClearSight display positioned at the base of the windshield. [3, 5, 6, 7, 11]
Inside, the cabin is highly minimalist and intentionally tight. The space is divided by a dramatic full-length central spine creating four distinct, immersive passenger zones. Old-school wood and leather are gone, replaced by sustainable cloth-like materials and an expansive 24.0-inch OLED primary display paired with smaller 7.0-inch touchscreens for climate controls. [7, 12, 13]
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