2026 Scout Traveler Charging Cost Calculator

The Scout Traveler is a rugged electric SUV that pays homage to the original Scout, combining classic American off-road heritage with modern EV technology.

MSRP

$49,500

$42,000 after credit

EPA Range

340 mi

100 kWh battery

Annual Charging

$622

$0.05/mile

Annual Savings

$934

vs gas car

Calculate Your Scout Traveler Charging Cost

Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.

Monthly Charging

$51.84

Annual Charging

$622

Cost Per Mile

$0.052

Annual Savings

$933

Scout Traveler vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost

Scout Traveler (Electric)$622/year
$622
Gas Car (27 MPG)$1,556/year
$1,556

Annual Savings

$933

5-Year Savings

$4,667

MPG Equivalent

104 MPGe

Efficiency Gain

3.9x

Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.

Scout Traveler Charging Options

Level 1 (120V)

71h

Standard outlet, full charge

4 miles/hour added

~1.4 kW charging power

Cost: $16.00 per full charge

Level 2 (240V)

12h

Home charger, full charge

24 miles/hour added

~7.7 kW charging power

Cost: $16.00 per full charge

Recommended for home use

DC Fast (200 kW)

30min

10% to 80% charge

10.3 miles/minute added

CCS connector

Cost: ~$40.00 per full charge

Scout Traveler Tax Credits & Incentives

Federal EV Tax Credit

The Scout Traveler qualifies for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, reducing the effective price from $49,500 to $42,000.

MSRP

$49,500

Tax Credit

-$7,500

Effective Price

$42,000

Home Charger ROI for Scout Traveler

Level 2 Charger + Installation$1,200
Federal Charger Tax Credit (30%)-$360
Net Charger Cost$840
Monthly Fuel Savings$78/mo
Charger Payback16 months

Why Home Charging?

  • 60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
  • Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
  • Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
  • Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging

2026 Scout Traveler Specifications

CategoryRugged SUV
MSRP$49,500
EPA Range340 miles
Battery100 kWh
Efficiency32.4 kWh/100 mi
MPGe104 MPGe
DrivetrainAWD
0-60 mph5.3 sec
Seats5
Cargo38 cu ft
Charging PortCCS
DC Fast Charge Rate200 kW

Key Features

Heritage designBody-on-frameAmerican-built

Scout Traveler vs Competitors

VehicleRangeMSRPEfficiencyAnnual Cost
Scout Traveler340 mi$49,50032.4 kWh$622
Jeep Recon EV300 mi$54,99536.7 kWh$705
Rivian R2300 mi$45,00027.5 kWh$528
Ford Mustang Mach-E312 mi$42,99532.1 kWh$616

How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Scout Traveler?

The 2026 Scout Traveler is a rugged suv with a 100 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 340 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $16.00. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $622.

Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Scout Traveler saves $933 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $4,667 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 104 MPGe, the Scout Traveler is approximately 3.9x more efficient than the average gas car.

Most Scout Traveler owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 12 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Scout Traveler supports DC fast charging at up to 200 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 10.3 miles of range per minute of charging.

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