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Land Rover Range Rover Electric
Technical description:
Model: Range Rover Electric EV550
Body type: SUV
Powertrain: electric
Torque: 850 Nm
Battery: 118 kWh
Boot capacity: 818 litres
Price: from £154,070
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Land Rover revealed the full technical details of the Range Rover Electric on 1 September 2026, at the same time opening official customer orders for the electric version of its luxury SUV. The car has entered production as the Range Rover Electric EV550 and will be offered in both standard-wheelbase and long-wheelbase forms. The company describes it as the “ultimate Range Rover”, with global project manager Rachel Hogg leading a five-year programme.
The debut did not arrive on the original schedule, because the project ran around two years late. The delay was linked to a major hardware change in the powertrain and to the decision to tune quietness, power and efficiency to the target set for this electric SUV. Production has now started, and cars are due in retailers in late 2026.
The exterior stays very close to combustion-engined Range Rover models. The electric version is identified mainly by its blanked-off grille and new alloy wheel designs shaped to help airflow. It sits slightly closer to the ground because the battery hangs lower and the ride height has been reduced for efficiency. The underbody has also been optimised, while a bespoke rear diffuser helps without sacrificing the approach and departure angles needed off road.
Specifications and technology
The Range Rover Electric uses an in-house battery, motors and thermal management system. Land Rover says off-the-shelf components were not suitable for the programme, so the key parts were developed internally. The EV550 is fitted with a large 118 kWh battery, while maximum torque is 850 Nm, about 100 Nm more than the Range Rover with the V8 engine.
A large part of the work focused on refinement. The team moved the front electric drive unit into a noise-suppressing subframe, added acoustic packs and used JLR’s semi-anechoic chamber to find and isolate sounds. Active noise cancellation is standard on SV and Ultra editions, using microphones to detect noise at the extremities of the car and the optional Meridian audio system to play inverted sound waves.
The sound of the car was developed separately. Instead of simulating a combustion engine, the soundtrack is based on an F major chord played on a piano. Alex Vine, who previously designed sound at music festivals, layered in extra notes to add texture and energy. Drivers who do not want the sound can switch it off.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Version | EV550 |
| Battery | 118 kWh |
| Torque | 850 Nm |
| Boot capacity | 818 litres |
| Base price, SWB Autobiography | £154,070 |
Inside, everything above the carpets is described as identical to the combustion version. Simon Fairbrother says there is no compromise in cabin space, and the boot keeps its 818-litre capacity. There is no front trunk under the bonnet, because users would have to reach deep into the nose and would likely get their clothes dirty.
Markets, prices and availability
Official orders opened on the day the technical details were revealed, and the first cars are due in retailers in late 2026. JLR says the waiting list for the EV550 has reached 80,000 people, with more than two-thirds new to the brand. Martin Limpert also said that 20 per cent of them already own an EV but aspire to a Range Rover.
Prices start at £154,070 for the Range Rover Electric EV550 Autobiography with the standard wheelbase. The line-up then moves through First Edition, SV and SV Black trims, with standard-wheelbase prices rising to £190,320. The long-wheelbase version starts at £215,670 for the SV, while the SV Black costs £225,240.
- EV550 Autobiography, standard wheelbase: £154,070.
- Standard-wheelbase trims: First Edition, SV and SV Black, up to £190,320.
- Long-wheelbase SV: from £215,670.
- Long-wheelbase SV Black: £225,240.
The delay was caused by a decision made after extreme physical testing in 2024. The original front-axle unit was an induction motor, chosen for its better freewheeling ability when disengaged and the potential efficiency benefit. During tests on Dubai’s 300-foot Big Red sand dune, where the EV550 had to complete five runs up and down, the motor was prone to overheating.
Rachel Hogg said it had to be changed to a permanent-magnet motor to deliver repeatable performance. That decision forced the team to double rear electric drive unit supply, redesign the front cradle, rewrite the software and prove the new layout in the field. The result was an 18-month re-engineering project.
Verdict
The Range Rover Electric arrives later than first planned, but the disclosed details explain why Land Rover avoided a simple mix of bought-in components. The key numbers are the 118 kWh battery, 850 Nm of torque, retained cabin practicality and pricing that places the EV550 firmly in the top tier of electric luxury SUVs.
Frequently asked questions
When was the Land Rover Range Rover Electric premiere?
Land Rover revealed the full technical details of the Range Rover Electric EV550 on 1 September 2026. Official customer orders opened on the same day.
When will the Land Rover Range Rover Electric go on sale in the UK?
Land Rover has not announced a UK-specific retail launch date for the Range Rover Electric EV550. The manufacturer says the first cars are due in retailers in late 2026, without a country-by-country breakdown.
How much will the Land Rover Range Rover Electric cost?
In the UK, the Range Rover Electric EV550 Autobiography with the standard wheelbase starts from £154,070. Standard-wheelbase versions rise to £190,320, while the long-wheelbase SV starts from £215,670 and the SV Black costs £225,240.
Should I wait for the Land Rover Range Rover Electric or buy the current model now?
Waiting for the Range Rover Electric EV550 gets you the electric powertrain, a 118 kWh battery, 850 Nm of torque and the same stated cabin space and 818-litre boot capacity as the combustion version. Land Rover has not provided a full like-for-like comparison with the current combustion models, so the practical choice depends on whether you want the EV or need a car sooner.
What are the key specs of the Land Rover Range Rover Electric EV550?
The Range Rover Electric EV550 is an electric SUV with a 118 kWh battery and 850 Nm of torque. Boot capacity is 818 litres.
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