Although they’re electric cars at heart with up to 350 miles of all-electric range, a “Harvester” gas-powered range extender promises 500 miles between charges and refills. But unlike so many new EVs, the two Scouts aren’t replacing the tried-and-true for change’s sake. Scout owners will find real buttons and dials for infotainment and climate control, traditional exterior door handles, and even an optional three-person front seat. Both Scout models are based on an all-new, robust, body-on-frame design that is not shared with other electric vehicles from Volkswagen and Audi.

When they go into production in 2027, the Terra and Traveler will be built at Scout’s new factory outside of Columbia, SC, which is currently under construction. Scout says prices will start around $60,000 before any incentives, and consumers should be able to purchase one directly from Scout starting October 24, 2024. Being built in the U.S., both vehicles should qualify for federal tax credits. Customizability is also a key selling point, including off-road accessories such as front and rear skid plates, an off-road winch, auxiliary lighting and an exterior spare tire holder on the Traveller. We expect prices to climb well past $60,000 when buyers add these extras.

Although closer in scale to full-size SUVs and pickup trucks, the Terra and Traveler are sure to take some buyers away from the relatively smaller Rivian R1S and R1T. Curiously, the timing of the introduction comes just months after VW announced plans to invest $5 billion in a joint venture with Rivian to create vehicle software that both companies will share.