Jaguar is charting a bold new course toward an electric future, aiming for a complete transformation into an EV-only manufacturer by 2025. As part of this ambitious plan, the British automaker will bid farewell to its current lineup while embracing a shift towards higher-end vehicles.
The gas-powered XF sedan and E-Pace and F-Pace crossovers are slated to conclude production later this year, with the F-type sports car already reaching its final iteration for the 2024 model year. Joe Eberhardt, President and CEO of Jaguar Land Rover North America, recently shed light on this strategic pivot in an interview with Road & Track.
“Our current lineup will cease production in June, but they will continue to be available for purchase for an extended period,” Eberhardt informed R&T. “We have devised a production schedule that ensures a continuous supply of vehicles until the new models are ready. . .We aim to ensure a seamless transition as we introduce the new product lineup.”
To facilitate this seamless transition, some existing models will remain in circulation for over a year after production ceases until the new EVs are ready. Jaguar has confirmed plans for three new models based on the forthcoming Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA) platform, with the first model announced as a four-door GT.
The automaker has committed to unveiling this model by the end of the year, with deliveries set to commence in 2025. According to Automotive News, JLR CEO Adrian Mardell affirmed during the company’s recent earnings call that the second new EV model is slated for a late 2025 debut, followed by the third in 2026.
The upcoming GT, depicted in a teaser image, appears poised to compete with high-performance electric sedans such as the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT. Jaguar hinted at an “indicative pricing” of around £100,000 ($127,000), positioning it as the most powerful Jaguar to date.
While specific power figures remain undisclosed, expectations suggest the GT will boast over 600 horsepower, surpassing the top-trim F-Type’s 575 horsepower. Initial estimates tout a maximum range of 430 miles, although real-world figures are anticipated to fall below 400 miles based on EPA testing standards.
In addition to bidding adieu to internal combustion models, Jaguar will also conclude production of its aging electric I-Pace crossover by the year’s end.
Introduced in 2018, the I-Pace features a 90.0-kWh battery pack providing up to 246 miles of range according to EPA ratings. However, with a starting price of $73,275, its range falls short compared to newer luxury EV offerings in the market.
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