Update: ‘Toyota Hilux EV,’ ‘New GM EV Truck,’ and ‘Chevrolet Silverado LFP’ added and ‘Ram midsize pickup truck’ updated.
This decade, around a dozen fully-electrified models of America’s favorite body style will be available on the market. Here’s a list of known upcoming electric truck models that manufacturers have confirmed or are considering launching.
The list includes electric trucks from brands with a proven track record that have either built millions of vehicles, invested billions of dollars in EVs, or are well backed by investors.
1. Toyota Hilux EV (2025)
The Toyota Hilux EV is a midsize electric pickup truck designed primarily for Europe, along with select markets in Asia and Oceania. Toyota has introduced its first electric pickup in a double cab version, the most common format for electric pickups globally, exclusively with a twin-motor AWD setup.
Packing 193 horsepower, the Toyota Hilux EV can carry loads of up to 1,576 lbs. and tow up to 3,528 lbs. These capacities are nearly 30% and approximately 55% lower than those of its ICE donor, but it is the range and charging parameters that truly make the Hilux EV uncompetitive.
A standard-fit 59.2 kWh NMC battery pack powers the two motors, delivering a WLTP range of 149 miles. EPA-estimated ranges typically come in much lower than WLTP figures, and this limitation, among other factors, is the chief reason why the Hilux EV won’t be suitable for the U.S. With a peak charging input of just 125 kW, the battery pack takes at least 30 minutes to go from 20% to 80% SoC.
2. Slate truck (2026)
Slate Automotive, a Michigan startup backed by Jeff Bezos, is taking a different approach to the electric pickup segment. Instead of futuristic styling or luxury features, it is developing a no-frills model priced in the mid-USD 20,000s. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in Q4 2026.
The compact truck rides on steel wheels, has plain body panels, and a stripped-down interior without a touchscreen, automatic climate control, or even power windows. While the presentation is minimal, Slate plans extensive customization options.
The truck measures 174.6 in. long, 70.6 in. wide, and 69.3 in. tall, with a 108.9 in. wheelbase. It supports 1,433 lbs. of payload and 1,000 lbs. of towing. Two battery packs are planned: 52.7 kWh for 150 miles of range and 84.3 kWh for 240 miles. Both use a rear-mounted motor rated at 201 hp and 295 lb.-ft., good for 0–60 mph in 8 seconds.
3. Ford midsize electric truck (2027)
Ford will launch a new midsize electric pickup in 2027, built on its Universal EV platform at the Louisville Assembly Plant. The truck promises a 0–60 mph time under 5 seconds, a low center of gravity with a structural LFP battery pack, and V2L capability.
It will feature a frunk, full pickup bed, minimalist interior with OTA-ready touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and BlueCruise. Passenger volume will exceed that of a Toyota RAV4.
Ford targets a starting price of about USD 30,000, making it its most affordable EV yet, with production for U.S. and export markets. While the branding remains unconfirmed, Ford could use either Ranger or Ranchero for this truck.
4. Scout Terra (2027)
After years of speculation, Volkswagen Group has finally confirmed a pickup truck launch in the U.S. The Scout Terra is a product of a newly established company, Scout Motors, and is inspired by International Harvester’s Scout series of classic trucks. Its production will take place in Blythewood, South Carolina, starting in 2027.
The Scout Terra will feature a crew cab with a 5 ft. 5 in. bed. It will measure 229.2 in. long, 79.9 in. wide, and 77.7 in. tall, with a 148.6 in. wheelbase. The F-150 Lightning rival will be a dual-motor 4WD model, officially expected to pack up to 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque and hit 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds.
The Scout Terra will be geared for off-road adventures, being built on a body-on-frame chassis, featuring a solid rear axle, mechanical locking differentials at the front and rear, and offering up to one foot of ground clearance. According to official estimates, it will be able to carry a payload of nearly 2,000 lbs. and tow 10,000 lbs. On a full charge, it should cover a distance of up to 350 miles.
When it comes out in 2027, the Terra is expected to be priced from under USD 60,000.
5. Ram midsize pickup truck (2027)
In a fireside chat at the Kepler Cheuvreux Autumn Conference, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa revealed that the company will launch a Ram midsize pickup truck in the U.S. in 2027. A clay model of the upcoming model is ready at the company’s design center in Detroit.
According to a report from MoparInsider.com, Stellantis is developing the Ram midsize pickup truck on a body-on-frame platform and plans to manufacture it at the Toledo North Assembly Plant, with pilot production scheduled to start in March 2027. The company will introduce it as a MY2028 vehicle, possibly with prices starting at around USD 50,000.
