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Engineering Explained review of the Rivian R2
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Real-world highway range test of the new Rivian R2
Customer deliveries for the new Rivian R2 officially began in mid-2026. This compact SUV is very important for the automaker as it targets the mass market. To see how the new model performs outside of laboratory conditions, Tom Moloughney from the YouTube channel State of Charge, tested a production unit on public highways. The test evaluated the real-world efficiency of the vehicle at a constant speed of 113 km/h from a full battery all the way down to empty.
The vehicle used in the test was the Rivian R2 Performance Launch Edition. This configuration comes in a striking Catalina Cove paint color and 20-inch wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich 255/60 R20 all-terrain tires. These tires have a deep, aggressive tread designed for off-road environments rather than highway efficiency. Because of this, the EPA rates this specific version of the vehicle lower than models equipped with standard street tires. The official numbers for this all-terrain setup indicate a combined range of 494 km, a city range of 544 km, and a highway range of 444 km.
Prospective buyers of the R2 have other configurations to consider as production ramps up through late 2026 and 2027. If an owner chooses the optional 21-inch wheels with standard all-season tires, the EPA combined rating increases to 531 km, while the highway rating reaches 484 km. Rivian also plans to offer single-motor, rear-wheel-drive versions by early 2027 with an estimated range of up to 555 km. A budget-friendly standard range model will arrive by mid-2027 with a smaller, unannounced battery pack targeting at least 443 km of total driving distance.
The battery of the Rivian R2 provides a usable capacity of 87.9 kWh, though the manufacturer has not disclosed the total gross capacity of the pack. To keep the vehicle relatively affordable for global consumers, engineers opted for a traditional 400V electrical system instead of a more expensive 800V setup. This design choice means that to achieve fast charging speeds, the vehicle must draw massive electrical currents. The R2 can accept peak charging power of up to 230 kW, which means it is pulling more than 600 amperes at compatible fast chargers.
Rather than going on a flat, predictable highway, Tom took this particular test on Interstate 25 in Colorado. The chosen route introduced conditions that do not exist in standard laboratory tests. The test began in Colorado Springs at an elevation of 1,981 m above sea level. The driver headed south toward Trinidad, dropping to a low point of 1,402 m before turning around to climb back up to the starting point, forcing the R2 to conquer a total vertical elevation change of over 670 m twice during the run.
Changing weather conditions also impacted the energy usage of the vehicle throughout the test. Wind at the start was quiet at just 4.8 km/h, but a sudden cross-headwind spiked up to 29 km/h during the uphill segment. Temperatures dropped to {{12ºC}}, prompting the driver to turn on the cabin heater. The driver set the interior temperature to {{21ºC}} on the absolute lowest fan speed to keep climate-related energy losses minimal.
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Customer deliveries for the new Rivian R2 officially began in mid-2026. This compact SUV is very important for the automaker as it targets the mass market. To see how the new model performs outside of laboratory conditions, Tom Moloughney from the YouTube channel State of Charge, tested a production unit on public highways. The test evaluated the real-world efficiency of the vehicle at a constant speed of 113 km/h from a full battery all the way down to empty.
The vehicle used in the test was the Rivian R2 Performance Launch Edition. This configuration comes in a striking Catalina Cove paint color and 20-inch wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich 255/60 R20 all-terrain tires. These tires have a deep, aggressive tread designed for off-road environments rather than highway efficiency. Because of this, the EPA rates this specific version of the vehicle lower than models equipped with standard street tires. The official numbers for this all-terrain setup indicate a combined range of 494 km, a city range of 544 km, and a highway range of 444 km.
Prospective buyers of the R2 have other configurations to consider as production ramps up through late 2026 and 2027. If an owner chooses the optional 21-inch wheels with standard all-season tires, the EPA combined rating increases to 531 km, while the highway rating reaches 484 km. Rivian also plans to offer single-motor, rear-wheel-drive versions by early 2027 with an estimated range of up to 555 km. A budget-friendly standard range model will arrive by mid-2027 with a smaller, unannounced battery pack targeting at least 443 km of total driving distance.
The battery of the Rivian R2 provides a usable capacity of 87.9 kWh, though the manufacturer has not disclosed the total gross capacity of the pack. To keep the vehicle relatively affordable for global consumers, engineers opted for a traditional 400V electrical system instead of a more expensive 800V setup. This design choice means that to achieve fast charging speeds, the vehicle must draw massive electrical currents. The R2 can accept peak charging power of up to 230 kW, which means it is pulling more than 600 amperes at compatible fast chargers.
Rather than going on a flat, predictable highway, Tom took this particular test on Interstate 25 in Colorado. The chosen route introduced conditions that do not exist in standard laboratory tests. The test began in Colorado Springs at an elevation of 1,981 m above sea level. The driver headed south toward Trinidad, dropping to a low point of 1,402 m before turning around to climb back up to the starting point, forcing the R2 to conquer a total vertical elevation change of over 670 m twice during the run.
Changing weather conditions also impacted the energy usage of the vehicle throughout the test. Wind at the start was quiet at just 4.8 km/h, but a sudden cross-headwind spiked up to 29 km/h during the uphill segment. Temperatures dropped to {{12ºC}}, prompting the driver to turn on the cabin heater. The driver set the interior temperature to {{21ºC}} on the absolute lowest fan speed to keep climate-related energy losses minimal.
Real-world highway range test of the new Rivian R2
An independent highway range test reveals how the brand-new Rivian R2 electric SUV handles a grueling real-world drive through steep mountain elevations and harsh headwinds.
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The 2027 Rivian R1S has captain's chairs in the second row
Today, Rivian has introduced the 2027 model year R1S and R1T. The headline feature for the R1S is that you can now order it with captain's chairs in the second row. There are thus six seats in the car, and to reach the third row you have a center pass-through in between the two captain's chairs.
Each captain's chair has an individual armrest that stows flush into the seat when not in use, and a push-to-release cup holder that folds down from the inside edge of the seat. Both seats are heated, fold flat, and retain full car seat tie-downs. Since there's space between them in the middle, this makes it easier to load stuff like skis, surfboards, and other long gear.
The option to get the R1S as a seven-seater will remain available by the way. In order to get the captain's chairs you will have to purchase the Sound And Vision package ($2,500) and then pay either $1,500 or $2,000 for the chairs on top of it, depending on which trim you choose.
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Today, Rivian has introduced the 2027 model year R1S and R1T. The headline feature for the R1S is that you can now order it with captain's chairs in the second row. There are thus six seats in the car, and to reach the third row you have a center pass-through in between the two captain's chairs.
Each captain's chair has an individual armrest that stows flush into the seat when not in use, and a push-to-release cup holder that folds down from the inside edge of the seat. Both seats are heated, fold flat, and retain full car seat tie-downs. Since there's space between them in the middle, this makes it easier to load stuff like skis, surfboards, and other long gear.
The option to get the R1S as a seven-seater will remain available by the way. In order to get the captain's chairs you will have to purchase the Sound And Vision package ($2,500) and then pay either $1,500 or $2,000 for the chairs on top of it, depending on which trim you choose.
The 2027 Rivian R1S has captain's chairs in the second row
The trims have been reorganized too.
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Redline Reviews review of the R1T Quad
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Redline Reviews review of the R1S Quad