Rivian R2
When Rivian first revealed the Rivian R2 concept two years ago, the young EV maker was navigating serious financial headwinds, including a staggering $5.43 billion loss in 2023. Conceived as a more affordable entry point into the Rivian lineup, the R2 was intended to help stabilize the company while taking direct aim at the hugely popular Tesla Model Y.
Much has changed since then. Backed by strong support from Volkswagen, Rivian recorded its first-ever annual profit of $144 million last year. Now, looking to capitalize on that momentum, the automaker has officially introduced the production-ready R2 for the U.S. market.
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EXTERIOR
The exterior design of the Rivian R2 closely mirrors a scaled-down interpretation of the larger Rivian R1S. It retains Rivian’s recognizable styling cues, including sharp body surfacing and the brand’s signature lighting arrangement, featuring rounded headlamps linked by a horizontal light bar.
Compared with the R1S, however, the R2 adopts substantially more compact dimensions. The crossover measures 4,715 mm in length, 1,905 mm in width, and 1,699 mm in height, supported by a 2,935 mm wheelbase. Off-road capability remains a key focus, with 244 mm of ground clearance, a 25-degree approach angle, and a 27-degree departure angle. Despite its rugged character, the vehicle weighs approximately 2,300 kg around 906 kg lighter than its larger counterpart. Wheel sizes range from 19 to 21 inches, with tire diameters extending up to 32 inches.
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INTERIOR
Inside, the five-seat Rivian R2 uses a minimalist cabin design with two digital screens and no traditional buttons. The interior includes two glove boxes, including a second compartment that folds down from the center console. All seats can fold flat to create a sleeping area.
Higher versions add features such as heated seats and steering wheel, power-adjustable and ventilated front seats, a nine-speaker audio system, and wood trim. Cargo space is 813 liters and grows to 2,248 liters with the rear seats folded. There is also a 147-liter front storage compartment under the hood.
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The Rivian R2 is underpinned by a newly developed electric platform featuring a coil-spring suspension system with MacPherson struts at the front. This marks a departure from Rivian’s earlier vehicles, which utilize air suspension and a double-wishbone front suspension layout.
The platform also incorporates a next-generation battery pack composed of cylindrical cells measuring 46 mm in diameter and 95 mm in height, engineered to enhance both energy efficiency and overall performance.
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POWERTRAIN
Leading the lineup will be the high-output Rivian R2 Performance, a dual-motor all-wheel-drive model delivering an impressive 665 horsepower and 825 Nm of torque. The result is serious straight-line performance, with the sprint from 0 to 60 mph completed in just 3.6 seconds.
An 87.9 kWh battery pack provides an EPA-rated range of up to 531 km, while DC fast charging can replenish the battery from 10% to 80% in around 29 minutes. Beyond raw performance, the model adds adaptive suspension, eight drive modes, and a robust towing capability of up to 1,996 kg.
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Below the top model is the Rivian R2 Premium version. It also uses dual-motor all-wheel drive, but power is reduced to 456 horsepower and 727 Nm of torque. The vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and includes five drive modes. Even with less power, the driving range stays the same at 531 km.
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The Rivian R2 Standard Long Range sits below the higher trims in the lineup. It comes standard with rear-wheel drive, while all-wheel drive is optional. A single electric motor produces 355 horsepower and 481 Nm of torque, helping the vehicle reach 60 mph in 5.9 seconds.
This version offers the longest driving range in the lineup at 555 km.
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PRICE
Rivian has not fully revealed details about the entry-level Rivian R2 Standard Short Range model. It is expected to start at about $45,000 and offer a driving range of 443 km, likely using a smaller battery.
According to the company’s launch schedule, the R2 Performance will arrive first this spring with a starting price of about $58,000. The R2 Premium at $54,000 will follow later this year. The Standard Long Range model is expected the following year at $48,500, while the base Standard Short Range version will launch by late next year.
For comparison, the larger Rivian R1 currently starts at $77,000.
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