The new Jaguar is truly monstrous!

Jaguar is in the midst of an electric revolution, but its latest prototype spotted in Spain seems anything but feline.

Think of the wonderful Jaguar E-Type and D-Type, picture the low and sleek line of an XJS, and now open your eyes to discover this massive electric car, almost intimidating! Jaguar wanted to shock, and they succeeded. The prototype spotted by ©mr.grey_4k, previewing a luxury Grand Tourer inspired by the Type 00 concept presented last December, commands attention with its frame and incredibly massive appearance.

Despite significant camouflage, it’s impossible to ignore its long hood, so long that it could almost house a V8, or even a V12. But Jaguar has decided to abandon internal combustion engines in favor of pure electric. Rawdon Glover, Jaguar’s CEO, states that high-end clients care little about what’s under the hood as long as quality and luxury are at the forefront. Or how to take their customers for fools.

For whom, and more importantly, why?

At first glance, the prototype shows some updates compared to the Type 00 concept. Side cameras replace traditional mirrors, and discreet rear doors have been added. However, these doors seem almost ridiculous considering the vehicle’s vast size. As for the tailgate, it promises access to a large cargo area. Since the long front hood is also expected to contain a sizable Frunk, we are essentially looking at a utility Jaguar. That’s a clever idea.

Another notable element is the absence of a rear window, a trend initiated by the Polestar 4 where a backup camera does the job well. The front and rear lights are hinted at through camouflage, but the glass surface seems strangely reduced for such a huge vehicle. Without a giant panoramic roof, the occupants may quickly feel oppressed despite all the space available to them.

With an estimated length of over 5 meters, this electric aims to compete with Bentley, Mercedes Maybach, and other Rolls-Royce models. A bold bet, but a move that leaves some doubts. The provocation definitely worked, drawing all the spotlight onto the ailing manufacturer. But now, to sell, they need to seduce, and honestly, it’s hard to see how such a machine can succeed, especially at a price well above 100,000 euros.

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