Jaguar Land Rover has officially entered the electric luxury SUV segment with the first-ever Range Rover Electricbringing the brand’s flagship model into the EV era without abandoning its familiar design or off-road character. The 2027 Range Rover Electric produces up to 542hp and 850Nm of torque, offers up to 372 miles of WLTP range and supports 350kW DC fast charging. Orders are now open in the UK, starting at £154070 for the Autobiography short-wheelbase model.
Rather than creating a radically styled electric SUV, JLR has followed a “Range Rover first, Electric second” approach. The result looks unmistakably like a Range Rover, while its new electric powertrain, battery architecture and traction systems are designed to make the vehicle quieter, faster to respond and just as capable away from paved roads.
The Range Rover Electric is built at JLR’s Solihull facility in the UK, the home of Range Rover since 1970. The model uses the same flexible architecture designed to accommodate combustion, hybrid and electric powertrains, allowing the company to manufacture different propulsion systems alongside one another.
The electric SUV is available with short- and long-wheelbase body styles and multiple specifications, including SE, HSE, Autobiography, SV, SV Ultra and SV Black. A limited First Edition is also available with Belgravia Green, Santorini Black and Varesine Blue exterior finishes.
SV Ultra versions are available with pricing on application.
The Range Rover Electric uses two permanent-magnet 260kW electric motors, with one motor positioned on each axle. Together they produce up to 550PS or 542hp and 850Nm of torque.
The SUV can accelerate from 0-60mph in as little as 4.3 seconds, while 50-75mph overtaking acceleration takes just 2.7 seconds. The instant torque delivery also gives the EV more torque than any previous Range Rover, according to JLR.
Power comes from a 118.5kWh usable lithium-ion battery containing 344 prismatic cells arranged in a double-stack configuration. The battery operates on an 800V architecture with split-charging capability.
The 800V electrical architecture is central to the Range Rover Electric’s charging performance. Using a 350kW rapid DC charger, JLR says the battery can charge from 10% to 80% in around 22 minutes.
A 10-minute charging session can add up to 137 miles or 220km of WLTP range when the vehicle is charging at its maximum rate.
JLR has also developed ThermAssist, a thermal-management system designed to maintain battery and powertrain performance in extreme temperatures. The technology can add up to 25 miles of range while reducing energy used for cabin heating by up to 40%.
The system is particularly important for an SUV intended to operate in varied climates. Range Rover Electric has been tested in temperatures as low as -40°C in Sweden, alongside testing in the Dubai desert and at JLR’s Eastnor Castle facility in the UK.
One of the biggest questions surrounding an electric Range Rover was whether the large battery pack would compromise its legendary off-road ability. JLR’s answer is a clear no.
The Range Rover Electric can wade through up to 900mm of water, matching the capability of its combustion-powered counterpart. Its Integrated Traction Management system can control motor speed within 50 milliseconds, with JLR claiming it manages wheel slip up to 100 times faster than an equivalent combustion-engine system.
The electric drivetrain also introduces a new Single Pedal mode for greater control during difficult terrain.
The battery pack has also undergone extreme vibration and shock testing between -40°C and +90°C, helping JLR ensure the electric hardware can withstand the demands expected from a Range Rover.
The Range Rover Electric enters a market that already includes premium electric SUVs such as the Porsche Cayenne Electric, Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and Volvo EX90.
On UK pricing, the Range Rover Electric starts substantially above the standard Porsche Cayenne Electric, which currently starts from £83200, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV starts from £129480. The Volvo EX90 is currently listed from around £81055 for a single-motor Plus configuration.
The Range Rover’s justification for that premium is less about outright efficiency and more about combining luxury, refinement and serious off-road capability. Its 372-mile WLTP range is competitive with these vehicles, while the 900mm wading capability and 45-degree climbing capability give it a distinctly different focus.
The Range Rover Electric is also around 75kg heavier than the P550e plug-in hybrid, with its large battery contributing to the additional mass. However, JLR has used the battery’s low-mounted position to lower the vehicle’s centre of gravity and improve stability.
The exterior remains close to the familiar Range Rover silhouette, with aerodynamic changes including an optimized grille, wheels and underbody intended to improve motorway efficiency.
Inside, electric propulsion further emphasizes the Range Rover’s traditional focus on silence and comfort. The near-silent powertrain reduces mechanical noise, while Active Noise Cancellation contributes to the quieter cabin experience.
JLR has also developed a Battery Digital Twin that monitors more than 900 diagnostic data points. Combined with over-the-air software updates, the system is designed to help identify potential issues and support proactive vehicle maintenance.
The scale of development is reflected in the vehicle’s testing programme. Range Rover Electric has completed more than 1.5 million kilometres of testing and over 250000 hours of virtual and physical testing. JLR has also filed more than 300 patent applications covering technologies including ThermAssist, the battery and electric motors.
Orders for the Range Rover Electric are now open in the UK, with short- and long-wheelbase versions and a range of specifications available. The model carries an eight-year or 100000-mile warranty for its advanced propulsion system, while production takes place at Solihull.
For buyers considering the Range Rover Electric, the main strengths are:
The first Range Rover Electric is now officially launched, with UK orders open from September 2, 2026.
UK pricing starts at £154070 for the EV550 Autobiography short-wheelbase model.
It produces up to 542hp or 550PS and 850Nm of torque.
JLR quotes up to 372 miles of WLTP range and up to 333 miles of estimated real-world range.
With a 350kW DC charger, it can charge from 10% to 80% in around 22 minutes.
Yes. It can wade through 900mm of water and climb slopes of up to 45 degrees under the specified conditions.
The Range Rover Electric is not simply a conventional luxury SUV fitted with an electric drivetrain. JLR has attempted to preserve the qualities that define the Range Rover while using electrification to improve refinement, response and low-speed control. Its combination of 542hp performance, 372-mile range, 350kW charging and 900mm wading capability makes it one of the more distinctive luxury electric SUVs entering the market.
At £154070 before options, it is firmly positioned as a premium proposition, but JLR is clearly betting that buyers will pay for the combination of electric silence, traditional Range Rover luxury and genuine off-road capability.
