Land Rover will become a “trust mark” for the Defender, Range Rover and Discovery brands, said chief creative officer Gerry McGovern.
“The reality is Range Rover is a brand and so is Defender,’” said McGovern. “Customers say they own a Range Rover. In luxury, you need absolute clarity. Land Rover Range Rover SV Autobiography doesn’t give it. “We love Land Rover, but there isn't as much equity as Range Rover, and Defender is increasing massively.”
On the rebirth of Jaguar as an electric-only luxury brand, Mardell said this was something that’s “very personal” and “unfinished business” for him, having originally joined Jaguar 32 years ago. “The Jaguar of 32 years ago is where we’re going back to and the right place for us to be."