Overview
- Land Rover has launched the Range Rover Electric with an 118.5 kWh battery, an 800V electrical architecture, twin motors rated at about 542 bhp, a WLTP range of 373 miles, and a 0–60 mph time of 4.3 seconds.
- Independent driving coverage confirmed the car’s rapid DC‑charging claim and strong performance but recorded everyday energy use of roughly 2.5 miles per kWh and noted the vehicle’s 2,810 kg unladen weight reduces real‑world range.
- Engineering changes aimed to preserve the model’s character include a two‑chamber air suspension to manage extra mass, retained cabin space with no raised battery floor, and continued off‑road credentials such as a 900 mm wading depth.
- The Electric is sold only in standard wheelbase and SV long‑wheelbase trims with pricing starting around £154,000 for Autobiography and rising to roughly £190,000 for SV Black, and customer deliveries are slated to begin in 2027.
- The launch marks a key step in Jaguar Land Rover’s electrification strategy but creates tradeoffs for buyers because the 800V system needs compatible fast chargers and the model’s weight and price could leave it exposed to more efficient luxury rivals.