Pretty in Pink, cool in blue: Jaguar Type 00

Some information, frankly, isn’t necessary. For instance, Jaguar’s fine-print reminder that the Type 00 is "a concept model, not a homologated production car." A quick glance at this futuristic electric GT sedan makes that obvious. You’ve never seen anything quite like it, have you? Which brings us from the fine print straight to the headline. The Brits have teased their latest creation under the slogan "Copy Nothing", a mantra first coined by founder Sir William Lyons. The presentation during Miami Art Week was, unsurprisingly, one of a kind. And from where we’re sitting? Mission accomplished.

Now, let’s add a little footnote of our own.

The silhouette of the Type 00 feels like a polygenic reimagining of Jaguar’s icons, particularly the legendary E-Type. A long hood? Check. A compact, coupe-like rear? Double check. And the fact that two vehicles debuted at the world premiere? No accident. Like the muscular shape of the Type 00, it’s a nod to Jaguar’s history. At the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, two E-Type Coupés were unveiled—one for admiring, the other for test drives. The Type 00, however, is strictly for show. And what a show it is: one car dressed in "Miami Pink," the other in "London Blue." Subtle? Not quite.

We’ll leave that there for now and dive into the basics. The concept car showcases the direction Jaguar is heading. Its design language? Monolithic and avant-garde. Clean lines and expansive surfaces define the aesthetic, while wide, massive wheels reinforce the muscular stance. A wraparound glass canopy resembling a visor adds a futuristic touch, while a rear window is notably absent.

The front and shooting brake-style rear are equally striking. Up front, the headlights are reduced to ultra-thin LED strips that adorn large rectangular surfaces and a completely sealed grille. The rear echoes the front, showcasing Jaguar’s new "Strikethrough" design element—a feature teased in earlier visuals. And the iconic big cat? Emblematic, hinted subtly behind the rear wheel arch as part of the "Strikethrough."

The seats, soundbar, and carpeting are wrapped in a wool blend inspired by handwoven yarns. Meanwhile, the panoramic glass roof not only frames the sky but animates the interior with shifting light patterns that bring textures to life.

And that, in essence, captures the Type 00’s philosophy: the only constant is change. Jaguar embraces this truth, proving it with every line, surface, and idea behind this concept.

One final footnote: the Type 00 will likely never hit the road. Jaguar’s first production model in this new era will be a four-door GT, slated for its grand reveal late next year.

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