Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo

Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo
Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV at the 2021 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Overview
Manufacturer	Jaguar Cars
Production	2019 (concept car)
Designer	Julian Thomson
Body and chassis
Class	Sports car
Layout	Four-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine	Three electric motors, 1,004 PS (990 hp; 738 kW) Four electric motors, 1,900 PS (1,874 hp; 1,397 kW) (SV)
Transmission	Single-speed transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,721 mm (107.1 in)
Length	4,679 mm (184.2 in) 5,540 mm (218.1 in) (SV)
Width	2,218 mm (87.3 in)
Height	1,081 mm (42.6 in)
Curb weight	3,100 lb (1,406 kg)

The Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo is a concept car designed, developed, and built by British manufacturer Jaguar as part of the Vision Gran Turismo project series. Designed specifically for the racing game Gran Turismo Sport and later incorporated into Gran Turismo 7, this car embodies Jaguar's vision for an all-electric future, while drawing inspiration from the brand's historic motorsport successes.

History

Jaguar officially unveiled the first version of the VGT, the Vision Gran Turismo Coupé on 25 October 2019. ^{[1] [2]} The car takes the form of a grand touring coupé and is powered by three electric motors, which produce a total power output of 750 kW (1,010 hp). ^{[3] [4]} It was added to Gran Turismo Sport on 28 November 2019. ^[5]

Gran Turismo 7 added the Vision Gran Turismo Roadster open top variant, as well as the Vision Gran Turismo SV, a racing variant of the Vision Gran Turismo Coupé unveiled in December 2020. ^{[6] [7] [8]}

Specifications

The Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo is based on an advanced electric architecture, showcasing the brand's technical capabilities in the field of electric propulsion. ^{[1] [2] [3]} The concept car is equipped with three electric motors, one for the front axle and two for the rear axle, delivering a combined output of 1,020 horsepower (750 kW). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 2 seconds and its top speed exceeds 320 km/h (200 mph). The onboard battery is based on advanced technologies, enabling optimal energy distribution for consistent performance and enhanced handling. It also features movable aerodynamic elements optimize downforce and stability according to driving conditions. ^{[1] [2] [3]}

Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV

In 2021, an upgraded version of the concept, the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV, was unveiled. Designed as a virtual endurance racing car, it incorporates aerodynamic improvements and increased power, while retaining the basic characteristics of the original model. ^{[1] [9]} It also has a large fixed wing and four motors instead of three for a total power output of 1,400 kW (1,877 hp). ^{[10] [11]}

References

1. Ollie Kew (25 October 2019). "Is Jaguar's 1,020bhp Vision GT Coupe the most beautiful EV?". Top Gear . Retrieved 14 January 2025.
2. Valentin Langard (30 October 2019). "La Jaguar Vision GT Coupé est une oeuvre d'art…" (in French). Top Gear . Retrieved 14 January 2025.
3. "'Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo Coupé' Unveiled – the Pure EV Race Car! - Vision Gran Turismo". gran-turismo.com. Retrieved 3 December 2019.
4. "JAGUAR DESIGNS ALL-ELECTRIC VISION GRAN TURISMO RACE CAR FOR GRAN TURISMO SPORT | Jaguar Homepage International". media.jaguar.com. Retrieved 3 December 2019.
5. "Update Details (1.50) - gran-turismo.com". www.gran-turismo.com. Retrieved 3 December 2019.
6. "gran-turismo.com". gran-turismo.com.
7. "Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV Is A 255-MPH Virtual Racer With 1,877 HP". Motor1.com.
8. Dhimaan, Sidd (18 December 2020). "2020 Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV". TopSpeed.
9. Florian Chopin (17 December 2020). "Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV (2021). Pour l'endurance virtuelle" (in French). L'Argus . Retrieved 14 January 2025.
10. "Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV is a 255-MPH Virtual Racer with 1,877 HP".
11. Wren, Wesley (17 December 2020). "Here's The All-Electric Jaguar Race Car You Can Own". Autoweek.