# Powerful Utilitarian Electric SUVs The Munro MK_1 SUV Achieves 376-Horsepower By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/munro-mk1 References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/munro-mk_1-electric-suv/) & [munro-ev](https://www.munro-ev.com)  The Munro MK_1 electric SUV is an upcoming vehicle from the EV startup brand focused on delivering exceptional power and performance for drivers to enjoy. The vehicle was developed over the course of four-years and is posited as the world's most capable [4x4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-bz-woodland) to keep drivers supported no matter the terrain at hand. The SUV boasts an electric motor powered by an 80kWh battery that produces [376-horsepower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-9-gt), 516lb-ft of torque, which combine to offer up to 170-miles of range per charge. The vehicle is rated to go from 15% to 80% in just 36-minutes with a total recharge time taking just three-hours. The Munro MK_1 electric SUV is priced at $60,900 and features a 2,200-pound payload with 7,700-pounds of towing capacity. The SUV features space for five, alongside gear, and is set to be built outside of Glasgow, Scotland starting in 2023. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric Off-road Suvs:** Developing powerful electric SUVs with exceptional off-road capabilities for adventure seekers and eco-conscious drivers presents a disruptive opportunity. - **High-performance EV Batteries:** Investing in improving EV battery technology to optimize performance and range can disrupt the automotive industry and appeal to consumers' preferences for sustainable vehicles with superior performance. - **Rapid Charging Infrastructure:** Developing innovative, easy-to-use, and widely available charging infrastructure can disrupt the EV market by eliminating range anxiety and increasing drivers' confidence in electric vehicles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** Investing in R&D to produce electric vehicles with greater power, range, and capabilities can establish a competitive edge and disrupt the traditional automotive industry. - **Renewable Energy Solutions:** Producing sustainable energy solutions, including EV charging stations powered by renewable energy, can provide a viable business opportunity, disrupt traditional energy markets and provide more sustainable energy solutions. - **Adventure Tourism:** Marketing electric off-road SUVs as an ideal transportation option for adventure enthusiasts and wildlife tourism providers can revolutionize the tourism industry while reducing carbon footprint and environmental damage caused by traditional off-road vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance-Focused Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-m60.md) - [Fully Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rivian-r1s.md) - [American-Made Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mullen-five.md) - [Electric Off-Road SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-jeep-recon-suv.md) - [High-Power Off-Road SUV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeep-wrangler-magneto-20.md) - [Off-Road Utility Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-motor-superrex.md) - [Efficient Long-Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vauxhall-mokka-electric-long-range.md) - [Rugged Rescue Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-rescue-vehicle.md) - [Beastly Luxury Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-q4-55-etron.md)