Range Rover has unveiled its new GT model, which stands apart from the brand’s traditional SUVs with a design that is closer to a sedan. The prototype, currently undergoing final testing, marks a departure from the brand’s familiar rectangular shapes and introduces a new styling direction. The GT is designed for comfortable road trips and is intended for long-distance journeys.

New Platform and Positioning

The GT will be the first fully electric Range Rover model, built on the new EMA platform. Production will take place in Heywood, UK. Initially, the vehicle will be offered exclusively with an electric powertrain, with a hybrid version potentially following later. This platform will also underpin future models from the brand.

Design and Interior

On the outside, the GT features an aerodynamic silhouette with a sloping rear, giving it a coupe-crossover appearance. The car is equipped with large wheels and horizontal lighting elements. Inside, the cabin boasts a minimalist horizontal dashboard with a full-width ventilation grille, a compact steering wheel with a gear selector, and a 13-inch touchscreen display. Physical buttons are almost entirely absent, with controls managed via voice systems and a new operating system that offers improved natural speech recognition.

Rear passengers can choose between a four-seat configuration or a five-seat bench, with all seats folding down to enhance versatility. Above the rear seats is the largest panoramic roof ever installed in a Range Rover.

Technical Features and Production

Parent company Tata is building a battery plant in Somerset, UK, with an investment of £4 billion ($5.32 billion). The GT is expected to use advanced flat battery cells, enabling a range of over 800 km.

Model Lineup and Prospects

The GT will be positioned between the existing Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar, and Range Rover Evoque models, sitting above the aging Velar and Evoque. It will join the luxury Grand Tourer crossover segment, alongside vehicles like the Bentley Bentayga and Porsche Cayenne.

Testing and Launch Plans

Published photos show prototypes undergoing testing, including in special soundproof chambers to detect unwanted noises and squeaks, highlighting the focus on acoustic comfort in the cabin.

More detailed information about the model will be revealed later this year. Sales of the Range Rover GT are expected to begin no earlier than 2027. Preliminary estimates suggest the price could exceed $90,000.