Speaking to MotorTrend, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis revealed plans to offer multiple powertrains, and while he did not confirm a fully electric one in the mix, prospects look strong. He also hinted at the potential return of the Dakota nameplate in the U.S. with the upcoming Toyota Tacoma rival, saying it’s a great name.
6. Chevrolet Silverado LFP (2027)
To make the Chevrolet Silverado EV more appealing for fleet operators, GM is working on a new base configuration featuring LFP battery pack, as per a GM Authority report. The LFP battery pack might not be as impressive in range or charging as the NMCA battery packs GM uses across the Chevrolet Silverado EV range at present, but it will offer a significant cost advantage, better thermal stability, and a longer life.
GM plans to launch the new base configuration of the Chevrolet Silverado EV with LFP batteries for the 2027 model year. This means it might be at least half a year before we see it arrive in showrooms.
7. Kia Tasman EV (2027-28)
Christo Valentyn, Head of Marketing, Kia South Africa, told Carbuzz at a media roundtable that the Kia Tasman EV “is coming.” Additionally, Roland Rivero, GM for product at Kia Australia, has confirmed to CarExpert that the Tasman’s body-on-frame platform is compatible with full electrification.
The Tasman pickup truck is being rolled out globally this year with gas and diesel powertrains. While Valentyn or the company didn’t offer additional details, we are fairly certain that Kia’s “emerging market EV pickup,” which was confirmed earlier, would be based on this vehicle.
8. Kia U.S. Truck (2027-28)
At Kia’s 2025 CEO Investor Day, Ho Sung Song, the company’s President and CEO, confirmed the launch of a new electric pickup truck specially designed for North America. The South Korean automaker aims to sell 90,000 units of this model in the long term. While the brand didn’t provide a release date, we’re expecting it at U.S. dealers by 2028, starting at under USD 50,000.
The region is projected to see the fastest growth in EV pickup demand. The company aims for a 7% market share over the mid- to long term, and the electric truck will be positioned for both urban buyers and outdoor lifestyles.
The new electrified pickup truck will offer best-in-class interior space and cargo capacity, as well as enhanced off-road capability and driving performance. To ensure both safety and convenience, it will be equipped with top-notch safety features and an advanced infotainment platform.
Ho Sung Song, President and CEO, Kia (2025 CEO Investor Day on April 9, 2025)
9. New GM EV Truck (2028)
One of the main reasons GM has not yet launched a Chevrolet Colorado EV or a GMC Canyon EV is a packaging issue. The space available in body-on-frame midsize pickup trucks typically isn’t enough to fit enough batteries for a practical range. GM and LG Energy Solution are developing lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells to address this issue.
LMR prismatic battery cells offer 33% higher energy density than LFP cells, without having any serious impact on the cost. GM plans to launch an electric pickup with a range of more than 400 miles using this technology, and during an InsideEVs Plugged-In Podcast (via YouTube), President Mark Reuss hinted it could be a midsize model. The company plans to commercialize the LMR cells in 2028, and we expect that to be the year it launches its first midsize electric pickup.
10. Ford T3 (2028)
Ford announced Project T3 in March 2023 with a 2025 launch, but the truck has been delayed to 2028 likely due to weak EV demand and profitability goals. The company should use the time to integrate lower-cost battery technology and other savings.
Based on the TE1 platform, reserved for electric trucks and SUVs, Ford targets 160,000 units annually, as per a Reuters report. Project T3 will surpass the F-150 Lightning with better aerodynamics, improved bi-directional charging, and a bold design with deployable aero, as revealed by CEO Jim Farley during a conversation with Laycee Schmidtke of YouTube channel Miss GoElectric in April 2022.
A built-in NACS port would ensure access to 17,000+ Tesla Superchargers in North America, expanding charging convenience for future customers. We’re expecting prices to start at around USD 50,000.
11. VinFast VF Wild
Unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show 2024 in Las Vegas, the VinFast VF Wild is a concept previewing an upcoming electric midsize pickup truck from the Vietnamese brand.
On January 9, 2024, VinFast CEO Le Thi Thu Thuy told Automotive News that the final version could be ready to enter production by 2026 at the earliest, but it is unclear if this deadline will be met, and if the U.S. plant, which is delayed to 2028, will produce the vehicle.
Designed by Australian design house Gomotiv, the VinFast VF Wild looks brutish and does justice to its name. TopElectricSUV has seen it in person and expects the production-spec version to be nearly as striking. The interior will likely have more substantial changes, though. It’s too early to talk about specifications, but we think at least one of the configurations will have an EPA-estimated range of 275-300 miles.
A Mechanical Engineer by qualification, I started out as an automotive editor of a regional magazine in 2011. In my 11 years of experience in creating automotive content, I’ve traveled around the world to review, analyze and report on the world’s top electrified cars.
