Future Model: Scout Sport- Smaller, and more efficient, but still capable.

[CarTechGeek]

I know there are many requests for 2 door Scout as a direct analog to the Bronco/Wrangler 2 doors, but these really don't sell well, despite all the online requests.

That isn't what I have in mind. I'm thinking something more Rav4 like in size and efficiency. This is my ideal sized vehicle, and it is the #1 selling non pickup truck in the USA, so if you want to target a segment after the pickup and mid size SUV, it's a natural target (and would have much more sales than a 2 door Wrangler analog).

I know these are derisively referred to as "Cute-Ute", and universally they have quite low capability, but that is how Scout could stand out from the field. It doesn't have to match it's bigger brothers off road, just clearly best the "Cute Utes". Just a bit better ground clearance, better approach and departure, and crucially an available, real, rear locker would put it far ahead of the "Cute-Utes", while maintaining their practicality, drivability, and park-ability... That would be a stand out in one of the biggest market segments there is...

Call the Sport in comparison to Bronco Sport, or call it Eagle Scout...

 

[oldgeeksguide]

Original jeep was 55" wide with an 85" wheelbase. I think that is smaller than a Mini Cooper.

And a couple guys could lift it if it got stuck.

 

[eddiet1212]

I finally saw an old military Jeep at a car show. I was surprised how little it was! View attachment 6167

Proving my age, but I have fond memories crossing Gitmo Bay, Cuba on a ferry while driving around the Navy grey version of this piece of automotive history. For sure it was a bucket list item. From the floor starter switch, a 3-speed paired with a 4 cyl with 60hp(?) and steering with atleast a quarter turn of slack....lol. What a precursor for the CJ...I think I will evolve into a future Scout for my bucket lust (list).

 

[R1TVT]

I'm guessing these R3's are going to fill part of that void and be wicked fun to drive... Or RALLY.

 

[cyure]

I'm guessing these R3's are going to fill part of that void and be wicked fun to drive... Or RALLY.

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Rivian should have made these before the R2 in my opinion. They are too cute for words!

 

[R1TVT]

Good news is that they will launch that R3X prior to the base R3... Sometime later in '26 / early '27 was the plan.

 

[cyure]

Good news is that they will launch that R3X prior to the base R3... Sometime later in '26 / early '27 was the plan.

I’m 20 minutes from the factory. I went out there to test drive an R1S a while ago. It’s huge but they are trying to expand more. They just need more capacity. The city gave them a big tax incentive to build more so crossing my fingers they just keep growing. Good for the local economy.

They are having an event there starting today in fact where you can go see all the vehicles that are available and test drive them. That’s the first time I remember them doing that.

 

[THil08]

I’m 20 minutes from the factory. I went out there to test drive an R1S a while ago. It’s huge but they are trying to expand more. They just need more capacity. The city gave them a big tax incentive to build more so crossing my fingers they just keep growing. Good for the local economy.

They are having an event there starting today in fact where you can go see all the vehicles that are available and test drive them. That’s the first time I remember them doing that.

You need your Trader Joe’s. Rivian need to contact them about it.