Project case study
EV conversion / show car / development mule
A Defender 90 EV show car and development mule using an 83 kWh Jaguar I-Pace module battery pack, Tesla Model 3 motor with custom gearset, 75 kW CCS charging, new chassis and front/rear battery packaging for weight balance and service access.
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Engineering overview
Client goal
Build a more capable Defender EV development car than the first prototype, with a larger battery, more available power, fast charging and a show-ready specification that could also be used for road testing and events.
The brief
Develop the EV package around a new chassis Defender 90 soft-top, package the Jaguar I-Pace modules effectively, retain the Tesla Model 3-based drivetrain concept and help turn the vehicle into a usable test and show car.
Scope of work
Engineering challenge
Practical outcome
The finished vehicle delivered around 300 hp capability from the motor package, used faster CCS charging than the first prototype and became a practical development and show vehicle. It helped validate higher-power Defender EV packaging, fast charging and split battery layouts.
For similar clients
This project is relevant for Defender owners who want more than a short-range local-use EV. It shows how battery size, pack location, charging speed and drivetrain layout can be developed into a more capable vehicle while still preserving Defender character and usability.
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