Summary
- Scout Terra is a hand-built design study at 80% representation of the finished production model
- Scout Terra and Rivian R1T are similar in size, but the Terra is longer with a longer bed
- Rivian R1T offers more power options and faster acceleration than the Scout Terra
- Scout Terra has higher charging speeds, longer range, and offers an option for a range-extending combustion engine
- Scout Terra is priced lower than the Rivian R1T, even with federal tax incentives applied
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The Scout Terra is one of the two recently revealed Scout prototypes, representing about 80% of the finished production models. These hand-built design studies are built on a new body-on-frame platform developed with the backing of the Volkswagen Group. While the Terra pickup and Traveler SUV are similar in size and capability to competitors like the Rivian R1T, they are not related under the skin and are actually quite different. The Terra is not expected to be available for at least three more years.
The Scout Terra is slightly larger than the Rivian R1T, with a longer body and a larger bed. Both vehicles offer similar levels of interior room, but the Rivian is slightly wider when the mirrors are folded, and slightly taller when the mirrors are extended. In terms of power, the R1T offers a range of configurations with up to 1,050 horsepower and 1,198 lb-ft of torque, while the Terra will only offer dual-motor all-wheel drive with 1,000 lb-ft of torque. The R1T is quicker in a straight line, but the Terra is expected to have a respectable 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds.
One of the key differences between the two trucks is their range and charging capabilities. The Rivian R1T offers battery packs ranging from 92.5 to 141.5 kWh and up to 420 miles of range, with a top charge rate of 220 kW. The Scout Terra runs on an 800-volt system with a charge rate of up to 350 kW, enabling it to charge from 20 to 80% in just 25 minutes. Additionally, the Terra offers an optional range extender that uses a combustion engine as a generator to push the range to 500 miles.
In terms of towing and payload capacity, the Scout Terra is expected to have a tow rating of 10,000 pounds and a payload of 2,000 pounds, slightly higher than the R1T’s ratings. The Terra also offers unique features like a front trunk, gear tunnel, and vehicle-to-home bidirectional charging. It has a more traditional interior design compared to the minimalist Rivian, with physical controls and a built-in compass.
The Terra is priced at $51,500 with the federal tax credit factored in, making it more affordable than the Rivian R1T, which starts at $71,700. The Rivian also offers higher-priced configurations up to $120,000, with a federal tax credit available for models under $80,000. With its competitive pricing, robust capabilities, and unique features, the Scout Terra is poised to be a strong competitor in the electric truck market once it becomes available in a few years.
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