Rivian has been highly successful with its R1 platform, but a newer, cheaper platform is on the way -- Rivian R2. Here's what we know so far.
The Rivian R1T electric pickup truck has been a hugely popular first release from the new automaker. Both it and its SUV brother, the R1S, are considered among the best in their class. But they’re also both relatively expensive — the entry-level R1 starts at $73,000, putting it out of reach for many would-be buyers. Rivian, however, wants to serve the masses, and to that end has been developing its next-gen, cheaper platform, called the Rivian R2.
Related Rivian R2 design There’s a lot we don’t yet know about the Rivian R2 compact SUV, but it’s expected to be smaller than the R1S, and may end up verging on more of a crossover size than a true SUV. How affordable? Rivian has said that the R1 will cost from $40,000 to $60,000. It’s currently unclear if the base price will be somewhere between $40,000 and $60,000, or if it’ll start at $40,000, and range up to $60,000 depending on the trim you get and the additional options.
In other words, it’s going to be at least a few years before you start seeing the Rivian R2 on the roads — and by then, it’s likely that the EV market will be a whole lot more competitive. The Rivian R1S and R1T can currently charge at a speed of up to 220 kilowatts, which is relatively quick, though not the fastest out there. Hopefully, R2-based cars will offer a similar speed, if not a faster one.
Rivian R2 tech features Rivian is a new company that has built itself on a high-tech approach. The company has put a lot of effort into developing easy-to-use software, and including onboard Wi-Fi, wireless charging pads, and Alexa integration. It’s likely these features will continue with the R2. We’re also expecting the software experience to be the same, which will include the lack of CarPlay and Android Auto.
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