EREV battery capacity deploying 6x faster than BEVs. Implications for Harvester?

[joewilk45]

I’m glad Scout confirmed to me that I can change more Traveler Harvester order to the EV only when I get to the build option because 150 miles is not what I thought and had it reversed. Also, we currently have a plug-in hybrid Volvo that gets 32 miles range (AKA 20 real miles) and find we really kick on the engine. We get warnings of old gas, and I imagine 150 mile range will meet 80% or more users so will old gas be an issue as well? For me, no overlanding, and the ability to use Tesla’s charging network, 350 miles (AKA 230 likely) is just fine so long as you deliver on the 0-60 and torque!

Hello I have a 2023 XC 90 Recharge Ultimate Air suspension for get 36 miles pure electric I love the vehicle but debating keeping till scout becomes available or buy a Hyundai we leased Volvo lease is up 2026 could buy out 42 k or walk Do you like your Volvo and what year and model ? Thinking keeping Volvo love the ride 20 k miles no issues to date have level two chargers at both homes so ready to go full EV or r only inconvenience will be two trips to and from Florida (1,200) miles

 

[OlyScout]

Hello I have a 2023 XC 90 Recharge Ultimate Air suspension for get 36 miles pure electric I love the vehicle but debating keeping till scout becomes available or buy a Hyundai we leased Volvo lease is up 2026 could buy out 42 k or walk Do you like your Volvo and what year and model ? Thinking keeping Volvo love the ride 20 k miles no issues to date have level two chargers at both homes so ready to go full EV or r only inconvenience will be two trips to and from Florida (1,200) miles

We love our 2024 XC60 Recharge Ultimate! It is everything - air suspension, B&W, 21” wheels, etc. it’s our 3rd XC60. Previous was Polestar Recharge w/ 22”. We also have 2023 Model Y Performance.

That said, given their newness, we’re stuck for a few years to not make a rash decision since they have depreciated, but our next two will be the Scout Traveler and Toyota Land Cruiser.

We have a Tesla level 2 charger and an adapter for the Volvo and love the ease of charging v. gas. No turning back for us and will always have at least one full EV. Wife loves the Land Cruiser so happy wife, but I’m stoked for the Traveler. Think we may get the full EV version and will see. But I’m a realist and we expect it’ll be closer to $75K when it’s released if they have a version like their prototype. And it’s worth it!

 

[joewilk45]

I think if they start at 58 and you add 2 packages your looking at 68 k your Harvester Trailhawk 72,990 but thanks for Volvo data I love pilot assist etc and great for grandkids when they visit long time before we're picking colors

 

[Hatman]

I have deposits for each model and want the Harvester on both. Such a great concept for an EV but I want more than 150 on batteries. At least make it close to 50/50 of the 500 miles on batteries.

 

[cvollers]

Just need the battery to give its 350 range as a solid number and the Harvester to give its 150 range or more depending on tank size. Big point will be how fast does the Harvester charge the battery back in its use and for how long can you do that with tank sizes and charge speeds, driving and parked.
Can’t wait I ordered both with the Harvester. Wanted the Traveler and Terra but selected the Traveler first then my wife said she is taking it from me. So I had to reserve the Terra too lol. Guess it all works out in the end

I’m hoping the Harvester driving dynamics are not different from the pure EV version. How they manage the weight distribution of less battery with the engine in back and fuel in front will be key.

 

[maynard]

Me and the scout crew are boys lol. How do you think i get the nitty gritty stuff from them lol.

Drove by today - must be on holiday - lot was empty...

 

[timmyhil]

Alaska is a special case, has poor charging infrastructure, and not at all like the driving 99.8% of people do in the lower 48.

Every where has a poor charging infrastructure. It should be that for every 10 gas stations a EV charging station has to be installed.

Drove by today - must be on holiday - lot was empty...

Aw shucks!

nice sign though!

 

[maynard]

Every where has a poor charging infrastructure. It should be that for every 10 gas stations a EV charging station has to be installed.

Aw shucks!

nice sign though!

Drove by again today - parking lot was completely full - spun through but no Scout's in site, plenty of EVs tho - even a CT...

 

[chillaxed]

For me, 150 miles on battery and 350 on gas sounds great. Provided I could fill the tank and continue without losing performance. Even with a low battery.

With the EREV, 150 miles on battery would cover 90% of my use. Other times, even the BEV's 350 miles wouldn't be enough. I often pull a trailer, so mileage ratings would be a lot less.

Some areas I go have no electricity, let alone charging infrastructure. I can carry extra gas easier than additional electricity.

Hopefully, the EREV's reduced battery size offsets the weight of the Harvester system. Heavy weight is not your friend off road.

There should be no compromise in performance if you decide never to plug it in. If you choose to do so, you should be able to drive exclusively on gas and not feel like you are giving anything up. Does anyone know if the battery will charge up when driving on petrol?

 

[J35t3r]

There should be no compromise in performance if you decide never to plug it in. If you choose to do so, you should be able to drive exclusively on gas and not feel like you are giving anything up. Does anyone know if the battery will charge up when driving on petrol?

The Harvester is a generator that will recharge the vehicle's high voltage battery. The generator does not supply power to the wheels.

 

[chillaxed]

The Harvester is a generator that will recharge the vehicle's high voltage battery. The generator does not supply power to the wheels.

I understand. My hope is that it will will keep up with my driving requirements as well as charge the battery up. I like the idea that I will never have to plug in if I choose not to.

 

[joewilk45]

I don't know about everyone else but car people, enthusiast are usually dreamers and when we see something that's close to our dream we get excited for we cannot wait to see it in real life and make it ours and add our touches. Scout has teased us but they are smarter than most they know there are many dreamers out there with loads of great ideas all you need to do is ask have a conversation. Refreshing and gratifying. Looking forward to being part of the dream. Go Eagles !!!