09/10/2026
Jaguar Type 01: Three Motors, Dramatic Style and a New Direction for Electric Luxury
By Westwood Motor Group
At Westwood, we’re always interested in cars that give people something to get excited about. The new Jaguar Type 01 certainly does that. This fully electric, four-door grand tourer combines striking proportions with a serious performance specification, marking a major change in direction for the British brand.
For us, its appeal comes down to the complete package: power, useful driving range, distinctive styling and the promise of a comfortable journey. A luxury car should feel special on the everyday drive as well as the occasional weekend away.
The Type 01’s three-motor system is one of its biggest strengths. With one electric motor at the front and two at the rear, it delivers all-wheel drive and up to 1,030 PS, alongside 1,365 Nm of torque. Intelligent torque vectoring manages how that power reaches the road, helping the car maintain traction and respond accurately through corners.
Jaguar quotes 0–62 mph in 3.2 seconds. That puts the Type 01 firmly into serious performance-car territory. From Westwood’s perspective, the everyday attraction is the potential for smooth, immediate acceleration and relaxed progress, with plenty of performance available when needed.
Range is equally important. Jaguar publishes a figure of up to 450 miles, giving the Type 01 considerable long-distance ambition. It also quotes the ability to add up to 200 miles of range in 13 minutes using suitable 350kW rapid DC charging, or charge from 10–80% in around 22 minutes. These are manufacturer figures; actual range and charging times depend on conditions, driving style, battery temperature and charger capability.
For drivers weighing up an electric car, we believe that combination deserves attention. Being able to cover substantial distances and recharge during a sensible break makes an EV easier to consider for business trips and longer journeys.
Then there’s the styling. The long bonnet, low roofline, clean bodywork and dramatic 23-inch wheels give the Type 01 an imposing presence. Its four-door layout brings an extra measure of accessibility to the grand touring shape. We like the confidence of the design. It has a strong identity, and that matters in a car you choose as much with your heart as your head.
Comfort is central to the engineering brief. Jaguar developed the new GT with the performance and refinement of its earlier cars in mind. Dynamic air suspension and active dampers are intended to absorb road imperfections while keeping the body controlled. We’ll reserve a driving verdict until we experience it ourselves, but the emphasis on a settled, comfortable ride is encouraging.
Inside, a central spine divides the cabin into four individual seating spaces. A low driving position, carefully chosen textures and a restrained colour palette give the interior a distinctive character. Published equipment includes active road-noise cancellation, front-seat hot-stone massage and a panoramic roof with adjustable shading—features designed to make time behind the wheel more relaxing.
At Westwood, we see the Type 01 as an intriguing prospect for drivers who want their next electric car to feel like an occasion. Its styling gets your attention; its performance, range and comfort ambitions give you reasons to keep looking.
What do you think, would the Jaguar Type 01 tempt you to go electric?
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