Volkswagen’s revived Scout brand revealed its first outdoorsy EVs — see the new Rivian competitors

In addition to the expected all-electric versions of the rugged cars, Scout announced extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) configurations. EREVs are a newer plug-in hybrid technology that uses a smaller internal combustion engine to recharge the battery and increase range.

Scout’s addition of a plug-in hybrid option comes as green-car shoppers flock to these more accessible electric options.

The fully electric versions of Scout’s new vehicles are expected to deliver about 350 miles of range on a full charge, the company said. The EREVs, however, will deliver more than 500 miles of range with the help of a gas-powered generator.

Those price points make Scouts quite a bit more affordable than other electric SUVs on the market today. Affordability is a key issue for electric cars entering the market right now, as wealthy early adopters have fled the segment.

The Rivians are more expensive, with the R1T pickup truck starting at $71,700 and the R1S SUV starting at $75,900.

On capability, Rivian’s R1T delivers 11,000 pounds of towing capacity, potentially edging out Scout’s Terra estimated towing capacity of more than 10,000 pounds.

R1S and Traveler are tied at over 7,000 pounds of towing capacity.