ford excursion could return as an extended range electric giant, Generative rendering created by AutoGuide StaffGenerative rendering created by AutoGuide StaffFew vehicles in automotive history cast a shadow quite as long-or as wide-as the Ford Excursion.Sold between the 2000 and 2005 model years, the Super Duty-derived SUV offered seating for up to nine passengers, massive cargo space, and serious towing capability. In the end, much like the Hummer before it, a combination of skyrocketing gas prices and fierce environmental pushback brought the Excursion's run to an early close.AdvertisementAdvertisementYet decades after its cancellation, clean used examples still fetch top dollar on the secondary market simply because nothing on sale today quite matches up. Now, a new report from Automotive News suggests the Blue Oval might be quietly laying the groundwork for its spiritual successor.Granted, this is the same report that alleges Ford is building both a Bronco pickup and a Lincoln version based on the same platform. A report that Ford was quick to call inaccurate in comments to AutoGuide last week.UPDATED: Ford Plans Bronco Pickup So You Don't Have To Buy A JeepUPDATED: Ford Plans Bronco Pickup So You Don't Have To Buy A Jeep[UPDATE: August 21, 2026] Representatives from Ford's communications team reached out to AutoGuide with a statement: "Ford is not going to comment on future product speculation, much of which is inaccurate. What we can say is Ford is focused on delivering a massive product renewal that will refresh 80% of our North American portfolio by volume by 2029. This includes the all-new Ford Fathom midsize pickup on the new Universal Electric Vehicle platform, alongside the next-generation F-150 and F-Series Super Duty."The rumor mill surrounding the Ford Bronco family is spinning.Back in 2021, Ford allegedly scrapped early development of a pickup version of the Bronco to prioritize overwhelming demand for the traditional two- and four-door SUVs.Fast-forward to the late 2020s, and shifting product strategies have put a Bronco pickup back on the table. An Automotive News report indicates that a truck wearing the Bronco badge could arrive before the end of the decade. This comes hot on the heels of rumors that a four-door Mustang sedan is incoming, indicating Ford is working to turn its most popular models into subbrands.Exactly how Ford structures the Bronco lineup and manages the relationship with its other pickup trucks, however, remains a puzzle.Michael AccardiMichael Accardiford excursion could return as an extended range electric giant, Generative rendering created by AutoGuide StaffGenerative rendering created by AutoGuide StaffAdvertisementAdvertisementAn all-new, full-size SUV featuring an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) powertrain is slated to enter production at the brand-new Tennessee Truck Plant around 2029. Projections indicate this new model will stretch significantly longer and wider than the current long-wheelbase Ford Expedition MAX.Looking at what's happened to the EV truck segment over the last 12 months-GM has halted development of the next-gen EV half-ton trucks, Ford cancelled the F-150 Lightning while announcing it would return also as an EREV, and Ram abandoned plans to put an EV truck into production at the 11th hour-Ford's pivot toward EREV architecture makes sense. It finds a pragmatic balance between traditional combustion engines and pure battery-electric power, particularly for heavy-duty applications.Report: Ford Super Duty Extended Range EV On Deck For 2027Report: Ford Super Duty Extended Range EV On Deck For 2027Ford is preparing to introduce extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) as a way to electrify future SUVs and pickups, including the Super Duty family. EREVs use an electric powertrain with a battery and electric motors but also include a gasoline engine that functions solely as a generator to recharge the battery. Unlike traditional hybrids, the combustion engine does not drive the wheels directly-like the Chevrolet Volt.Michael AccardiMichael AccardiAdvertisementAdvertisementUnlike a standard plug-in hybrid where a gas engine directly turns the drive wheels, an EREV uses electric motors for primary propulsion, while a smaller onboard gasoline engine acts exclusively as a generator to recharge the battery on the fly.For a vehicle as massive as an Excursion reboot, the benefits of this setup are compelling. Commuters can run short daily errands purely on home-charged electric energy, but when hooking up a heavy trailer, drivers don't have to worry about the severe battery drain that plagues pure electric pickups. The gas generator kicks in to extend driving range without requiring frequent stops at charging stations. On that note, long-distance trips can be completed using standard gas station infrastructure rather than relying on sparse fast-charging networks, with fillups happening in mere minutes, like a traditional combustion vehicle.ford excursion could return as an extended range electric giantIt remains unconfirmed whether Ford will actually revive the "Excursion" name. Despite enthusiast excitement, the badge could still carry some controversial baggage from a branding standpoint.During its original production run, the Excursion's reputation was polarizing, often pointed to as the poster child for suburban excess and fuel inefficiency. Returning to that specific moniker-even on an ultra-efficient EREV platform-could reignite old headaches. Carspreading‚-vehicle footprint and weight-is this era's new fight, with larger vehicles increasingly coming under fire for the risks they pose to other people and property in the event of a crash.AdvertisementAdvertisementWhether this upcoming large-format SUV arrives wearing an Excursion badge or takes on an entirely new nameplate, the vehicle itself addresses a clear market demand: maximum cabin space and heavy towing capability without the range anxiety of a pure BEV.Become an AutoGuide insider. Get the latest from the automotive world first by subscribing to our newsletterhere.