The electric vehicle market continues to surprise with increasingly exclusive proposals. One of the most striking comes from the Netherlands, where specialist firm The Landrovers has unveiled the Panterra, a classic Land Rover Defender transformed into a modern electric off-roader capable of delivering up to 603 kilometers of range (375 miles WLTP), a figure that surpasses several Tesla variants.
This exclusive restomod shows that a classic vehicle can combine iconic design with cutting-edge technology. For those closely following industry news or exploring the market for new and used vehicles, the Panterra represents a clear example of how electrification is reaching even the most legendary models.
Seven years of development to create a benchmark electric Defender
Although The Landrovers is known for its Defender conversions with American V8 engines, the Panterra is far from an improvised project. The company claims to have invested seven years of development in designing a vehicle suitable for daily use, preserving the character of the original Defender while integrating a fully electric powertrain.
The most notable element is its massive 200 kWh battery, a capacity currently found only in a few large vehicles such as the GMC Hummer EV or the Cadillac Escalade IQ. However, the Panterra achieves a significantly lower weight of around 2,900 kilograms, which helps improve both efficiency and driving dynamics.
More range than several Tesla models
With an official range of 603 kilometers under the WLTP cycle, this electric Defender outperforms the figures announced for several versions of the Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y, including some entry-level and performance variants.
This combination of a high-capacity battery and an efficient powertrain makes the Panterra one of the longest-range electric restomods currently available.
600 horsepower and all-wheel drive with four motors
The Panterra features four in-wheel electric motors capable of producing a combined output of 600 horsepower. It also includes an advanced real-time torque vectoring system, improving both on-road performance and off-road capability.
Despite its size and weight, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 5.5 seconds. The brand also claims a balanced 50:50 weight distribution, along with fully independent suspension, new subframes, and the option of either coil or air suspension.
Handcrafted luxury with a price reserved for a few
The interior has been completely redesigned using premium materials, including machined aluminum, high-end leather, and handcrafted finishes. All of this turns the Panterra into a luxury vehicle in both technology and exclusivity.
However, its price matches its performance. The model starts at around $570,000, placing it among the most expensive and sophisticated restomods in the world.
With this creation, The Landrovers demonstrates that electrification can breathe new life into automotive icons, offering an unusual combination of range, performance, luxury, and off-road capability in a fully reinvented classic Defender.
