British automaker Jaguar is undergoing a major transformation, officially ending the production of its internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by June as it prepares to become an electric vehicle (EV)-only brand next year. This move marks a significant shift for the company, which is known for its luxury cars and iconic designs.
The transition includes the end of production for its current lineup of gas- and diesel-powered vehicles, including the XF sedan, E-Pace and F-Pace crossovers, and the F-Type roadster and coupe. The electric I-Pace will also cease production, likely by next year. This decision comes as Jaguar looks to make a fresh start and focus on a new generation of high-performance EVs.
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The I-Pace, Jaguar’s current EV model, has faced challenges in the past, including a recall last year due to a battery fire risk and a limited range of around 286 miles. Despite these issues, Jaguar is looking ahead to its future EV lineup, which is set to include a new generation of high-performance BEVs starting in 2025.
According to North American Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) CEO Joe Eberhardt, the company is strategically planning the EV transition as it phases out production of its current lineup. The transition will involve stockpiling vehicles to ensure a continuous supply until the new EVs are ready for launch.
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The first next-gen EV from Jaguar will be a four-door GT priced at over ÂŁ100,000 (about $127,000), making it one of Jaguar’s most powerful road cars ever with upwards of 575 hp. The GT will feature all-wheel drive, offer a 0 to 60 mph acceleration time of under four seconds, and have a range of up to 434 miles. The GT will be the first variant built on the new Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA) platform, with two more JEA-based crossovers expected to follow soon after.
Despite this bold move towards EVs, Jaguar has announced that it will not offer direct sales in the US, instead opting to sell its next-gen vehicles through dealers. This decision sets Jaguar apart from other automakers who are increasingly moving towards direct sales models.
