R2 Launch Watch

[speedrye]

I've definitely got some interest in the R3X as well, but only if they give me some buttons.

 

[cyure]

I've definitely got some interest in the R3X as well, but only if they give me some buttons.

I thought he would say the same but he said after being in it and playing with those scroll wheels and the screen that’s it was fine.

 

[J Alynn]

It’s wild to me that this nonsense continues.

Scout Motors never said “deliveries in 2027.”

They have consistently said "Initial production targeted for 2027."

Here’s the web archive page from 31 October, 2024, a week after reveal.

Scouts always come back

We're designing, engineering, and building the next generation of electric trucks and rugged SUVs for the doers, makers, and explorers. The new Scout® Traveler™ and Terra™ models are here, born from the original legend, retooled for a new era.

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Here is the relevant FAQ, which was archived on 17 March 2025:

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And another FAQ (towing) that also mentions production plans.

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Just because some influencer claimed a delay from an imagined delivery date of 2026 doesn’t mean Scout ever made such a claim. It would have been obvious to anyone paying attention that delivery in 2026 wouldn’t be possible and delivery in 2027 was unlikely. All of the claims of delivery delays have been made-up by people looking for clicks.

I think several years ago they did say 2027 but never when and I suspect we will see some production by end of ‘27 based on how things seem to be progressing

 

[SpaceEVDriver]

I think several years ago they did say 2027 but never when and I suspect we will see some production by end of ‘27 based on how things seem to be progressing

Maybe someone misspoke or whatever. But the website, which is where things have been written down since the beginning—and which I consider the only statements of record—doesn’t seem to ever have suggested deliveries to customers in 2027.

It’s EASY for an executive who isn’t in the day-to-day engineering and design of the vehicle to get dates/weights/etc wrong when speaking off-the-cuff with an interviewer. Such interviews are never something I would rely on for fact-based statements about the future—they’re pep rallies.

 

[robothero]

@cyure did you get to drive it too? If not, what was your experience like as a passenger, or any thoughts you had as an observer?

My week filled up (kinda overfilled) quick so I didn't get a chance to book anything. Maybe next week!

 

[cyure]

@cyure did you get to drive it too? If not, what was your experience like as a passenger, or any thoughts you had as an observer?

My week filled up (kinda overfilled) quick so I didn't get a chance to book anything. Maybe next week!

I did not drive it. Very smooth ride, especially compared to my Wrangler. The seats were very comfortable and had plenty of adjustability. The climate controls were on the screen but right in a row on the bottom so that was easy to adjust and the vented seats were nice. It would be nice if our Scouts had those. It was stupid fast and crazy fast in sport mode. That instant torque is something else. And no oh S**t handle. I had nothing to hold onto so that was a little annoying.

I didn’t particularly like the button to open the doors on the inside. I much prefer the actual handles on the Scout. For a smaller SUV it felt roomy. The glass roof was very nice. Tinted so it wasn’t too bright inside but you could see the sky. Definitely helped me decided on a glass roof for my Traveler.

Overall it’s an impressive vehicle and the price seems aligned with the features.

The Traveler look inside and out is what I very much prefer. I have to have my tire carrier and my compass, but I really do like the BEV. This test drive made me want my BEV Traveler even more. I’m even more excited for my Traveler now.

 

[RodorW]

If I can find a day a buddy to tag along I want to check out the R2, there’s a lot of open time on the booking list nearby, and honestly I already know I would love the upgrade to it from my bolt, but I don’t have that kind of disposable money and a lease just wouldn’t work for my mileage.

 

[R1TVT]

I didn’t particularly like the button to open the doors on the inside. I much prefer the actual handles on the Scout.

I agree with this - I don't understand the move to mimic Tesla with this one!

 

[TigerEyeJazz]

I got to drive the R2 and was very impressed by the way it drives compared to other models in its class. The tech was very impressive and does give somewhat of an insight to what Scouts software will feel like in terms of how snappy it is/smooth transitions. My main complaint was no FM radio. They only allow you to use iHeart radio for Bluetooth connectivity but realistically since this is an “Adventure” vehicle if you go out to the woods you’ll likely lose phone reception and at that point if any wildfires occur than you won’t get notified via FM advisories.

 

[cyure]

I got to drive the R2 and was very impressed by the way it drives compared to other models in its class. The tech was very impressive and does give somewhat of an insight to what Scouts software will feel like in terms of how snappy it is/smooth transitions. My main complaint was no FM radio. They only allow you to use iHeart radio for Bluetooth connectivity but realistically since this is an “Adventure” vehicle if you go out to the woods you’ll likely lose phone reception and at that point if any wildfires occur than you won’t get notified via FM advisories.

