The Range Rover Electric has finally hit the market, promising a blend of luxury and electric might. With dual 260-kilowatt motors delivering 'V8 levels of power,' it’s one of WIRED's most anticipated vehicles.
The interior, while plush, sticks with large touchscreens, eschewing traditional physical switchgear. A 118.5-kWh battery supports rapid charging, with 22 minutes to 80 percent, and a claimed range of 333 miles.
Despite its lofty price—starting at £154,070 in the UK, with US prices even higher—JLR hopes to shift focus to the SUV's unique off-roading capabilities and extensive testing, offering an eight-year warranty. The delay may have given the car extra polish, but will it be enough to change buyer perceptions?
The Range Rover Electric is part of a broader push for JLR, with the Range Rover GT also moving to electric, built on the Electrified Modular Architecture (EMA). While the future is electric, the past is still very much alive in the minds of luxury buyers.
