In a world rapidly moving towards the future on silent electric motors, the idea of converting a post-war Land Rover into an electric car might seem strange. However, this is exactly what the British company Inverted is doing, modernizing the legendary Series I, II, and III models by installing an electric powertrain while preserving their iconic appearance.

Inverted already has experience in converting cars to electric power and is now applying this knowledge to old Land Rovers. The original Series I, II, and III models were produced from 1948 to 1985 with 4, 6, and 8-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. The company replaces them with a 62 kWh battery placed at the front and rear for optimal weight distribution.

This battery powers a single electric motor that delivers 160 horsepower and an impressive 900 Nm of torque. Thanks to such thrust, the formerly slow off-roaders now accelerate to 96 km/h in just 8 seconds.

Even more interesting is that Inverted retains the original two-range transfer case, which works perfectly with the electric system. The differential lock is also preserved, ensuring high off-road capability.

Limited Range, but Appropriate for its Purpose

According to the company, the modernized Land Rovers can travel up to 193 km on a single charge. This is significantly less than most modern electric cars, but it’s worth remembering that such vehicles are rarely used every day. For irregular city trips, this is sufficient.

The battery supports Type 2 charging at 6.6 kW and 60 kW DC fast charging, allowing it to be charged from 20% to 80% in 38 minutes. Eco, Traffic, and Off-Road driving modes have also been added, along with a new electric control system.

“The Land Rover Series are beautiful, iconic cars,” says Inverted founder Harry Millington. “But let’s be honest: not everyone wants to fiddle with the choke every morning or breathe exhaust fumes. Our electric versions retain everything people love about these classic models, making them more convenient, reliable, and enjoyable to use.”

However, one should not expect such a modernization to be cheap. The conversion costs from £150,000 (approximately $199,000), although this amount includes the donor car itself. For collectors and enthusiasts who want a cleaner, quieter, and more practical version of the classic Land Rover, this is a high price, but at the same time, it is a unique way to combine the past with the future without losing the charm of either.

In a world rapidly moving towards the future on silent electric motors, the idea of converting a post-war Land Rover into an electric car might seem strange. However, this is exactly what the British company Inverted is doing, modernizing the legendary Series I, II, and III models by installing an electric powertrain while preserving their iconic look.

Inverted already has experience in converting cars to electric power and is now applying this knowledge to old Land Rovers. The original Series I, II, and III models were produced from 1948 to 1985 with 4, 6, and 8-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. The company replaces them with a 62 kWh battery placed at the front and rear for optimal weight distribution.

This battery powers a single electric motor that delivers 160 horsepower and an impressive 900 Nm of torque. Thanks to this thrust, the formerly slow off-roaders now accelerate to 96 km/h in just 8 seconds.

Even more interesting is that Inverted retains the original two-range transfer case, which works perfectly with the electric system. The differential lock is also preserved, ensuring high off-road capability.

Limited Range, but Appropriate for its Purpose

According to the company, the modernized Land Rovers can travel up to 193 km on a single charge. This is significantly less than most modern electric cars, but it’s worth remembering that such vehicles are rarely used every day. For irregular city trips, this is sufficient.

The battery supports Type 2 charging at 6.6 kW and 60 kW DC fast charging, allowing it to be charged from 20% to 80% in 38 minutes. Eco, Traffic, and Off-Road driving modes have also been added, along with a new electric control system.

“The Land Rover Series are beautiful, iconic cars,” says Inverted founder Harry Millington. “But let’s be honest: not everyone wants to fiddle with the choke every morning or breathe exhaust fumes. Our electric versions retain everything people love about these classic models, making them more convenient, reliable, and enjoyable to use.”

However, one should not expect such a modernization to be cheap. The conversion costs from £150,000 (approximately $199,000), although this amount includes the donor car itself. For collectors and enthusiasts who want a cleaner, quieter, and more practical version of the classic Land Rover, this is a high price, but at the same time, it is a unique way to combine the past with the future without losing the charm of either.