Rivian Model Comparison: Price, Performance, Dimensions & Charging

By Karan Singh
Rivian

Rivian has quite a lineup of vehicles, with some available now, and some coming soon – so let’s take a look at their list of models and see what you get with each one.

Rivian currently has the following vehicles in their lineup, and only the R1T, R1S, and EDV/RCV (commercial vans) are available to purchase today. We won’t be covering the Commercial Delivery Van (EDV) as Rivian intends to only ship this to large fleet customers like Amazon, but will be covering the soon-to-be-available Rivian Commercial Van (RCV) instead.

  • R1T – a mid-sized, light-duty pickup truck designed around adventuring.

  • R1S – an SUV based on the R1T, the R1S is a full-size SUV with three rows of seating

  • R2 – The R2 is Rivian’s upcoming mid-size SUV.

  • R3 – The R3 is based on the same platform as the R2, but it’s a smaller crossover.

  • R3X – A performance variant of the R3.

  • RCV – Rivian Commercial Van — available to fleet customers for mid-range deliveries.

  • EDV – Rivian’s original commercial van — only available to Amazon and other large-fleet customers.

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Prices

Let’s take a look at the starting prices for each vehicle.

Vehicle

Price (USD)

Price (CAD)

R1T

$69,990

$105,800

R1S

$75,900

$111,900

R2*

~$45,000

~$61,500

R3

Unannounced

Unannounced

R3X

Unannounced

Unannounced

RCV 500**

$83,000

$113,500

RCV 700**

$87,000

$119,000

*The price for the R2 is not confirmed, but Rivian says it’ll start around $45,000 USD.

**Pricing for the RCVs must be confirmed through Rivian Fleet Sales, this is an estimate provided by third-party sources.

For the vehicles currently available – the R1T and the R1S, they’re well in the premium pricing category. Fully loading them with options will bring those prices closer to $101,700 USD for the R1T and $108,900 USD for the R1S. Rivian intends to appeal to a larger customer base with its upcoming R2 and R3/R3X, which will be arriving sometime in 2026.

Range and Acceleration

Rivian provides several configurations for its R1 series vehicles, so we’ve provided the EPA estimated range and acceleration in the tables below.

Vehicle / Battery

Range

Acceleration (0-60 mph)

R1S / R1T Dual Standard

270 mi

4.6s

R1S / R1T Dual Large

330 mi

3.5s

R1S / R1T Dual Max

420 mi

3.5s

R1S / R1T Tri Max

371 mi (405 mi in Conserve)

3.1s

R1T Quad Max*

Not Rated

2.6s

R1S Quad Max*

Not Rated

2.7s

R2 Standard**

Not Rated

Not Rated

R2 Large**

300 mi

>3s

RCV 500***

161 mi

Not Rated

RCV 700***

153 mi

Not Rated

* The R1T and R1S Quad Max haven’t been given EPA range ratings at this time, however we expect them to be in the 350 mi range.

** R2 ranges and acceleration are currently estimates.

*** Rivian has kept the motor information for the new RCVs under wraps, but we expect it to be slower than the R1 series, as all variants are FWD only.

Charge Ports

Rivian was one of the first manufacturers to support NACS (North American Charging Standard) from Tesla, and all current R1T and R1S vehicles are NACS capable with an adapter or using Tesla’s Magic Dock Superchargers.

Going forward, Rivian intends to move all its consumer vehicles to the NACS port, including the R1S and R1T sometime next year. Rivian announced this summer that The R2’s charge port will be moved to the rear driver’s side. This will make it seamless for these vehicles to use Tesla’s Superchargers.

Vehicle

Port Type & Location

R1T

CCS, Front Left

R1S

CCS, Front Left

R2

NACS, Rear Left

R3 / R3X

NACS, Rear Left

RCV*

CCS (NACS unconfirmed), Front Left

*The only vehicle without confirmed NACS functionality is the upcoming RCV.

We haven’t heard yet whether the RCV will arrive with NACS or NACS compatibility, but the demonstration vehicles so far have only had CCS ports on the front left of the vehicle. The RCVs are expected to be NACS compatible, regardless of the port type.

Vehicle Dimensions

Vehicle Dimensions are available for most of Rivian’s fleet, except for the R3 and R3X.

Vehicle

Length (in)

Width (in)

Height (in)

Storage Space

R1T

217.1

79.3

78.2

*See Note

R1S

200.8

79.3

77.3

49 ft3

R2

185.6

75

66.9

Unknown

R3 / R3X

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

RCV 500

248.5

103.5

114.7

487 ft 3

RCV 700

278

103.5

114.8

652 ft 3

*R1T: Frunk: 11 ft 3, Gear Tunnel: 12 ft 3, Underbed: 14ft 3

Rivian’s R2 will be produced in 2025, while the R3X is expected to be the first variant of the R3 series and the first orders are expected to be delivered in late 2026.

