STLA Frame Offers Best-in-Class 690-Mile Electrified Range or 500-Mile BEV Range, Towing and Payload By Investing.com

Stellantis Launches Third All-New, Multi-energy Platform:   STLA Frame Offers Best-in-Class 690-Mile Electrified Range or 500-Mile BEV Range, Towing and Payload

• Designed for full-size, body-on-frame trucks and SUVs, STLA Frame is versatile: supports internal combustion, hybrid, hydrogen, battery electric (BEV) and range-extender electric vehicle (REEV) technologies
• The scalable STLA Frame is targeted to deliver best-in-class capabilities, including up to 690 mile/1,100 km of range with REEV and 500 mile/800km with BEV, 2,700-pound payload and 14,000-pound towing capacity
• Dual electric drive modules (EDMs) deliver standard all-wheel drive capability with smooth, independent suspension
• Engineered with high flexibility, STLA Frame features 400-volt and 800-volt EV architectures and offers DC fast charging up to 350 kW, adding 100 miles in just 10 minutes
• Ram and Jeep ® brand vehicles are the first to use STLA Frame

AMSTERDAM, November 19, 2024 “ Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:) today unveiled the STLA Frame platform, a BEV-native, multi-energy platform engineered for full-size body-on-frame pickup trucks and SUVs “ a critical segment in North America and select global markets.

Full-size truck and SUV owners demand uncompromised power and durability and prioritize capability, practicality and performance. STLA Frame platform is designed to deliver class-leading range of up to 690 miles/1,100 km with the REEV and 500 miles/800 km in BEV, a maximum towing capacity of 14,000 pounds (6,350 kg) and a payload rating of 2,700 pounds (1,224 kg). Additionally, the platform supports water fording up to 24 inches (610 mm), making it ready for challenging environments and diverse use cases.

Intended to underpin Stellantis full-size pickup trucks, light commercial vehicles and SUVs, STLA Frame vehicles will initially be offered with an innovative propulsion lineup, including a full BEV system and a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) configuration. STLA Frame can also accommodate internal combustion, hybrid and hydrogen propulsion systems in the future.

The REEV system, which combines a battery, front and rear electric drive modules (EDMs), on-board generator and internal combustion engine, allows drivers to haul or tow heavy loads over extended distance without sacrificing range. With no direct mechanical path from the engine to the wheels, the generator powers the EDMs to propel the vehicle and recharges the battery as needed, ensuring extended range under load…