Scout Motors is seeing stronger interest in its extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) over the fully electric variant, with the EREV expected to deliver approximately 150 miles (241 km) of electric-only range and 500 miles (805 km) of total driving range, Chief Executive Scott Keogh said.
Speaking with Motor Trend, Keogh confirmed that the battery pack in the EREV will be smaller, ranging from 60 to 70 kWh, while the battery electric vehicle (BEV) will feature a larger pack in the 120 to 130 kWh range. “We think this setup provides a great balance of efficiency and long-distance capability,” Keogh said. He noted that while the BEV will accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in about 3.5 seconds, the EREV will take roughly a second longer, at 4.5 seconds.
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Scout, a Volkswagen-owned brand, plans to offer both its Terra and Traveler models in BEV and EREV configurations, with the BEV expected to achieve around 350 miles (563 km) of range.
Keogh also revealed that both versions will have a payload capacity of approximately 2,000 lbs (907 kg) and similar towing capabilities, though specific figures were not disclosed. The EREV will utilize a four-cylinder engine as a range extender, but further details were not provided.
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Keogh suggested that the EREV could allow for future upgrades, including modifications to the fuel tank size or engine performance. “There’s potential for customers to customize the vehicle further, whether by fitting a larger tank or upgrading the engine for more power,” he said. He also hinted that improvements in battery chemistry could help extend the vehicle’s longevity and efficiency over time.
