Forget everything you thought you knew about Range Rover. That sleek car in the thumbnail is the new Range Rover GT, the fifth model in the lineup, proving the brand is actually building something that is not an SUV. In fact, Range Rover itself claims it is the ‘most car-like’ model to date.
Not much has been revealed beyond a few teaser images of the camouflaged exterior and interior, but the company confirmed prototypes of its first-ever GT model are currently completing final global testing.
When it makes its market debut, the Range Rover GT will be offered as a fully electric (EV) model alongside the upcoming Range Rover Electric. The company says an option for a hybrid variant will also be available later in the GT’s lifecycle, thanks to the EMA platform that underpins it.
Unlike its traditional stablemates, the Range Rover GT ditches boxy proportions for a fastback body style with a sloping roofline at the rear. Even so, it will likely share the marque’s lighting signature, as seen on the camouflaged car with its sleek headlights and taillights.
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If you think the marque’s off-road capabilities are neutered in a fastback body style, Range Rover promises that the GT will still come with the ‘all-terrain capability’ its SUVs are known for, while delivering ‘first-class’ long-haul refinement.
Inside, occupants will be greeted by a single display nestled on the dashboard, paired with a letterbox-style driver display. Leaning into the minimalist trend, the Range Rover GT interior features concealed air vents that are likely controlled by the aforementioned centre display. In fact, official images indicate a near-total absence of traditional buttons.
Furthermore, the dashboard in the Range Rover GT features woven textiles. Leaning heavily into marketing speak, the company says it designed the cabin to ‘create a sanctuary of calm’ aimed at reducing visual and background noise so occupants can have natural conversations.
The only physical controls seem to be on the new two-spoke multi-function steering wheel. Meanwhile, a large centre console separates the front quarters and sports the marque’s latest Range Rover logo.
Towards the rear, teaser images suggest the Range Rover GT will be configured as a four-seater, as the passenger quarters are divided by what appears to be a small display. This setup is perhaps intended to control first-class amenities such as powered or massaging seats and rear climate settings.
No official technical details have been released yet, with Range Rover stating that full specs will follow later this year. However, if you squint at one of the interior teaser photos, the instrument cluster shows 288 miles (463 km) of range remaining at an 80% charge. Doing the quick maths, it is safe to assume a full battery will yield a range well over 500 km.
Alternatively, the GT could share a dual-motor powertrain with the Range Rover Electric, which is expected to produce a combined 542 hp and 850 Nm of torque. We will have to wait until later this year to learn more, but even so, we still cannot quite wrap our heads around the fact that Range Rover is actually building a GT.
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