The electric pickup truck revolution has arrived, and it’s shaping up to be one wildly voltaic rodeo. From nuclear family haulers like Ford’s F-150 Lightning to extreme off-road beasts that make military tanks seem vegan-friendly, the upcoming EV truck lineup is as varied as people’s preferences.
Here are Top 15 Electric Pickups
1. Ford F-150 Lightning
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Ford’s F-150 Lightning isn’t just electrifying their iconic pickup – it’s striking terror into the hearts of gas guzzlers everywhere. With up to 775 lb-ft of vegan torque, this emissions-free rebel will tow your Toyota to therapy. Rocking a frunk big enough for your entire Nikola Tesla merch collection and enough juice to power Woodstock, the Lightning ranges up to 320 miles before calling it quits. The price of eco-awesomeness? $60k-$100k, which still beats purchasing a small coal plant.
2. Rivian R1T
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An American startup called Rivian ripped the lid off the R1T. It’s a starship-grade quad-motor beast packing up to 824 hp and a silly 908 lb-ft of torque.
Got a streak of Marty McFly in you? The R1T will blow your taxpayer-subsidized hatchback into a quarry with its 0-60 mph sprint. Yet it remains sensible with up to 410 miles of range and a frunk/gear tunnel combo that could swallow a tiny home.
The price tag sits pretty at $69,900 to start, which is still cheaper than Elon Musk’s deposit on the moon. Whether the R1T can outrun impending startup doom is another question, but for now, it’s an ultra-violent thrust into the EV pickup realm.
3. Tesla Cybertruck
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If an alien race landed and asked “Take me to your pickup truck,” the only logical answer would be Tesla’s Cybertruck. This brutal slabandroidica made its debut in 2019 and has been duking it out with production delays ever since.
With up to 845 hp and a ludicrous 0-60 mph time of 2.6 seconds, the tri-motor Cybertruck will plant your grill in the wall faster than a Looney Tunes coyote. The colossal crumple-proof body can likely withstand a meteor strike.
Priced $79,990-$99,990, the Cybertruck is the Terminator of electric trucks – an unstoppable force that’ll be back…eventually. Maybe invest in Musk’s rookie explosive ventilator company while you wait.
4. Hummer EV
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When GMC decided to resuscitate the Hummer as an electric truck, they didn’t just go big – they went full-on cosmic. This pasteurized war machine weighs over 9,000 lbs, making it the Incredible Hulk of the electric pickup world.
The Hummer EV packs up to 983 hp and a stonking 11,500 lb-ft of torque from its tri-motor powertrain. It’ll also crab walk diagonally like a drunken ball player to avoid those parking lot dings. With a range of up to 381 miles and a price tag starting at $96,550 for the EV2X model, this Brobdingnagian brute is the perfect accessory for your closet prepper bunker. Just don’t expect Prius-driving pacifists to let you merge.
The First Edition models are already sold out to eager mobility billionaires. But for the rest of us, GM is currently taking pre-orders – collect enough bottle deposits and you too could join the electric heavy artillery.
5. Chevrolet Silverado EV
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Just when you thought GM was done smashing the gasoline establishment, they dropped another voltage bomb – the Silverado EV. This isn’t just a hand-me-down Hummer remake though; it’s a ground-up reinvention of their iconic pickup on the same muscly architecture.
From the get-go, buyers can choose between the baller $105,000 RST First Edition with 664 hp, or the far tamer $39,900 “Work Truck” model for the rest of us broke ranch hands. Both versions pack a stout 600-lb-ft torque wallop and enough towing to relocate the Alamo.
The real genius lies in that Swiss army truck bed, extending from 5 to nearly 10 feet for all your Pez dispenser hauling needs.
6. GMC Sierra EV
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This steroidal beast shares its Ultrium platform with the Hummer EV, translating to 744 hyped-up electric horses stampeding under the hood.
Slated to arrive in early 2024, the launch of Denali Edition 1 pretty much checks every box including excess. It’ll roam up to 400 miles per charge, refuel 100 miles in just 10 minutes, and potentially power your home through a nuclear winter thanks to its 10.2kW power outlet.
