Range Rover Electric Launch Pushed to 2026 Citing Testing Delays and Market Changes
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The wait for Land Rover’s first all-electric SUV just got a little longer. Initially set to debut by the end of 2025, the much-anticipated Range Rover Electric will now roll out in 2026, as confirmed by Jaguar Land Rover (JLR).
This delay, while disappointing to eager customers, seems to be part of a strategic move. JLR is taking extra time for extended testing to ensure top-tier performance and reliability. The brand also appears to be watching market trends closely, aiming for a stronger demand push before the official launch.
The Range Rover Electric will mark a major milestone for JLR-being the first EV developed entirely in-house. Despite the delay, interest remains sky-high. Over 62,000 people have already registered their interest, with a whopping 16,000 sign-ups within the first week alone.
Performance-wise, the upcoming EV promises to impress. It will pack a massive 117 kWh battery, one of the largest in a production EV, offering an estimated 500 km range on a single charge. Under the hood, a dual-motor setup is expected to deliver around 550 hp and 851 Nm of torque, making it a serious contender in the luxury electric SUV space.
While the postponement may impact the timeline for the ‘reborn’ Jaguar brand as well, JLR seems focused on playing the long game—prioritizing quality, customer trust, and future-proof technology.
So, while the Range Rover Electric won’t arrive as early as expected, it’s shaping up to be worth the wait.
This delay, while disappointing to eager customers, seems to be part of a strategic move. JLR is taking extra time for extended testing to ensure top-tier performance and reliability. The brand also appears to be watching market trends closely, aiming for a stronger demand push before the official launch.
The Range Rover Electric will mark a major milestone for JLR-being the first EV developed entirely in-house. Despite the delay, interest remains sky-high. Over 62,000 people have already registered their interest, with a whopping 16,000 sign-ups within the first week alone.
Performance-wise, the upcoming EV promises to impress. It will pack a massive 117 kWh battery, one of the largest in a production EV, offering an estimated 500 km range on a single charge. Under the hood, a dual-motor setup is expected to deliver around 550 hp and 851 Nm of torque, making it a serious contender in the luxury electric SUV space.
While the postponement may impact the timeline for the ‘reborn’ Jaguar brand as well, JLR seems focused on playing the long game—prioritizing quality, customer trust, and future-proof technology.
So, while the Range Rover Electric won’t arrive as early as expected, it’s shaping up to be worth the wait.
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