Rivian Performance Upgrade: What It Adds and Price

By Karan Singh
Rivian Wave

When purchasing a new Dual Motor Rivian, you might have considered the Performance option, which was offered as a $5,000 upgrade at the time of ordering. However, Rivian is now offering the Performance upgrade as an in-app or in-car purchase for Dual Motor R1S and R1T owners.

The Performance upgrade boosts the vehicle’s horsepower and torque, while also introducing new driving modes.

Dual Motor Performance

The Dual Motor Performance upgrade adds additional features to the R1S and R1T vehicles, with the most notable being a major performance boost.

This upgrade increases both horsepower and torque, reducing the 0 to 60 mph time from 4.5 seconds to an impressive 3.4 seconds.

In addition to the power boost, the upgrade introduces new driving modes: Sport, Soft Sand, and Rally. Each mode adds specialized capabilities—Sport for track performance, Rally for off-road adventures, and Soft Sand for tackling sandy terrains.

Config

Dual Motor

Dual Motor Performance

Horsepower

533 hp

655 hp

0-60 mph / 0-100 km/h

4.6 seconds

3.5 seconds

Torque

610 lb-ft

829 lb-ft

Launch Mode Reserved for Tri and Quad

Even if you’re familiar with the roller-coaster-like feeling of launching an EV, the performance upgrade is going to be a big step up, and it’ll be a useful upgrade for off-roading too. The noticeable increase in horsepower not only helps you launch with more power but also makes crawling over rocks or pushing through water more effortless.

However, for owners hoping to take their R1 series vehicles to the track, there’s something to keep in mind—this upgrade, just like buying a Dual Motor Performance model, doesn’t include Launch Mode. That feature is only reserved for the Tri and Quad configurations.

Price

If you’re craving a bit more power or want to relive the thrill of launching your Rivian for the first time, the Performance upgrade is likely a great choice. It adds over 120 horsepower, giving you about a 25% boost in performance.

The upgrade costs $5,000 USD / $7,000 CAD, whether purchased over-the-air or at the factory. If you own a Dual Motor Rivian, you can easily buy it through the app or the vehicle itself, available with software update 2024.06 or later.

How to Restart, Reboot, or Reset Your Rivian’s Frozen Screen

By Karan Singh
Rivian

If your Rivian is experiencing odd issues or the screen has become frozen or unresponsive, a reboot of the infotainment system may fix the issue.

There are several ways to reboot the computer that powers all of Rivian’s screen, including the rear display for passengers in the back. It doesn’t matter which Rivian you have, as these reboots are applicable to both Gen 1 and Gen 2 vehicles.

Fix Frozen Display - Infotainment Reboot

Rebooting the infotainment unit is the simplest reboot and should be your first choice when you encounter an issue with your Rivian. Infotainment reboots, also known as the “two-finger salute,” involve holding the far left and far right buttons on the steering wheel down. These are the outermost buttons located next to the scroll wheels on the steering wheel. Press them and down them down for 15 seconds to reboot the computer.

The vehicle will beep, and a graphic will be displayed on the driver’s display. Continue holding the buttons down until the screens flash to black. Once the screen goes dark, you can let go of the buttons and the infotainment unit will reboot. The whole process takes about 30-45 seconds, and you’ll soon see the displays come back on with the Rivian logo.

While this reboot can also be done while driving, we don’t recommend it, as you’ll lose access to key vehicle information during the reboot.

This reboot should be your first step when encountering an issue, especially if it’s due to the display being unresponsive or frozen. Other reboot types focus on restarting specific vehicle subsystems, so if a particular feature isn’t functioning correctly, a different reboot method may be necessary.

Sleep Reboot

Begin by unplugging everything from your vehicle, including any USB cables, devices, and the Rivian Guard USB drive. Remember to disconnect any items plugged into the Utility Panel and ensure the Gear Guard Cable Anchor (if applicable) is detached.

Next, unbuckle all seatbelts and remove any child seats or heavy items from the vehicle. If the vehicle is plugged in, disconnect it, then lock the doors. Make sure to keep all keys—including phone keys—away from the vehicle for at least 30 minutes.

This sleep reboot is simple and effective, although it could be more of a hassle, especially if you have car seats installed.

Full Reboot (1 Hour)

The full reboot resets all of the vehicle’s systems, essentially rebooting everything from the ground up. Important: Rivian support advises against performing this procedure multiple times in a short time period. You must wait at least an hour between full reboots to ensure all systems initialize correctly. Attempting back-to-back reboots may result in some vehicle systems not fully starting, which could require a service visit.

To initiate a full reboot, hold down the far-left button on the steering wheel and the emergency flasher button near the ceiling for 15 seconds. This will reset all vehicle systems. While it’s possible to drive immediately after the reboot, Rivian recommends letting the vehicle sit for at least an hour before resuming your journey to ensure everything is functioning correctly.

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