As if that’s not swaggerific enough, the Sierra can also “crab walk” diagonally using rear-wheel steering for unmatched parking dominance. The only downside? Having to drop $107,000 upfront for this level of absurdity when lesser trims are inevitably coming.
But hey, such is the price of EV one-upmanship these days. If you want brapping V8 sounds though, you’re fresh out of luck with this crystalline monolith of a truck.
7. RAM 1500 REV
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When Ram decided to electrify their signature 1500 pickup, they didn’t just give it a light reVamp – they rammed a jolt of adrenaline straight through its chassis. Meet the 1500 Revolution Electric Vehicle, or “REV” for short.
This delta-winged bruiser will be available with either a 168kWh battery for up to 350 miles of range, or a ludicrous 229kWh pack promising 500 emission-free miles. Either way, you can pretty much tow the entire tailgating scene from Nashville to Bakersfield without running dry.
Performance won’t be lacking either, with 645 hp and 620 lb-ft of torque enabling a race-ready 0-60 mph sprint of 4.4 seconds. Just make sure to secure your Bud Lights first, unless you want them foaming a Mentos explosion all over the cab.
Other party tricks include 6,350 lbs of towing capacity, the ability to charge your drained electric monster truck, and wading depth fit for the Pacific Northwest hipster scene.
8. Alpha Wolf
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Alpha Wolf from the eponymous California startup is ready to battle the big dogs. Under the hood, Alpha claims the Wolf will sprint to 60 mph in a reasonably brisk 6.2 seconds thanks to its dual motor setup. A 75kWh battery provides an estimated 250-mile range for those daring to venture beyond Starbucks’ range.
The real shocker? Alpha is targeting an affordable $36,000 starting price for their apex predator. Of course, they’ll need to wrestle with supply chain shortages and startup gremlins first. But if they succeed, this Wolf could’ve just become the leader of the affordable EV truck pack.
9. Atlis XT
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This Arizona-born behemoth first landed on Earth in 2019. The specs read like myth – up to 500 miles of range, 0-60 mph in 5 seconds flat, 15-minute lightning charge times, and enough motorized grunt (12,000 lb-ft!) to tow a small planet into the next dimension. Atlis even promises a one-million mile lifespan, ensuring this XT will remain spry until the sun goes supernova.
With pricing from $45,000 for a modest 300-mile variant, to $69,000 for the top 500-mile version, the Atlis XT is either the EV pickup messiah or an extraordinarily elaborate hoax. We’ll potentially find out when (or if) customer deliveries someday commence.
10. Edison Future EF1-T
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In the increasingly crowded arena of electric truck startups, one contender is quite literally trying to harness the sun’s power. Meet the Edison Future EF1-T – a solar-supplemented pickup.
Unveiled at the 2021 LA Auto Show, this eco-conscious hauler rocks integrated solar panels on the roof and an optional solar tonneau cover to maximize rays. In theory, you could trickle charge the battery while parked or cruising, extending the projected 300-450 mile range.
The big question is whether these solar gimmicks will sufficiently offset range anxiety in cloudy realms like Seattle. There’s also no word yet on pricing or availability as Edison Future tries to rise from automotive startup purgatory.
11. Canoo Pickup
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Just when you thought pickup truck design couldn’t get any more unique, along comes the Canoo Pickup looking like a VW Microbus auctioned off at a modern art gallery. This California-born hauler takes quirkiness to a new level.
Beyond the avant-garde body lines, it packs some legitimately clever tricks. The front cargo box doubles as a mobile workstation, complete with power outlets and fold-down tables for your favorite growler of hipster kombucha. The expandable 6-foot bed can swallow gear like a tiny home’s closet.
Under that wacky sheet metal, Canoo promises up to 600 hp, 200 miles of range, and nearly 1,000 lbs of payload from the dual-motor variant. Pricing and availability are still trapped in startup limbo, but reservations are currently being taken for this rolling oddity. At least it’s an EV truck you won’t confuse with every other drone on the highway.
