Fisker has set its sights on developing the most emotional and sustainable electric vehicle. In pursuit of this emissions-free goal, Fisker has debuted its Fisker Alaska double cab bakkie. Here is what it is all about.
“It doesn’t fit into any current segment, as it combines features of a mid-size pickup with the capabilities of a full-size thanks to its innovative expandable bed design.” – Chairman and CEO Henrik Fisker
The Fisker Alaska Super, with its “smaller carbon footprint” aspirations, has a significant form factor rivalling the likes of the Ford Ranger Raptor. Fisker claims its electric double-cab measures roughly 5,3 metres in length and possesses a maximum load bed length of roughly 2,2 metres. Its party trick (dubbed the Houdini door), allows for that load bed to increase in size by lowering the electrically controlled barrier behind the rear seats. This increases the load bed size to 2,8 metres.
As for the main motivator, the Fisker Alaska is powered by two battery packs generating 75 kWh and 113 kWh respectively. In terms of range, the Fisker Alaska Super is capable of a maximum claimed range of 547 km. The all-electric bright orange bakkie is capable of a 0-100km/h sprint in as little as 3,9 seconds although Fisker states its sprint can vary dramatically.
The interior’s main draws are the “big gulp” size cupholder and large centre armrest flowing into a portrait-oriented infotainment screen. The Oros man’s double cab sits on pair of 20-inch and 22-inch five-spoke wheels.
Based on current exchange rates, the Fisker Alaska Super double-cab MSRP’s roughly R865 000 although if it had to be adjusted with import fees and duties, we could imagine it would cost significantly more than that. We’d like to hear your thoughts on the viability of an all-electric bakkie, and would you be interested in owning one?
