Image Credit: SamuraiArmada - Own work, CC0/Wiki Commons.Jaguar’s dramatic electric reboot is finally starting to take shape. After years of teasers, controversy, concept cars, and prototype sightings, the British brand has officially confirmed the name of its upcoming flagship EV. Drumroll, please. It will be named... the Jaguar Type 01.The production car follows the polarizing Type 00 concept that previewed Jaguar’s radical new design direction in late 2024. Now, the company says the Type 01 will become the first production model in an entirely new era for the brand as it transforms itself into an ultra-luxury EV manufacturer.The naming strategy is intentionally symbolic. Jaguar says the “Type” designation references legendary models such as the Jaguar E-Type, Jaguar D-Type, and Jaguar F-Type, while the “0” represents zero tailpipe emissions, and the “1” signifies the company’s first vehicle in this new chapter.AdvertisementAdvertisementWhether enthusiasts love or hate the name, the actual car underneath it sounds anything but boring. In fact, even the staunchest EV critic may find something to like here.Jaguar Is Building An Electric Super-GT With Nearly 1,000 HorsepowerJaguar has confirmed that the Type 01 will use a tri-motor electric powertrain producing more than 1,000 metric horsepower, or roughly 986 horsepower in SAE measurements.Torque figures are even more dramatic, as the company says the EV will generate more than 959 pound-feet of torque, placing it firmly into modern electric supercar territory despite its luxury GT positioning.Unlike many performance EVs currently chasing Nürburgring lap records, Jaguar appears focused on creating a high-speed luxury grand tourer instead. Early prototype test drives have described the car as more of a futuristic electric Jaguar XJ replacement than a stripped-out track weapon.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe new EV rides on Jaguar’s dedicated JEA architecture and uses an 850-volt electrical system capable of charging at speeds up to 350 kW. A massive 120-kWh battery pack is expected to deliver more than 400 miles of driving range.Perhaps the strangest design detail is the absence of a rear window, something Jaguar has already confirmed will carry over to production.Jaguar Is Betting Everything On This CarImage Credit: Jaguar.The stakes surrounding the Type 01 are enormous. Jaguar currently has almost no new mainstream vehicles left in production as it phases out older combustion-powered products ahead of its full EV transition. The company has effectively paused much of its traditional lineup while preparing for this new generation of electric luxury vehicles.That means the Type 01 is not simply another product launch. It is essentially Jaguar’s entire brand condensed into one vehicle.AdvertisementAdvertisementJaguar managing director Rawdon Glover even described the car as a “complete brand reset,” emphasizing that the company wants to reposition itself far above the premium market where it previously competed against brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz.Instead, Jaguar now wants to move closer to luxury territory occupied by companies such as Bentley Motors and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. That is an enormous transition for a company historically known for building relatively attainable luxury sedans and sports cars.Pricing And Design Will Push Jaguar UpmarketThe Type 01 is expected to carry pricing between roughly £120,000 and £150,000, depending on configuration and personalization options.Visually, the car remains one of the most controversial automotive designs in recent memory. The original Type 00 concept generated massive online debate thanks to its unusually long proportions, minimalist surfacing, and unconventional styling details.AdvertisementAdvertisementPrototype versions have retained much of that dramatic shape, suggesting the production car will look very close to the original concept.Jaguar appears comfortable with the polarizing reaction. In many ways, the company seems to be intentionally distancing itself from its previous identity in an attempt to attract an entirely different type of luxury buyer.More “Type” Models Are Likely ComingImage Credit: Autorepublika.The Type 01 is expected to officially debut later this year before entering production in 2027. It likely will not remain alone for long. Reports suggest Jaguar is already planning additional models based on the same architecture, including a luxury sedan and a high-end SUV.If Jaguar sticks with its new naming convention, those future vehicles could potentially become the Type 02 and Type 03. For now, though, everything depends on whether buyers embrace the Type 01 itself, as Jaguar attempts one of the boldest reinventions the automotive industry has seen in decades.AdvertisementAdvertisementIf you want more stories like this, follow Guessing Headlights on Yahoo so you don’t miss what’s coming next.