[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/jaguars-battery-powered-e-types\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/jaguars-battery-powered-e-types\/","headline":"Jaguar\u2019s battery-powered E-Types","name":"Jaguar\u2019s battery-powered E-Types","description":"It feels like virtually anything with wheels is getting the electric treatment these days: vans, SUVs, and now even classic cars like the Jaguar E-type. Jaguar Land Rover is no stranger to vehicles driven purely on electricity. We all know about the I-Pace – the award-winning zero-emissions performance SUV – and you\u2019ve probably spotted one of the many glowing reviews dotted around the internet (Auto Express dished a perfect five stars). A plug-in Range Rover Sport has been about for […]","datePublished":"2018-09-18","dateModified":"2018-12-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Jaguar-E-Type-EV-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Jaguar-E-Type-EV-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/jaguars-battery-powered-e-types\/","about":["ELECTRIC CARS","HYBRID","Jaguar","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":534,"keywords":["jaguar","Jaguar E-Type","Jaguar E-Type EV"],"articleBody":"It feels like virtually anything with wheels is getting the electric treatment these days: vans, SUVs, and now even classic cars like the Jaguar E-type.Jaguar Land Rover is no stranger to vehicles driven purely on electricity. We all know about the I-Pace – the award-winning zero-emissions performance SUV – and you\u2019ve probably spotted one of the many glowing reviews dotted around the internet (Auto Express dished a perfect five stars).A plug-in Range Rover Sport has been about for a while and a hybrid Evoque could be with us by the end of 2019.Recent research suggested that most of us won\u2019t be plugging into electric cars any time soon, but that hasn\u2019t stopped Jaguar from powering ahead with its electric ambitions and this time, they\u2019ve turned their attention to the iconic E-type.\u2018Future-proofing classic car ownership\u2019Unveiled in August during California\u2019s Monterey Car Week, the all-electric E-type will be tailor-made or restored and converted to electric power at the same Classic Works facility as its outstanding E-type Reborn restorations in Coventry.Existing E-type owners will also be offered the chance to give their car an electric conversion, and to appease the purists, the EV conversion will be fully reversible, preserving the authenticity of the base vehicle.The idea was first floated with the E-type Zero concept in 2017 and the positive reaction was overwhelming, said Tim Hannig, director of Jaguar Land Rover\u2019s Classic division.\u201cFuture-proofing the enjoyment of classic car ownership is a major stepping stone for us,\u201d he explained.He also commented: \u201cE-type Zero showcases the incredible heritage of the E-type, and the expertise and craftsmanship at Classic Works, while demonstrating Jaguar Land Rover\u2019s dedication to creating zero emission vehicles across every part of the business, including Jaguar Classic.\u201dWhat kind of numbers does the electric E-type report?Tech specs and pricing haven\u2019t been confirmed yet, but Jaguar Classic is only accepting expressions of interest right now. All being well, the first electric E-types could be on the road by summer 2020.Despite virtually all of the numbers being a mystery for now, 2017\u2019s concept provides a decent idea of what to expect from the EV-type (sorry, that pun was too naff to resist). Mileage range for the concept apparently exceeds 170 miles, helped by the car\u2019s low kerb weight and sleek aerodynamics.Its 40kWh battery can be recharged in six to seven hours, depending on the power source. The battery pack has the same dimensions and similar weight to the standard E-type\u2019s six-cylinder petrol XK engine and it sits in the same location.The electric motor lies just behind the battery pack, in place of the E-type\u2019s gearbox, further minimising headaches during the retrofit process.Although the overall look is classic, a raft of modern technology can be found throughout the concept. Jaguar\u2019s latest touchscreen infotainment system can be specced as an option and the front-end boasts efficient LED headlights.Jaguar insists that the electric E-type drives, handles, rides and brakes like an original car with front-rear weight distribution unchanged.What do you think about converting classics like the E-type to electric drive? Sacrilege or positive progress? Let us know down in the comments\u2026"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Jaguar\u2019s battery-powered E-Types","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/jaguars-battery-powered-e-types\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]