Ford Reportedly Plans Low-Cost Hybrid SUV to Take On Slate

Ford may be preparing a new hybrid SUV that would undercut Slate on price, according to a report from CarBuzz. The vehicle would slot below Ford’s current electrified lineup, signaling a push into the affordable end of the hybrid market.

A lower-priced hybrid SUV would give Ford a direct answer to Slate, which has built its identity around budget-friendly electric vehicles. Ford has not confirmed the model, and no timeline or specifications were included in the report.

If the plan moves forward, it would mark another step in Ford’s strategy of using hybrid powertrains to reach cost-conscious buyers while fully electric models remain at higher price points.