Review and specifications
2026 Rivian R2
The Rivian R2 is a two-row, five-passenger all-electric SUV that's smaller than its 3-row R1S sibling. The R2 will be available in single- and dual-, with the latter giving the SUV all-wheel drive. These new models promise blazing performance and a range of up to and beyond 300 mile. The R2 will come standard with a NACS charging port, and it can be charged with a CCS coupler using an adaptor. Like its larger siblings, the R2's interior is dominated by a large center touchscreen, with a smaller instrument panel used for speed, selected gear, and other data. The R2 features a few tricks, such as the ability to fold both the front and rear seats flat for no-tent camping, along with a rear window that lowers into the tailgate for better airflow or to carry long items without using a roof rack. Reservations can be placed now, with deliveries expected to begin in mid-2026.
- Market value
- $47,990
- Fuel
- Electric
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Direct, 1-speed
- Category
- Electric SUVs
- Generation began
- 2026
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $47,990 - $57,990
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 186 in
- Width
- 78 in
- Height
- 67 in
- Wheelbase
- 116 in
- Maximum load
- 1,165 lb
- Towing capacity
- 4,400 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Brand context
About Rivian
<p>California-based Rivian produces electric pickup trucks and SUVs. Our tests found its EVs to be comfortable, startlingly fast, and very capable off-road. Range is practical and competitive with similarly priced vehicles. Its vehicles offer ample cargo room, including deep front trunks and a horizontal pass-through “Gear Tunnel” on pickup truck models. Drawbacks include screen-centric controls for essential functions, such as adjusting air vents, and an aggressive regenerative braking system that makes the vehicles difficult to drive smoothly. Rivian usually ranks near the bottom of our predicted reliability rating, but near the top in our owner satisfaction surveys. The young automaker has smaller models in the pipeline, including R2 and R3 SUVs.</p>
Vehicle ID: 30943 First published: March 11, 2024 Updated: June 4, 2026
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