Jaguar Launches Futuristic 1,000-hp Type 01 GT EV

Jaguar's Type 01 is a 1,000-hp electric GT car with a unique interior layout and impressive performance.

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Jaguar unveiled the Type 01, a striking 1,000-hp electric GT car in New York, marking a bold new chapter for the brand. The Type 01 features a unique battery layout dividing the interior into four passenger pods, offering a distinctive design. With a price starting at $135,000, the Type 01 targets wealthy American buyers and aims to elevate Jaguar to premium heights. The car's 850-volt system and tri-motor setup deliver impressive performance, achieving 0-62 mph in just 3.2 seconds. Built at Jaguar's UK Solihull factory, the Type 01 will be available for order in early 2027, with deliveries in the second half of the year.

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The Type 01 represents Jaguar's ambitious attempt to redefine itself in the luxury EV market, setting new standards for performance and design.

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