Scout aims to be the antithesis of modern vehicles, emphasizing mechanical buttons, fewer screens, bench seats, and extended-range powertrains. 130,000+ reservations show strong demand for this blend of heritage and innovation.
“To just show these new vehicles that would have fit very nicely into VW’s portfolio, it’s like rubbing salt in the wound here,” National Auto Dealers Association CEO Mike Stanton told Automotive News back in October.
This isn't a new idea—the Chevy Volt introduced the concept of a range-extender hybrid back in 2010, and the BMW i3 had the option of a two-cylinder motorcycle engine that could add a bit of juice to its tiny battery.
