Range Rover Electric has been unveiled, maintaining the brand’s luxury and capability while introducing EV performance, writes Brian Byrne. The starting price in Ireland is €160,620.
The design brief was for a “Range Rover first, electric vehicle second” approach, preserving the iconic design and all-terrain abilities. The car is built on the Jaguar Land Rover MLA platform, which was developed from the start to use various powertrains, including electric.
JLR developed the battery and twin electric drive units in-house, and the new car claims a 531km WLTP range, and has 900mm wading capability.
Performance figures include the capability to accelerate from 0–100km/h in as little as 4.5 seconds. Features like twin-chamber air springs and active noise cancellation enhance refinement and performance, and the car is said to be the quietest Range Rover yet.
