"Rivian showed off a midsize electric vehicle in 2024 and said it would go on sale during the first half of 2026, it meant it: deliveries of the first R2 SUVs will begin this spring. The R2 Performance, which starts at $57,990 with the launch package (but not including a $1,495 delivery charge). You get quite a lot of electric SUV for that, however: up to 330 miles (531 km) from a single charge of the 87.9 kWh battery pack, with 656 hp (489 kW) and 609 lb-ft (825 Nm) from the dual motor powertrain."
"The Performance features semi-active suspension, a rear window that drops into the tailgate, an interior with birch accents, heating for the front and rear seats with ventilation for the former as well, a nine-speaker sound system, matrix LED headlights, and some other neat touches like the flashlight that lives in the side of the door, similar to the way some cars hide an umbrella there."
"In late 2026 the R2 Premium goes on sale at $53,990. This has the same 330-mile range and the same 87.9 kWh battery pack, but generates only 450 hp (355 kW) and 537 lb-ft (728 Nm) from its dual-motor powertrain. The R2 Premium does without the semi-active suspension, arrives on 20-inch instead of 21-inch wheels."
Rivian launches its R2 midsize electric SUV in spring 2026 as promised, beginning with the Performance variant at $57,990 before introducing the Premium model at $53,990 in late 2026. The Performance delivers 330 miles of range from an 87.9 kWh battery, 656 hp, and 609 lb-ft of torque with dual motors, achieving 10-80% fast charging in 29 minutes. Features include semi-active suspension, matrix LED headlights, heated and ventilated seats, a nine-speaker sound system, and unique details like a door-mounted flashlight. The Premium variant offers identical range and battery but reduced power at 450 hp and 537 lb-ft, with smaller wheels and fewer premium features. Both models support optional Autonomy+ driver assistance and towing packages.
Read at Ars Technica
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