Rivian offers a variety of battery packs and motors to give customers the range they need at the lowest price point possible. Let's take a look at the various battery sizes Rivian offers, their costs, and the range you’ll get with each package.
The battery options differ on Rivian’s Gen 1 and Gen 2 vehicles (model year 2025+), so we’ll break it down by vehicle generation. One thing to note is that even though Gen 2 has smaller battery sizes in general, the vehicles are far more efficient than the first generation, so you’ll be able to travel further on the same battery size.
Rivian divides its models by the number of motors and battery pack size. The motor options are Dual, Tri, and Quad, while the battery options are Standard, Large, and Max. So, when selecting a model, you’ll see names such as Dual Standard (two motors and the Standard battery) and Dual Large or Tri Max (three motors and the Max battery).
Here are your battery options for the current generation of vehicles (R1S and R1T) and their range and cost.
Gen 2 Battery Options
Vehicle
Pack
Battery Size
Estimated Range
Cost
R1T
Standard
92.5 kWh
258 mi / 415 km
Included
Large
108.5 kWh
330 mi / 531 km
+$7,000
Max (Dual Motor)
140 kWh
420 mi / 676 km
+$14,000
Max (Tri-motor)
140 kWh
371 mi / 597 km
+$30,000
R1S
Standard
92.5 kWh
258 mi / 415 km
Included
Large
108.5 kWh
330 mi / 531 km
+$7,000
Max
140 kWh
410 mi / 660 km
+$14,000
Max (Tri-motor)
140 kWh
371 mi / 597 km
+$30,000
You’ll note that the upcoming Quad Motor Ascend vehicles aren’t listed here just yet. Rivian hasn’t unveiled the details of the Quad Motor battery packs and pricing yet, but we’ll update the table above once that information arrives.
The Max Tri-motor models include the same battery pack as the Dual Max models, but their range is reduced due to the additional weight of the extra motor and the vehicle's performance tuning. The Tri-motor vehicles also include a variety of standard options, such as the Dynamic Glass Roof, Premium Audio, the Ascend interior, and others, which drives the price up to the $30,000 premium over the Dual motor variant.
Of note, the only official EPA range estimates are for the R1T’s Standard pack and the R1S’ Standard and Max packs.
Gen 1 Battery Options
Vehicle
Pack
Battery Size
Estimated Range
R1T
Standard
106 kWh
270 mi / 435 km
Standard+
121 kWh
315 mi / 507 km
Large
131 kWh
352 mi / 566 km
Large (Quad Motor)
131 kWh
328 mi / 527 km
Max
141 kWh
410 mi / 659 km
R1S
Standard
106 kWh
270 mi / 435 km
Standard+
121 kWh
315 mi / 507 km
Large
131 kWh
352 mi / 566 km
Large (Quad Motor)
131 kWh
321 mi / 516 km
Max
141 kWh
400 mi / 643 km
Rivian offered more options in its battery lineup in Gen 1, and the range of its lowest-level offering was a bit bigger – 258 miles in Gen 2 compared to 270 miles in Gen 1. That difference is mostly due to the smaller pack size – 106 kWh in the Standard Gen 1 vehicles, while only 92.5 kWh in the Gen 2 vehicles.
The battery ranges above are all EPA estimates.
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Skiers at Big Sky Resort in Montana are getting a high-tech lift to the slopes this season that does not involve a gondola. X user Kyle Conner (@itskyleconner) recently shared footage of a fleet of at least six Rivian R1T trucks being used as a specialized shuttle service at the resort.
"6 Rivian R1Ts pulling trailers to move people around Big Sky ski area. So cool!" Conner noted while capturing the electric trucks in action. The implementation is a clever way to solve a common mountain problem: getting people from free parking zones to the ski lifts without forcing them to hike up in heavy gear.
The setup involves the R1T trucks pulling large trailers or carts, each capable of seating more than a dozen people. According to Conner, the shuttle service runs daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., effortlessly moving crowds across the ski zone.
