If the Rivian R1S isn’t your cup of tea and the Mercedes EQG has been waiting too long, could this brick-shaped electric off-roader tickle your fancy? Founded in 2019, Scotland-based Munro Vehicles presents the uninterestingly named ‘Mk_1’, which it already touts as ‘the most capable all-electric 4×4 in the world’. If the square design sounds familiar, you’re not alone as it reminds us of the Bollinger B1, another electric vehicle designed to tackle rough terrain.
The all-purpose electric machine was developed with a choice of two powertrains, one delivering 295 horsepower (220 kilowatts) and the other 375 hp (280 kW). Customers can choose between a 61 kWh battery or a larger 82 kWh pack, with a maximum range of 190 miles (306 kilometers). Munro says the Mk_1 can tackle an off-road course for up to 16 hours on a single charge.
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It supports 100 kW DC charging, in which case owners can recharge the battery from 15 to 80 percent in 36 minutes. If the battery is powered by a 22kW AC source, it will take about three hours to go from 15% to 100%. After eight years of use and 100,000 miles (nearly 161,000 kilometers), the battery should still retain about 80% of its original energy capacity.
Munro mentions that the instant torque of 700 Newton meters (516 lb-ft) is available up to 50 mph (80 km/h) and gives the Mk_1 a maximum payload of 1,000 kilograms (2,204 lb) as well as a 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) towing capacity. Opt for the more powerful “Performance” version and it will do 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 4.9 seconds. Since the vehicle is designed to prioritize torque, the top speed is only 80 mph (129 km/h).
With a body-on-frame chassis, standard central locking differential, optional front and rear locking differentials and a two-speed transfer case, the Mk_1 is a true off-roader. It has a generous ground clearance of 480 millimeters (19 in) and can wade through water to a depth of 800 mm (31.5 in). Munro mentions approach and departure angles of 84 and 51 degrees as well as a ramp angle of 148 degrees.
It uses a lighter, more compact axial-flow electric motor mounted between the two front-seat occupants to provide the go-anywhere electric vehicle with a near-ideal 50:50 weight distribution. The Mk_1 has a galvanized steel ladder frame with 5mm thick steel and has enough space to accommodate a Euro pallet in the loading area.
Munro is asking £49,995 (excluding VAT) for the Utility model in a five-door version with five seats and a 130-inch wheelbase. This equates to approximately $61,000 or €58,200 at current exchange rates. The Mk_1 is handcrafted and will be delivered to the first customers in 2023.
If the Rivian R1S isn’t your cup of tea and the Mercedes EQG has been waiting too long, could this brick-shaped electric off-roader tickle your fancy? Founded in 2019, Scotland-based Munro Vehicles presents the uninterestingly named ‘Mk_1’, which it already touts as ‘the most capable all-electric 4×4 in the world’. If the square design sounds familiar, you’re not alone as it reminds us of the Bollinger B1, another electric vehicle designed to tackle rough terrain.
The all-purpose electric machine was developed with a choice of two powertrains, one delivering 295 horsepower (220 kilowatts) and the other 375 hp (280 kW). Customers can choose between a 61 kWh battery or a larger 82 kWh pack, with a maximum range of 190 miles (306 kilometers). Munro says the Mk_1 can tackle an off-road course for up to 16 hours on a single charge.
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It supports 100 kW DC charging, in which case owners can recharge the battery from 15 to 80 percent in 36 minutes. If the battery is powered by a 22kW AC source, it will take about three hours to go from 15% to 100%. After eight years of use and 100,000 miles (nearly 161,000 kilometers), the battery should still retain about 80% of its original energy capacity.
Munro mentions that the instant torque of 700 Newton meters (516 lb-ft) is available up to 50 mph (80 km/h) and gives the Mk_1 a maximum payload of 1,000 kilograms (2,204 lb) as well as a 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) towing capacity. Opt for the more powerful “Performance” version and it will do 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 4.9 seconds. Since the vehicle is designed to prioritize torque, the top speed is only 80 mph (129 km/h).
With a body-on-frame chassis, standard central locking differential, optional front and rear locking differentials and a two-speed transfer case, the Mk_1 is a true off-roader. It has a generous ground clearance of 480 millimeters (19 in) and can wade through water to a depth of 800 mm (31.5 in). Munro mentions approach and departure angles of 84 and 51 degrees as well as a ramp angle of 148 degrees.
It uses a lighter, more compact axial-flow electric motor mounted between the two front-seat occupants to provide the go-anywhere electric vehicle with a near-ideal 50:50 weight distribution. The Mk_1 has a galvanized steel ladder frame with 5mm thick steel and has enough space to accommodate a Euro pallet in the loading area.
Munro is asking £49,995 (excluding VAT) for the Utility model in a five-door version with five seats and a 130-inch wheelbase. This equates to approximately $61,000 or €58,200 at current exchange rates. The Mk_1 is handcrafted and will be delivered to the first customers in 2023.
