Scout Electric SUV And Pickup: Everything We Know The revived Scout name will be used on a pair of Volkswagen-backed electric high-riders set to enter production in 2026. Volkswagen has chosen to revive the Scout brand (of International Harvester Scout fame) for a new line of off-road-focused electric vehicles over 40 years after the last Scout II rolled off the production line. The new company’s first offerings will be an electric SUV and pickup duo that promise to blend retro-inspired design, go-anywhere capability and the best of VW’s EV tech into a package specifically designed for the American market and built locally.
Both will be fully electric vehicles. We’ve not heard any rumors about a possible range extender powertrain (although hybrids and plug-in hybrids have been ruled out). An extended-range EV powertrain can’t be ruled out given that it makes sense for those who want to do a lot of towing—the idea of having the plentiful instant torque of an electric motor but also an onboard generator to alleviate range anxiety when towing a heavy load seems to have struck a chord with buyers; we’re sure VW has at least considering it as a way to boost appeal for the Scout brand .
The two reborn Scout vehicles will put off-road ability and usability above opulent luxury, which will be reflected in their price. They are expected to undercut the vast majority of rivals, although by the time they arrive on the market, they will have more off-road EVs to contend with,.