Recent content by SrfnFly227

  • From all of us at Scout Motors, welcome to the Scout Community! We created this community to provide Scout vehicle owners, enthusiasts, and curiosity seekers with a place to engage in discussion, suggestions, stories, and connections. Supportive communities are sometimes hard to find, but we're determined to turn this into one.

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    R2 Launch Watch

    I take it you aren't the kind of person to wait for the gas light before filling up? On both our Grand Cherokee and Pacifica, the range goes to "low" below 30 miles. My goal is to drive another 10-15 before filling up. I know the size of both gas tanks and even with the extra driving, I almost...
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    R2 Launch Watch

    That seems pretty disappointing. The comments are pretty consistent as well.
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    BMW iX3 and iX5 range

    Also remember that the expected battery size of the BEV is 120-130 kWh. So everything stated by others above is true (Scout is heavier and less aerodynamic) while also having a smaller battery. I would love for them to hit 400 miles, but I've read enough posts around here to be somewhat...
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    Is there anything SM could offer to get you to switch from EREV to BEV?

    The 500 mile range is also probably a one time thing. As in you leave your house with a full battery and a full tank of gas. The Harvester will supplement the battery and you'll drive 500 miles and finish with no battery charge and an empty tank of gas. Filling the tank isn't going to get you...
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    R2 Launch Watch

    For those that have followed EV roll outs in the past (or vehicle launches in general I guess), are the launch editions generally fully loaded? Some mid trim version? Or is it options that can be added to any trim? Bringing this back to the R2, isn't the launch edition essentially just Rivian...
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    R2 Launch Watch

    Since you bring up BMW, the specs on the upcoming X5 are finally available. While the gas version starts at $71k, the EV will be $81k. Now the EV may be offered standard with some extras compared to ICE, but it will still be a starting price of $20k more than Scout is aiming for...
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    R2 Launch Watch

    There will be a Scout at that number. They may even manage to get all the way to $60k. I certainly hope they do. It just won't look like the vehicles currently displayed. Those are fully trimmed out top level vehicles.
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    R2 Launch Watch

    I may be off a little on my Rivian numbers as it's been a while since I've paid attention to the exact prices, but I believe I remember a $45k vehicle having a launch edition around $60k. That's a 33% premium. If Scout follows the same percentage, the $60k vehicle launches at $80k. I have a...
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    Phone cooler

    I find that the iPhone has trouble with overheating while charging AND using the GPS. I have it happen on long road trips often and that's with the phone plugged in rather than using wireless charging.
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    What Colors Do You Think Scout Will Offer at Launch?

    Orange isn't usually my thing (my son's favorite color), but I'm going to have a really tough time convincing myself not to go with that combo. I really like Pacific Mist though. Can't wait to see what colors they actually offer.
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    R2 Launch Watch

    The size of the Traveler is one of two major concerns with the vehicle (price being the second). I love everything about the new designs from an aesthetics standpoint, but I haven't seen them in person yet to truly appreciate how large they will feel. I parked next to a Tahoe yesterday and can't...
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    Is it just me or should Scout have gone this route

    With a sawzall and the right amount of motivation, anything is possible
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    Flat Tow capability to beat Jeep

    My Wrangler weighs just under 4000 lbs after a heavy custom lift and 35 inch tires (came with 31s). A typical 4 door model today weighs mid/high 4000s stock. The Hummer EV comes in at 9000 and the Silverado is a little under that. The Lightening is actually pretty light at the mid 6000s, though...
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    Time of year for factory pick up.

    I'd really like a factory pick up option where I can go and tour the facility and look over my Traveler. Hopefully drive one of their vehicles on the off road course. That said, I'm not positive I want to drive it home. Factory comes up as a 400 mile drive for me. Time of year makes no...