Jaguar Land Rover ditches petrol and diesel to become ‘all-electric luxury brand’ by 2025

They said: “Following a thorough technology review against the exponential change in the automotive industry, we concluded that the planned XJ replacement does not fit with our vision for a reimaged Jaguar brand.

“We have made the tough decision that it will not form part of the line-up, as the brand looks to realise its unique potential.”

Despite the changes, the firm has confirmed they will retain its assembly plants in the UK market.

The Solihull plant will be the home of Jaguar’s pure electric programme where the firm will focus on building its high-tech vehicles.