Land Rover has completed the second winter testing phase for its upcoming 2025 Range Rover Electric, confirming key technical specifications for the luxury SUV ahead of its planned launch later this year.
The vehicle, which will be available to order by year-end, features an 800-volt electrical system and a 117-kWh battery using cell-to-pack architecture with 344 prismatic cells arranged in a double stack. It is built on Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) MLA Flex platform, which supports internal combustion, hybrid, and fully electric drivetrains.
The Range Rover Electric endured 45,000 miles of testing in Arctic conditions to assess cold-weather performance, particularly its new ThermAssist™ thermal management system. According to JLR, the system reduces energy consumption by up to 40% by recovering and redistributing heat to the propulsion system and cabin, allowing the vehicle to maintain range and charging efficiency in temperatures as low as -10°C.
“Rigorous testing procedures in extreme and unpredictable conditions like those experienced in Arjeplog are crucial to Range Rover Electric’s real-world reliability and resilience,” said Thomas Müller, JLR’s Executive Director of Product Engineering. “ThermAssist technology has surpassed our expectations.”
Reporter Lawrence Ulrich of InsideEVs, who was on-site during the winter tests, noted that the dual-motor all-wheel drive setup will produce 410 kW (550 hp), enabling the SUV to sprint from 0–60 mph in about 4.5 seconds. Ulrich also estimated a range of roughly 280–300 miles on the EPA cycle, although JLR has yet to confirm official figures.
The SUV supports DC fast charging at up to 350 kW and includes features such as switchable dual-chamber air suspension, one-pedal driving, and Intelligent Driveline Dynamics (IDD), which enables precise rear torque distribution. According to JLR, the system maintains traction stability and responds up to 100 times faster than comparable internal combustion models.
