Range Rover has previewed an all-new model called Range Rover GT, which will become the fifth member of its global lineup alongside Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar and Range Rover Evoque. More importantly, GT is the first completely new Range Rover nameplate since Velar was introduced in 2017.
Unlike the brand’s conventional SUVs, Range Rover GT has been developed as a low-slung grand tourer focused on long-distance comfort, effortless performance and all-terrain capability. It will initially launch as a fully electric model based on JLR’s new EMA architecture, with a hybrid version planned later in its lifecycle.
Range Rover GT – Sleeker, Lower Profile
Range Rover GT introduces a noticeably different design direction for the brand. Test prototypes reveal a long and low silhouette with coupe-inspired proportions. Despite the more road-focused appearance, Range Rover says GT will retain the all-terrain capability associated with its other models.
The prototypes currently undergoing global testing feature a special camouflage inspired by the landscape surrounding Range Rover’s Gaydon engineering and design centre. Underpinning Range Rover GT is JLR’s new EMA architecture. This makes it the first all-electric Range Rover to utilize the new platform. It will be manufactured at Halewood in the UK alongside ICE and hybrid models.
Range Rover has confirmed that GT will initially launch as a battery electric vehicle. A full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) option is planned to be introduced later in its lifecycle. Battery capacity, range, charging and performance specifications have not been revealed yet.
New Minimalist Interior
Range Rover has also provided the first glimpse of GT’s cabin. It follows the brand’s minimalist design approach, with much of the technology integrated into the dashboard rather than being prominently displayed. A new single-screen setup is accompanied by a separate driver display replacing a conventional instrument cluster. A concealed air vent runs across the width of the dashboard, while woven textile material is used to integrate and hide the speakers.
Passenger comfort will be an important focus, with Range Rover claiming class-leading second-row legroom. The cabin has also been designed to reduce visual and acoustic distractions, fitting with GT’s long-distance touring positioning.
More Details Later This Year
Range Rover GT represents a new direction for the brand, combining a lower and sleeker body style with electric performance and traditional Range Rover capability. According to Martin Limpert, Managing Director of Range Rover, it will be the company’s “most car-like, yet unmistakably capable” model yet. Final specifications, battery details, performance figures and other information will be announced later this year.
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