Show Notes
All trims use an 87.9 kWh usable battery. Here are the trims in order of release date: Performance (Dual AWD) — $57,990 w/ Launch Package — Spring 2026 656 hp / 609 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 3.6s Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated) Premium (Dual AWD) — $53,990 — Late 2026 450 hp / 537 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 4.6s Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated) Standard RWD Long Range — $48,490 — Early 2027 350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 5.9s Up to 345 miles (Rivian-estimated) Standard RWD (base) — ~$45,000 — Late 2027 350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 5.9s Up to 275 miles (Rivian-estimated) All prices exclude the $1,495 destination and freight charge. Performance & Capability Nearly 2,000 lbs lighter than R1 with a 115.6-inch wheelbase 9.6 inches of ground clearance, 25° approach angle, 26° departure angle 19.7 inches of wading depth Up to 4,400 lbs towing capacity (optional on most trims) Semi-active suspension exclusive to Performance trim Charging Native NACS port with Supercharger network access; CCS adapter support 10–80% charge in 29 minutes Technology Rivian Autonomy: L2 hands-free driving on 3.5M miles of US/Canada roads — $49.99/month or $2,500 one-time; free lifetime access included with Launch Package 11 HDR cameras (combined 65MP) + five-radar perception stack 200 sparse TOPS of edge AI compute for in-cabin experience (works offline) Forthcoming Rivian Assistant voice AI running locally on the vehicle Haptic Halo steering wheel dials (scroll, push, pull, tilt) — designed in-house Dual digital displays (driver display + centre display) OTA software updates via vertically integrated hardware/software stack 5G connected but offline-capable Interior & Utility Seating for 5 adults; 40.4 inches of rear legroom and headroom 90.1 cu ft total enclosed storage; 5.2 cu ft front trunk (fits carry-on + backpack) Rear drop glass window lowers fully into liftgate (Performance & Premium only) Fold-flat rear seats for level loading surface Dual gloveboxes, removable USB-C power bank/hand warmer, door-mounted Rivian Torch flashlight Upcycled Birch wood accents; headliner made from recycled ocean plastics Launch Details Reservations open now with $100 refundable deposit On display at SXSW 2026 (March 13–18) at the Rivian Roadhouse Online configurator opening in coming months Pricing is US market only; Canadian details to follow closer to launch
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