Pricing Revealed! Slate Truck and SUV Hands-On Preview

Want to know what the highly anticipated Slate Truck will actually cost? We get a hands-on preview of this wild new electric truck to see if it’s worth the hype! More Edmunds First Look/First Drive Videos – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsSQoIGhBLpTYYZtQRbxl2NjIl-gRhXCN Appraisal Tool – https://www.edmunds.com/appraisal/?utm_campaign=video_description&utm_source=youtube Car Listings – https://www.edmunds.com/new-cars-for-sale/?utm_campaign=video_description&utm_source=youtube Ratings and Reviews – https://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/?utm_campaign=video_description&utm_source=youtube 00:00 Intro 00:37 On the Road Driving + Q&A 03:00 Exterior & Build Quality 04:41 Interior 06:33 SUV & Customization 08:00 Updated Numbers 08:51 Edmunds' Take We finally got a chance to check out the highly anticipated 2027 Slate Truck and 2027 Slate SUV in person at the startup's design studio in Los Angeles, and the biggest news is the pricing. This little EV is turning heads with an official Slate truck price starting at just $24,950 before destination. That is a massive disruptor for the affordable electric truck market, but what do you actually get for your money? The base Slate electric pickup truck is as stripped-down as it gets, featuring standard crank windows, a tiny 4.3-inch gauge cluster, and no built-in infotainment screen — just a phone holder for navigation. But customization is where this vehicle shines. You can choose unique color accents, vinyl seat covers, or even configure it as a full Slate SUV with a bed cap, rear seats, and even airbags tucked in the roll bar. The composite body panels are lightweight and easily replaceable, too, making it a rugged daily driver. When it comes to performance, the single-motor RWD setup delivers 181 horsepower and feels surprisingly punchy and nimble on the road, without the body-on-frame harshness that comes with many larger trucks. However, the specs might require some compromise. Packed with a 64-kWh battery pack, the estimated Slate Truck range sits around 205 miles, and it tops out at a peak charge rate of 120 kW. Payload is rated at 1,550 pounds, while towing capacity maxes out at 2,000 pounds. Our final verdict? The Slate might be basic, but its immense charm, crazy customization options, and ultra-affordable price tag make it a genuine contender. It's hard not to root for this one. If this kind of video is helpful to you and you want to support us in making more work like this in the future, hitting the like, subscribe, and notification bell buttons goes a long way. Disclaimer: This video's description was generated with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy by the Edmunds editorial team. The video itself was created entirely without the use of generative AI. https://www.instagram.com/edmundscars https://www.facebook.com/edmunds https://www.tiktok.com/@edmunds https://twitter.com/edmunds https://www.reddit.com/user/edmundscars #SlateTruck #SlateSUV #Edmunds