Jaguar’s Polarising EV Grand Tourer Gets a Name Reveal Date

Kokila Chokkanathan
The upcoming electric grand tourer from Jaguar Cars—currently known by its concept name “Type 00”—is officially set to get its production name revealed on May 12, 2026. The announcement marks a key milestone in Jaguar’s radical transition to an all-electric future.

What’s Being Revealed on May 12?

Jaguar will unveil the official production name of its new EV grand tourer, which has already generated strong reactions due to its bold design and brand reset.

  • The car is internally known as Type 00
  • It is a four-door electric grand tourer (GT)
  • It represents Jaguar’s complete shift to an EV-only lineup
Why This EV Is “Polarising”

The model has sparked debate even before launch because:

1. Radical Design Direction

The Type 00 concept introduced a futuristic, unconventional styling language that divided fans—some see it as bold reinvention, others as too extreme.

2. Full Brand Reinvention

Jaguar Cars is repositioning itself away from traditional luxury sedans and SUVs toward high-end electric performance GTs competing with brands like porsche and Aston Martin.

3. EV-First Identity

Jaguar has ended production of internal combustion models and is moving fully into electric vehicles, making this GT the flagship of its new era.

What We Know About the EV GT So Far

Even before its official name is revealed, key specs have already been hinted:

  • Powertrain: Triple-motor setup
  • Power output: Over 1,000 hp
  • Range: Around 700 km (WLTP estimate)
  • Architecture: New Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA)
  • Body style: Sleek 4-door grand tourer
This positions it as one of Jaguar’s most ambitious performance EVs ever.

Launch Timeline

The rollout plan for the EV is structured in phases:

  • May 12, 2026: Official production name revealed
  • September 2026: Full vehicle unveiling
  • 2027: Expected global deliveries begin
Why the Name Reveal Matters

For Jaguar Cars, the name is more than branding—it’s part of a broader identity reset.

The new name will:

  • Define Jaguar’s EV era identity
  • Signal whether it continues legacy naming (like “E-Type” inspiration) or adopts a completely new direction
  • Shape public perception of its most important launch in decades
Conclusion

The May 12 reveal will be a defining moment for Jaguar’s electric transformation. As the brand prepares to launch its polarising yet highly anticipated EV grand tourer, the official name will set the tone for its future in the ultra-luxury electric performance space.

 

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