Range Rover has always been about big, luxurious SUVs. The new GT changes that. Unveiled globally, it is the first model from the brand to move away from the traditional SUV shape and instead adopt the form of a low-slung electric grand tourer. It also becomes the fifth member of the Range Rover family.
The GT is underpinned by JLR’s new Electrified Modular Architecture (EMA), a platform developed for the company’s next generation of electrified vehicles. While it debuts as a pure electric model, the architecture has also been designed to support hybrid powertrains in the future.
At first glance, it is clear that this is unlike any Range Rover before it. The roofline sits much lower, the overhangs are shorter, and the overall stance is far more planted. Yet, familiar touches such as the flush door handles, clean body panels, and minimalist lighting keep the family resemblance intact.
The cabin follows the same philosophy. There is very little visual clutter, with most functions housed within the central touchscreen. A digital instrument display, concealed air vents, sustainable materials, and generous second-row space are among the highlights. According to Range Rover, rear seat comfort has been a key focus during the development of the GT.
Interestingly, the company has stopped short of revealing the technical specifications. Details such as the battery capacity, driving range, power output, charging speeds, and performance figures will be announced closer to the market launch.
The GT is more than just a new model for Range Rover. It previews where the brand is headed as it expands its electric vehicle portfolio without moving away from the luxury and refinement that have defined the badge for decades. While there is no word on an India launch yet, it is a model that could eventually arrive here as a full import.
