Sawyer Merritt@SawyerMerritt
NEWS: VW Group’s new Scout Motors brand says it has now received more than 160,000 reservations for its first model, with 87% opting for the 500 mile extended-range hybrid version instead of full electric.
Scout Traveler SUV:
• Starting price: Under $60,000
• Range: Up to 350 miles, with option for 500 miles with built-in gas generator
• Towing capacity: 7,000 lbs
• 0-60 mph: As low as 3.5s
• NACS, 800v architecture, up to 350kW fast charging and have bi-directional charging capability
• Option for 35" tires. 12" of ground clearance, 3 feet
of water fording capability
Scout Terra Pickup Truck:
• Starting price: Under $60,000
• Range: Up to 350 miles, with option for 500 miles with built-in gas generator
• Towing capacity: 10,000 lbs
• 0-60 mph: As low as 3.5s
• bench style seat in the front
• NACS, 800v architecture, up to 350kW fast charging and have bi-directional charging capability
• Option for 35" tires. 12" of ground clearance, 3 feet
of water fording capability
• 5.5-foot pickup bed which offers two 120V power outlets and one 240V power outlet
Scout will begin building prototype models this year at a plant the automaker is constructing in South Carolina. Production is slated for 2027/2028.