2027 Scout EV Price Estimate?? Hope and dream of affordability!

[MasterVAGTech]

I would love to add an electric vehicle that is capable to the garage. I hope that the price is not so crazy. Remember VW, the Scout was a working person's truck. Let's hope it stays that way. Does anyone know a ballpark price range?

 

[CT203]

Doubtful affordability, but I’m with you. It’d be great if this could be more attainable than Rivian or Hummer.

 

[broadicustomworks]

It would be great if the base price was no more than mid-40's, have more options above and beyond that that add power/options/comforts.
I mean, we all would LOVE a base price lower than that.
But with what stuff costs, I think even that is an aggressive move.
Make it a bare-bones 4wd with some usable off-road capability, minimal frills.
Add in heated seats, steering wheel, premium sound, luxury touches for subsequent trims.

My bet, personally, is that we will see a base intro price of $48K-55K. Total conjecture on my part.

 

[MasterVAGTech]

Seems like no worthwhile 4x4 is less than $50k these days so I think you're in the right range. I'm not sure they have been clear about where the Scout fits in. Is it smaller, like a Jimmy or a Samurai? Or is it bigger like a Wrangler or Bronco? I feel like the original scouts were not huge vehicles so it might be cool to have an EV 4x4 in that smaller category. I have a Bronco and I love it. But if I lived close to trails, I would love to have a little EV run around little fun machine that can do some trail riding. Super excited to see where they go!

 

[LoneWolfo6]

Seems like no worthwhile 4x4 is less than $50k these days so I think you're in the right range. I'm not sure they have been clear about where the Scout fits in. Is it smaller, like a Jimmy or a Samurai? Or is it bigger like a Wrangler or Bronco? I feel like the original scouts were not huge vehicles so it might be cool to have an EV 4x4 in that smaller category. I have a Bronco and I love it. But if I lived close to trails, I would love to have a little EV run around little fun machine that can do some trail riding. Super excited to see where they go!

To compete with VW, Tesla needs to do a small EV Truck outside the CT. Like a Model Y with a bed. Like Hyundai Santa Cruz, or Subaru Brat. Lol

 

[Scout80-the original]

The VW ID4 (for 2023 assembled in Tennessee) starts under $38,000. No reason that a Scout EV should be that much more other than beefed up suspension and drivetrain and the inevitable inflation until the 2026 delivery date.

Note: final significant assembly of the ID4 will qualify it for federal tax credits, which are quite a bit higher for business use than consumer.

And other homegrown EV suv/pickup such as Canoo which will be built in Oklahoma and, as far as projected to start under $40,000 there will be no reason that a Scout should cost the same as a Tesla

 

[ADK Scout]

Hopefully a offroad capable and tow capable EV with some range. Don't want to get in the backcountry and have a dead battery. OH, and a power source for a winch.

 

[Cable Guy]

Maybe $40s base likely climbing to $60 plus with desirable options…. Just a guess

 

[Otto Klub]

Maybe $40s base likely climbing to $60 plus with desirable options…. Just a guess

Whomever does the above will sell units. My opinion.
Don't tell folks what they are going to buy, give them options.

 

[FastAndLight]

Whomever does the above will sell units. My opinion.
Don't tell folks what they are going to buy, give them options.

Agreed, but not optimistic that it will happen.

The current average new car price in the US is $48k. I don't see how, in 4 years, VW releases this for less than mid $50k. The ID4 comparison is interesting and gives hope that they may have aggressive entry pricing, but that will be for a stripped out, low range, base model.

I think options from the factory and a robust aftermarket are the way to go for vehicles like this. Hopefully VW is listening.

 

[Scout80-the original]

Hopefully a offroad capable and tow capable EV with some range. Don't want to get in the backcountry and have a dead battery. OH, and a power source for a winch.

They, and every other EV manufacturer could take a lesson from dirt bikes, specifically where the tank wraps over the frame and you have a built in reserve. A built-in battery reserve that when your range has dropped to zero you can flip a switch and go another 40 miles back to civilizatiion

 

[Scout80-the original]

To compete with VW, Tesla needs to do a small EV Truck outside the CT. Like a Model Y with a bed. Like Hyundai Santa Cruz, or Subaru Brat. Lol

Bring back the Rabbit?

 

[MasterVAGTech]

They, and every other EV manufacturer could take a lesson from dirt bikes, specifically where the tank wraps over the frame and you have a built in reserve. A built-in battery reserve that when your range has dropped to zero you can flip a switch and go another 40 miles back to civilizatiion

I was thinking something similar. It would be really cool if they had modular battery packs you can add to extend range or be a backup. They could strap down in the frunk or trunk.

 

[Kirnma]

You all are breaking my heart. I am hoping for a base price in the mid-30s and for it to go up from there. One can dream.

 

[OldBlue]

They make this affordable, it may be the first EV I can actually get behind.