It appears that Rivian may have provided both the trucks and the custom trailers to the resort for this specific pilot program. When the sun goes down and the slopes close, the fleet is parked at on-site Level 2 AC chargers to juice up for the next day. Seeing these silent, emission-free pickups replace noisy diesel shuttles is a major win for sustainable mobility in fragile mountain ecosystems.
6 Rivian R1Ts pulling trailers to move people around Big Sky ski area. So cool! pic.twitter.com/l3xIDNuiQa
The R1T is practically overqualified for this job. The Gen 2 (2025–2026) model is a high-performance beast, with the Quad-Motor variant pushing a staggering 1,025 hp and 1,198 lb-ft of torque. It can hit 0–60 mph in just 2.5 seconds, and the Dual Max version offers a massive EPA-estimated range of 420 miles.
More importantly for a ski resort, the R1T features 14.9 inches of ground clearance and advanced off-road capabilities that make navigating icy, snowy roads a breeze. With a max towing capacity of 11,000 lbs, pulling a cart filled with skiers is light work for this truck. Safety is also a major factor, as the R1T is the only EV ever to achieve an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating in the pickup category.
The Future of the Brand
This mountain implementation comes at an exciting time for Rivian. While the R1T and R1S continue to prove their worth in extreme conditions, the company is finally nearing the launch of its long-awaited R2 midsize SUV.
The Big Sky implementation is pretty impressive. By putting their hardware into real-world, high-utility roles like this, Rivian is showing that electric trucks are not just for the suburbs — they are rugged enough to keep a world-class ski resort running smoothly and sustainably.
Rivian is teaming up with one of the biggest names in science education to make electric vehicles a lot less mysterious for the next generation. The American automaker has announced an exclusive, "multi-phase partnership" with CrunchLabs, the STEM-focused company founded by former NASA engineer and YouTube star Mark Rober.
The collaboration aims to take a deep dive into the engineering that makes Rivian’s vehicles tick. Rober, who reaches over 500 million viewers monthly, will be creating original content that breaks down Rivian’s EV technology, manufacturing, and safety features in his signature high-energy, accessible style.
Engineering for the Next Generation
CrunchLabs has quickly become a household name for families through its subscription-based "Build Boxes" and "Creative Kits." These kits are designed for kids ages 6 to 13+ and encourage them to "think like engineers" by building hands-on projects. For older teens and adults, the company even offers "Hack Packs" that dive into coding and robotics.
By partnering with Rober, Rivian is essentially positioning itself as the "cool" brand for future engineers. Rivian Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe noted that the goal is to show off the creativity behind their products while inspiring young leaders. "As we prepare to introduce new vehicles like R2 we want to peel back the curtain on technology that makes these experiences possible," Scaringe said in the official press release.
Mark Rober echoed that sentiment, emphasizing that the partnership is about helping people see how high-level engineering improves their lives. "Rivian is building technology that deserves to be understood," Rober added.
What to Expect This Year
The partnership officially kicks off at SXSW in Austin on March 13. Scaringe and Rober will host a featured session at Rivian’s "Electric Roadhouse," which will include one of Rober’s famous live scientific demonstrations.
Beyond digital content and creator-produced videos, the collaboration will move into the real world this summer. Rivian plans to host nationwide, family-focused "activations" across its retail spaces. This could be a massive win for Rivian’s brand awareness, especially as it prepares for the highly anticipated launch of the R2 SUV.
A Brand Built on Feedback
Rivian has already shown that it values community input and "real-world" testing. For instance, the company recently revamped its 'Kneel Mode' in the recent 2026.03 update. Those changes were actually inspired by feedback from tech YouTuber Zack Nelson (JerryRigEverything) and his partner Cambry, highlighting how much Rivian pays attention to the tech community.
By making Rivian the "exclusive automotive partner" for CrunchLabs, the brand is securing a long-term connection with a massive, tech-savvy audience. It’s a smart move that turns complex electrical architecture into something a 10-year-old can be excited about — and potentially work on one day.
