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New LEVC black cab teased, but drivers still do not know how much it will cost, how it will be powered or how far it will travel
Attention has turned to the price and driving range for LEVC’s next-generation black cab after the manufacturer confirmed that the new vehicle will enter the UK market in the second half of 2027.
LEVC has yet to reveal the taxi’s powertrain, battery capacity, electric range or charging capability. Cabbies talking on the ranks and in the forums want to know whether the vehicle will be fully electric or retain some form of range-extender technology, particularly because long shifts and limited access to residential charging can make operating range a decisive factor.
Purchase price is equally important as the cost of the current TX has placed pressure on some owner-drivers, making any increase for its replacement a concern for some. Drivers are hoping for an early indication of the headline price, expected deposits, monthly payments, warranty provision and likely whole-life running costs well before deciding whether to order.
The limited teaser images have provided a small number of possible design clues. The illuminated “TAXI” roof sign appears better angled than the current model, potentially improving visibility for passengers trying to identify an available cab.
A comparison with the transition footage also gives the impression that the new model may be longer than the current TX. That could point towards additional cabin space, revised accessibility arrangements or greater room for luggage, although dimensions have not been released and the imagery is not enough to confirm a change in vehicle length.
LEVC has said the taxi is being engineered from the ground up to comply with Transport for London’s Metropolitan Conditions of Fitness. Those rules require the vehicle to meet the capital’s specialist standards covering areas such as accessibility and manoeuvrability.
Final assembly of the TX concludes this month, while production of the replacement is scheduled to begin in 2027. That transition raises a further question over the availability of new purpose-built taxis before the next model reaches customers, particularly for drivers whose existing vehicles are approaching replacement.
The development timetable is relatively short, with the launch planned for the second half of next year. More detailed announcements on price, technology, capability, manufacturing and exact launch timings are therefore expected soon for drivers and fleet operators to plan their next vehicle purchases with confidence.