My son said the exact same thing about no AM/FM radio.

 

[R1TVT]

Interesting! My R1T has a built-in FM radio tuner, but I guess no more.

 

[TigerEyeJazz]

My son said the exact same thing about no AM/FM radio.

AM I understand why it doesn’t have it due to the frequency of the High Voltage Battery but to eliminate FM entirely is not a bold choice

 

[speedrye]

My son said the exact same thing about no AM/FM radio.

Oh wow, I saw the 98.9 on the screen in your test ride and just assumed it had FM radio. Definitely not a fan of that choice.

Does that mean I don't have radio when I don't have my phone with me, or when I'm in an area with no reception? I'm sure as heck not paying to have phone/internet for the vehicle by itself.

 

[cyure]

Oh wow, I saw the 98.9 on the screen in your test ride and just assumed it had FM radio. Definitely not a fan of that choice.

Does that mean I don't have radio when I don't have my phone with me, or when I'm in an area with no reception? I'm sure as heck not paying to have phone/internet for the vehicle by itself.

Apparently you can get it but it’s through iHeart Radio.

When you click on the “button” in the upper left that says radio then you get more choices. Spotify, etc. so there’s lots of choices. After the test drive we played around on the screen and just started touching all the different little icons to see what happened.

This is why I want my Scout manual as a pdf before delivery so I can print it out and read it. I want a physical book even if I have to print it myself.

 

[Logan]

I didn’t particularly like the button to open the doors on the inside. I much prefer the actual handles on the Scout.

This, even more than the trend of retracting exterior door handles for aero benefits, I think is a dumb design choice.

If the power is ever lost to the buttons, you have to pull backup handles. And in the backseats of the Rivian R1 Series, the "backup" is a cable pull located behind the lower door card. Its a huuuuge hazzard IMO, especially if you've got passengers that don't know about this, or are otherwise generally incapable (small kids). I hear that in the Rivian community, some people add carabiners/other stuff to expose the pull cable so their kids can get out easier in an accident.

I know other Teslas have this sort of design as well (I think the 3 and Y, not sure about the others).

My Ioniq 9 has dumb retracting exterior door handles. But at least they put in mechanical inside door handles like a normal vehicle. And If the doors are locked, pulling twice on the handle automatically unlocks the door.

And yes, I did check for that before I bought it as a family car. I couldn't stand the thought of having kids/parents trapped in the backseat flutily trying to open it via the button.

 

[cyure]

This, even more than the trend of retracting exterior door handles for aero benefits, I think is a dumb design choice.

If the power is ever lost to the buttons, you have to pull backup handles. And in the backseats of the Rivian R1 Series, the "backup" is a cable pull located behind the lower door card. Its a huuuuge hazzard IMO, especially if you've got passengers that don't know about this, or are otherwise generally incapable (small kids). I hear that in the Rivian community, some people add carabiners/other stuff to expose the pull cable so their kids can get out easier in an accident.

I know other Teslas have this sort of design as well (I think the 3 and Y, not sure about the others).

My Ioniq 9 has dumb retracting exterior door handles. But at least they put in mechanical inside door handles like a normal vehicle. And If the doors are locked, pulling twice on the handle automatically unlocks the door.

And yes, I did check for that before I bought it as a family car. I couldn't stand the thought of having kids/parents trapped in the backseat flutily trying to open it via the button.

That was a big selling point for me for the Scout. Real door handles inside and out.

 

[J Alynn]

This, even more than the trend of retracting exterior door handles for aero benefits, I think is a dumb design choice.

If the power is ever lost to the buttons, you have to pull backup handles. And in the backseats of the Rivian R1 Series, the "backup" is a cable pull located behind the lower door card. Its a huuuuge hazzard IMO, especially if you've got passengers that don't know about this, or are otherwise generally incapable (small kids). I hear that in the Rivian community, some people add carabiners/other stuff to expose the pull cable so their kids can get out easier in an accident.

I know other Teslas have this sort of design as well (I think the 3 and Y, not sure about the others).

My Ioniq 9 has dumb retracting exterior door handles. But at least they put in mechanical inside door handles like a normal vehicle. And If the doors are locked, pulling twice on the handle automatically unlocks the door.

And yes, I did check for that before I bought it as a family car. I couldn't stand the thought of having kids/parents trapped in the backseat flutily trying to open it via the button.

The Lexus actually has push actuators which is SO intuitive-you grab handle, push thumb in, it unlatches and you continue pushing door open. Not sure why everyone doesn’t do this. Easier to push-push than to pull-push.