International Midsize BEV Pick Up Specs vs Slate Truck Specs

[Mac-Tyson]

Not direct competition since they won’t be sold here but still fun to compare.

Slate Truck​

Battery: 52.7/84.3 kWh Range: 150/240 miles EPA

Slate Truck Price: Mid-20K USD

Slate Truck​

Drivetrain: Single Motor RWD, Power: 201 hp (150 kW), Torque 195 lb-ft

Slate Truck​

Payload: 1,433 lbs Towing: 1,000 lbs

 

[Luxrage]

One thing that I always think about seeing a lot of these new pickups (and other things) is that it's nice that Slate is sticking to the 'traditional' front end look with the round headlights. Seems like everyone is going with gun-slit LEDs these days.
The base model LandCruiser does a good job with the look too:

 

[beatle]

The Slate definitely has a more appealing look IMO, but they are surely trading aero for that "friendly brick" style.

I'd be interested to see what the cD, frontal area, and total drag are for these trucks. The Slate likely claws back the total drag crown by having a smaller frontal area even though it's less aerodynamic.

 

[ScooterAsheville]

When comparing overseas competition, remember in many (not all) cases it is engineered to reduced safety and environmental standards and expectations. And of course, different road conditions.

 

[Driven5]

When comparing overseas competition, remember in many (not all) cases it is engineered to reduced safety and environmental standards and expectations. And of course, different road conditions.

Similarly, international tow ratings are also not directly comparable with US tow ratings.