Xos launches electric Class 6 chassis in North America
The vehicle a starting price of $99,000. "Our customers see it in the reliability of our vehicles, the sophistication of our telematics, and the strength of our manufacturing. At a $99,000 starting price, we're making commercial electrification accessible at scale", said Dakota Semler, CEO of Xos.
California-based Xos unveiled the 2026 model year Xos Class 6 strip chassis. The vehicle a starting price of $99,000. According to Xos, such pricing “establishes a new benchmark for commercial fleet electrification, reflecting years of manufacturing scale, established supplier relationships, and proven operational excellence, and a sustainable cost structure that makes the transition to electric accessible to fleets nationwide”.
More about the new Xos Class 6 chassis
Among 2026 XOS Class 6 Strip chassis’ main technical features are:
- 23,000 lb GVWR purpose-built for commercial fleet operations
- Approximately 120 miles engineered for return-to-base duty cycles and up to 200 miles on the extended range variant
- Enhanced platform with 3+ years of operational data, billions of data points monitored, and over-the-air update capability for continuous performance improvements
- LFP battery system designed for 4,000+ cycle durability, prioritizing reliability and total cost of ownership
- Industry-standard axles, wheel ends, and suspension systems for nationwide service capability and supply chain resilience
In addition, the 2026 model year introduces enhanced over-the-air update capabilities that enable continuous performance improvements, optimized charging strategies, and predictive maintenance, all delivered remotely without vehicle downtime. Combined with industry-standard serviceable components, this approach delivers uptime and flexibility that proprietary closed systems cannot match.
“The 2026 launch represents everything we’ve built at Xos over nearly 10 years of engineering innovation, supply chain partnerships, and manufacturing scale,” said Dakota Semler, Chief Executive Officer of Xos. “We’re not the newest entrant making promises, we’re a proven leader delivering results today. Our customers see it in the reliability of our vehicles, the sophistication of our telematics, and the strength of our manufacturing. At a $99,000 starting price, we’re making commercial electrification accessible at scale, showcasing our operational efficiency, our supplier partnerships, and years of experience building at scale. At Xos we aren’t just participating in this market, we’re redefining it.”
