A Jaguar I-Tempo previously owned by British monarch King Charles III is headed for public sale with Historics Auctioneers.
The electrical SUV was delivered to then-Prince Charles in 2018, making it the primary EV provided to the royal household, based on the public sale itemizing. It is thought that the automobile left the manufacturing facility in Eiger Gray, however Charles had it repainted in nonstandard Loire Blue, making it the one I-Tempo on this shade.
Jaguar I-Tempo previously owned by King Charles III (picture credit score: Historics Auctioneers)
This early I-Tempo incorporates a dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain producing 394 hp and 512 lb-ft of torque, sufficient for 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds, Jaguar stated on the time of the I-Tempo’s launch. At launch, a 90-kwh battery pack offered an EPA-rated 234 miles of vary in U.S.-spec variations.
The auctioneer says Charles’ I-Tempo remained in royal use till December 2021. It was then returned to Jaguar with about 3,000 miles on the odometer for resale. Ex-royal automobiles usually have their unique registration numbers eliminated, however this automobile’s distinctive paint shade makes it straightforward to establish, the auctioneer famous.
Jaguar I-Tempo previously owned by King Charles III (picture credit score: Historics Auctioneers)
The precise-hand-drive EV now exhibits a bit of over 35,000 miles, that means it nonetheless has a few of its unique guarantee protection left, based on the public sale itemizing. It is anticipated to promote for between 55,000 and 70,000 British kilos, equal to $69,443 to $88,382 at present change charges.
The I-Tempo launched within the U.S. as a 2019 mannequin and hasn’t been redesigned since, though it did get just a few updates for 2022. It stays Jaguar’s solely EV, though the automaker is getting ready a brand new line of EVs, the primary of which has been confirmed as a four-door GT launching in 2025. Two extra EVs, together with a big flagship sedan, are additionally reportedly in improvement.