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Leaked: The EV Concept Images Jaguar Hoped to Keep Under Wraps

December 2, 2024

Jaguar’s new electric GT concept leaked ahead of its official debut at Miami Art Week
The upcoming Jaguar EV lineup, inspired by this concept, includes a luxury GT due in 2026 with 600 hp and over 400 miles of range.
Jaguar’s rebranding highlights a commitment to unique, original designs that refuse to “copy anything.”

Jaguar is back in the spotlight, but not for the reasons they might have planned. Ahead of the official unveiling at Miami Art Week, leaked images of Jaguar’s Design Vision Concept are stirring up conversation online.

The photos, uploaded by user The_Osco on Coche Spias, reveal a striking electric GT car, offering a look into the direction Jaguar is taking to reclaim its place in the luxury auto market. Judging by these early details, the brand is making a statement that goes beyond conventional expectations.

Jaguar’s Design Vision Concept throws out the usual EV playbook. While many electric vehicles (EVs) adopt compact, practical designs, Jaguar has taken a different route. With its cab-rear stance, extended hood, and large proportions, this concept challenges the norms of EV architecture.

Typically, the absence of a traditional engine allows for smaller, more condensed forms. Instead, Jaguar uses this freedom to make a statement, a really big one, drawing a design that feels intentional and unapologetically different.

Jaguar’s approach feels deliberate.

Jaguar stated a “copy of nothing” in their commercial, and the Design Vision Concept is a visual manifesto of that ambition. From its slatted roof to its squared front end and rounded rear, the design speaks of individuality.

The use of a solid, wide front grille and a unique rear design with concealed tail lights further adds to its distinct personality.

But one of the most unexpected choices is the omission of a rear window, echoing Polestar 4’s reliance on a camera-based rearview system. This approach leans heavily on technology to support the design, but it is sure to fire debate, much like when IONIQ 5 drivers pushed back against Hyundai that initially excluded rear window wipers.

It remains to be seen if this choice will resonate with owners or become another polarizing feature in the ongoing evolution of automotive design.

While the leaked images shared by The_Osco show a concept, Jaguar has made it clear that this vehicle serves as a blueprint for three upcoming EVs. The first of these, a luxury sedan expected next year, will closely resemble the proportions and aesthetic of the Design Vision Concept.

However, it remains uncertain how much of the concept’s daring design will translate into production models, especially the high-contrast bright pink and muted blue colors seen in the leaked photos.

Jaguar electric vision - user The_Osco - interior steering wheel

Jaguar electric vision - user The_Osco - interior driver seat

What is known is that Jaguar’s upcoming electric GT, slated for release in 2026, will deliver more than 600 horsepower, over 400 miles of range, and a price tag north of $127,000.

These specs put Jaguar squarely in the luxury segment, ready to challenge other premium automakers.

It’s evident that this new chapter for Jaguar is about the brand itself. The company’s rebranding efforts, represented by a refreshed Jaguar logo, aligns its image with the modern EV era.

The Design Vision Concept, with its “fearless creativity” and refusal to follow trends, is a clear statement of intent. Jaguar is declaring that its EV lineup will not simply join the EV market but actively shape the conversation around it.

While the official reveal at Miami Art Week this week will provide more context and details, the leaked images have already reignited interest in the brand.