Ford Three-Row All-Electric SUV Prototype Revealed, Positioned as a "High-Speed Rail-Level" Vehicle
Overseas automotive media "Carscoops" has revealed images of a three-row all-electric SUV prototype that was canceled by Ford. These photos were quietly released on LinkedIn by Ford's Chief Designer, Darrell Fields. A Ford spokesperson confirmed to "TheDrive" that this is the "three-row all-electric SUV we canceled in 2024." The spokesperson also stated that the model has now been converted into a research and development test vehicle to provide technical reference for Ford's next-generation all-electric models, and its significant design influence will be seen in future Ford all-electric vehicles.
This model is clearly a research and development prototype, with an exterior style that differs significantly from Ford's existing product line. It adopts an extreme aerodynamic design, with a rounded front, a very large windshield angle, and a long, sloping roof.
Designers have also created a streamlined body for it, paired with minimalist door handles. The design style is similar to the Ford Mustang Mach-E, and it is also equipped with aerodynamically optimized wheels. The rear shape is nearly vertical, and the overall combination is quite similar to the Li Auto MEGA created by Chinese new energy vehicle companies.
Ford once positioned this seven-seater as a "high-speed rail-level" vehicle, with an all-electric range of over 350 miles (563 kilometers). When the battery is low, DC fast charging can add 100 miles of range in just 6 minutes. They even planned a range-extending version with a range of up to 550 miles (885 kilometers).
Of course, these plans ultimately failed to materialize, and Ford has significantly reduced its all-electric vehicle layout. However, it is still developing multiple affordable all-electric models, including a pickup truck priced at $30,000.