12. Lordstown Endurance
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This Ohio-bred work truck finally entered production in late 2022 after years of delays and financial purgatory. Powered by dual-motor hub units and a 109kWh battery, the no-frills Endurance promises a workable 250+ mile range for those sick of truck stop shakedowns. But just as Lordstown hit their delivery targets, the company filed for bankruptcy amidst explosive litigation with their rich parent Foxconn. Now the assets and rights to the Endurance are reportedly up for grabs to any eccentric billionaire willing to adopt this metaphorical EV truck orphan.
13. Volkswagen Scout EV
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purchase of Navistar in 2021 comprised the rights to the Scout name, which was previously used by International Harvester’s predecessor. This acquisition by VW will help introduce an entirely new range of electric SUVs and pickups.
Scheduled for release in 2026, the pickup exudes ruggedness, boasting an off-road design characterized by its boxy body style, four-door crew cab, and a short bed. The anticipated power of the Scout EV hovers around 300 horsepower, offering an impressive range of approximately 400 miles. Priced at an estimated $40,000, the Scout EV aims to tap into the burgeoning demand for electric vehicles, promising a blend of performance and sustainability that resonates with modern buyers.
14. 2025 Isuzu D-MAX EV Pickup
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Isuzu steps into the battery electric vehicle (BEV) market with the release of the D-MAX pickup truck for the year 2025. Coming with a full-time 4WD system with newly developed e-Axle technology, Isuzu gives you a guarantee of the D-MAX EV’s robust performance on difficult terrains and its smooth and quick acceleration.
The incorporation of its impressive towing capacity due to its strong electric motors and robust frame and body design is augmented with a freshly redesigned front-end. Incorporating modern bumper, grille, headlights, and blue accents, the 2025 Isuzu D-MAX EV pickup instantly reveals its electric identity but the shape remains familiar to the ICE version.
Under the bonnet, the D-MAX EV accommodates a 66.9 kW battery pack with two electric motors having a combined power output of 174.33bhp and 325 Nm of torque. Able to accelerate to 130 kmph, it offers a maximum payload of 1000 kg and a towing capacity of 3.5 tons.
15. Toyota Hilux
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The Toyota Hilux spanning over 50 years has been a dependable working horse and has gathered a reputation for its ruggedness, sometimes being viewed as capable of dealing with an apocalypse. As its competitor, the Ford F150, is transitioning to the all-electric model, Toyota had to enter the electric vehicle category with the Hilux.
According to recent Reuters report, Toyota is to launch full-electric Hilux in 2025. It will look almost the same as the conventional diesel truck but will also have stick-out styling features such as the closed nose and the blue accents which will set it apart from the diesel truck.
Conclusion
The fact that electric pickups are here already indicates a massive transformation of the automotive industry. There is a diverse range of contenders, from the well-established leaders to the risk-takers, all trying to reinvent the American workhorse. Whether you are into the extreme performance, large-capacity hauling or just want to minimize the carbon footprint, EV truck will be there to feed your hunger. As this voltaic stampede thunders into dealerships, one thing is certain: this iconic vehicle will never be the same. Forget fossil fuels – let’s move on to electric revolution.
FAQs
Q1: What is the expected price range for these upcoming electric pickup trucks?
A: The prices vary widely, from around $40,000 for models like the Alpha Wolf up to over $100,000 for premium versions like the GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1. Many are targeting the $60,000-$80,000 range.
Q2: What are the expected ranges for these electric pickup trucks?
A: Ranges vary from around 250 miles on a charge for base models up to 400-500 miles for trucks with the largest battery packs like the Rivian R1T and Ram 1500 REV.
Q3: Which electric trucks are designed more for off-road capability?
A: Models like the Rivian R1T, Hummer EV, GMC Sierra EV, and Volkswagen Scout EV are being marketed as hardcore off-road electric trucks.
Q4: Are any more affordable electric truck options coming?
A: Startup companies like Alpha Wolf ($36k target) and Canoo are aiming for more mass-market pricing with their electric truck offerings.
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