My point isn’t about towing per se, but what the towing capacity tells you about the power output of the motor - which is relevant to 4x4 activities. You aren’t going to be pushing through mud or soft sand in this thing, the motor will stall out.
The motor is 200hp. If they introduce a 4wd model, most likely it will be a dual motor, effectively doubling the power. Even with a single motor, its more power than even a 1990 Toyota 4x4 with a v6.
Its not just about power that effects towing capacity, but the frame strength, suspension, the brake system, power train (transmission and axles), etc. The thing that hurts the towing capacity for the slate is that being an EV, its already carrying an additional 1,000 lbs from the battery.
Towing capability is decided by frame and braking capacity far more than engine power. A Toyota Yaris is more than capable of pulling a boat at highway speeds, but it’s too small and it’s brakes are too weak to control it.
I’m not looking for a thing for towing. Nobody is looking at this thing thinking they’re going to be towing a boat to the lake twice a year.
I’m looking for a small pickup that’s useful in the winter and mild off-pavement capabilities.
Shit, FWD might even work.
No, of course, you were talking about 4x4.
My point isn’t about towing per se, but what the towing capacity tells you about the power output of the motor - which is relevant to 4x4 activities. You aren’t going to be pushing through mud or soft sand in this thing, the motor will stall out.
The motor is 200hp. If they introduce a 4wd model, most likely it will be a dual motor, effectively doubling the power. Even with a single motor, its more power than even a 1990 Toyota 4x4 with a v6.
Its not just about power that effects towing capacity, but the frame strength, suspension, the brake system, power train (transmission and axles), etc. The thing that hurts the towing capacity for the slate is that being an EV, its already carrying an additional 1,000 lbs from the battery.
Towing capability is decided by frame and braking capacity far more than engine power. A Toyota Yaris is more than capable of pulling a boat at highway speeds, but it’s too small and it’s brakes are too weak to control it.