Review and specifications

2026 Rivian R1S

This three-row electric SUV has an EPA-rated range of about 260 to 400 miles, depending on battery and tire size. With 835 hp from four electric motors, the R1S we tested is ridiculously quick and handles with relative agility, though it became tail-happy when driven to its limits around our track. The ride is too stiff, electric-motor whine is noticeable at low speeds, and the regenerative braking is too strong, which makes it difficult to drive the SUV smoothly. The interior is uncluttered, but the controls are extremely distracting because almost every task, including adjusting the air vents, is done through the touchscreen. A front trunk adds cargo space. DC fast charging is supposedly capable of a max acceptance rate of 200 kilowatts, but we haven't seen anywhere close to that. Rivian gave its R1S three-row electric SUV a freshening for 2025. Improvements include a smoother powertrain, a slightly more absorbent ride, and a quieter cabin. Starting 2025, the R1S comes standard with a direct driver monitoring system. Rivian's Universal Hands-Free active driving assistance is available for Gen 2 models.

Market value

$87,400

Fuel

Electric

Transmission

Automatic

Seats

7