The idea of removing "XK" from cars and driving
Early Jaguar E-6 engine
Typing and replacing it with an electric motor may sound profane.
However, this is exactly what Jaguar classics did in creating what is called E-commerce. type Zero.
What we told you first
Zero last year.
Since then, the car has made a cameo appearance at the recent royal wedding of Prince Harry and now Duchess of Sussex Megan Markle.
Zero is no longer-
As announced by Jaguar classics, it will provide conversion services for old-fashioned e-commerce
Type and sales recovery Electronics
The same way as the factory sells, the type of battery under the hood-
Restore "rebirth" E-
With their original power system type.
Now we have E-
We must admit that it works very well for apostasy.
Jaguar created a self.
Contains modular electric power systems of the same size and quality as the original engine and transmission. The 40. 0-
The KWh battery pack is closely related to the battery pack in the Land Rover P400e plug
Mix batteries, double the number of batteries, and increase the energy density.
Here is the iron. block inline-
There used to be six, compact 295-
The HP motor occupied the previous four-
Speed manual gearbox.
The device drives the rear wheels through a single
The deceleration gear and the pillar shaft that turns the original differential.
The new system does not need to make any changes to the email
The core structure of Type retains the original suspension and brakes, and Jaguar even offers buyers the option to save the original engine and gearbox in case they decide to switch back.
The total weight of the new propulsion system was quoted as slightly below 660 pounds and slightly below the original weight.
There are other changes, but none of them can significantly change the character of the car. The E-
The zero-type control electronic device is located under the trunk floor in the space where the spare tire was previously placed.
The prototype uses a charging port that has been cleverly integrated under the original fuel
But Jaguar's classic engineering team says they are considering relocating it to make it easier to use public charging stations.
The concept has also been given a cluster of digital meters and a central touch screen, but plans to offer a more traditional choice of cabin.
The wipers and headlights are controlled by modern switches, but we are happy to find the original electronics
Thin, column of Type-
The mounted Rod operates the steering signal.
Jaguar claims to be driving only over 200 miles under optimal conditions, and about 150 miles in regular use.
Fast charging is not supported-
This will require active battery cooling which will add unacceptable complexity and weight
But the role of zero as a toy rather than a daily vehicle could mean 7. 0-
When connected to 240, the KW car charger is able to replenish the battery pack in about five hours
The Volt source is considered sufficient;
From standard 120-
Volt household power socket.
Our driving took place on the crowded streets of Monterey during car week and we were unable to confirm the electric Electronics
Performance Statement of type.
The factory claims a subsidiary. 7. 0-second zero-to-60-
An hour, equivalent to six hours. cylinder E-
Type (like the Jag we tested in 1961), we tend to think this is accurate because the power of the motor is the same as the old 3. 8-liter and 4. 2-liter mills.
The zero concept has no traction control or stability control although the motor has 331
Ft can be limited considering the smooth surface.
There is also no regenerative braking as this can lead to low
Grip surface due to lack of slip resistance of the carlock brakes.
To our surprise, no burning noise is not a deal --
We are worried that it may be destroyed.
The motor will make a typical electric wailing sound when it is more difficult to accelerate, but almost silent operation is actually suitable for the dynamic properties of the car to relax at low speed.
There's no internal-
The burning soundtrack has resulted in a significant increase in the perception of creaking and creaking that can be expected from the structure of older Jaguar.
Zero's suspension adjustment remains the same as the suspension adjustment of the donated car, so it is soft by modern standards, but it handles the rough surface well, despite some enthusiastic throttle applications
The original steering is unassisted, low
Gear and heavy objects when parking
Fast, but rich feedback will be provided once it is moved.
We were told that buyers would have the option of electric power steering if they wanted it.
The digital instrument does feel uncoordinated, and the tachometer is redundant given the need to replace the gear.
In addition to the open roof, the prototype lacks any heating or ventilation system;
The production version will have heating and-if buyers want-
Even air conditioning.
Jaguar Classic will convert existing electronics
Type or source a donated vehicle and can then be rebuilt to the exact specifications of the new owner for approximately the same cost as $500,000
Ish charges for a factory
Return to rebirth E-types. If the E-
Type is not your classic Jag selection and other options may appear.
Plug for the new electric vehicle power systemand-
We were told that playing naturally means it will be able to adapt to any Jaguar that was originally built into XK --
Six, the engine installed on the new Jaguar from 1949 to 1992.