Jaguar introduced at this time that it’s bringing to manufacturing an EV conversion challenge based mostly on the E-type Zero idea unveiled final yr.
The British automaker plans to promote the all-electric E-type and provide EV conversions to current homeowners.
In September of final yr, they unveiled a basic E-type transformed to electrical propulsion as an idea automobile.
On the time, it was seen as a present automobile constructed as a way to “give a glimpse at Jaguar’s electrical future” contemplating it was proper forward of the launch of the I-Tempo, Jaguar’s first manufacturing electrical automobile.
However now they’re bringing the automobile to manufacturing by way of “Jaguar Basic” below which the electrical automobile will probably be supplied because the ‘Jaguar E-type Zero’.
Tim Hannig, Jaguar Land Rover Basic Director, mentioned at this time concerning the announcement:
“We’ve been overwhelmed by the optimistic response to the Jaguar E-type Zero idea. Future-proofing the enjoyment of basic automobile possession is a serious stepping stone for Jaguar Basic.
E-type Zero showcases the unimaginable heritage of the E-type, and the experience and craftsmanship at Basic Works, whereas demonstrating Jaguar Land Rover’s dedication to creating zero emission automobiles throughout each a part of the enterprise, together with Jaguar Basic.”
It seems like they’ll each gross sales the automobile with an electrical powertrain and provide the choice for present basic E-type (1961-1975 homeowners to transform their automobile to electrical by way of them.
The British automaker says that they’re taking “expressions of curiosity” and so they plan for the primary deliveries in 2020 with “technical specs and pricing particulars” to observe.
We have already got some concepts of the specs based mostly on the Jaguar E-type Zero idea unveiled final yr. It was based mostly on a 1968 Sequence 1.5 Jaguar E-type Roadster.
They transformed the long-lasting automobile to electrical propulsion with a 40kWh battery that permits a ‘actual world’ vary of 270km (about 170 miles), based on the corporate.
“An electrical powertrain creating 220kW has been specifically designed for the E-type Zero. Its lithium-ion battery pack has the identical dimensions, and comparable weight, to the XK six-cylinder engine used within the unique E-type. The specialists accountable for creating the electrical powertrain have ensured it will likely be positioned in exactly the identical location because the XK engine. The electrical motor (and discount gear) lies simply behind the battery pack, in the identical location because the E-type’s gearbox. A brand new propshaft sends energy to a carry-over differential and last drive. Whole weight is 46kg decrease than the unique E-type.”
Listed below are a number of footage of what was up to date to permit the electrical conversion:
Now Jaguar says that they plan to make use of “many Jaguar I-PACE parts” for the brand new EV conversion.
Listed below are some photos of the most recent model of the automobile unveiled by Jaguar at this time:
Electrek’s Take
I’m extraordinarily excited by this automobile, which I feel is gorgeous, however I’m much more enthusiastic about this EV conversion direct-from-manufacturer concept typically.
Bravo to Jaguar for going for it and automakers of different lovely classics please take word.
It’s additionally good to see an automaker truly bringing to market what, on the time, appeared to solely simply be one other automobile present prototype.
That’s a refreshing change of tempo.