Rivian R2
| Rivian R2 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Rivian Automotive |
| Production | 2026 |
| Model years | 2026 |
| Assembly | Normal, Illinois, United States |
| Designer | Jeff Hammoud |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Platform | Rivian Mid-Sized Platform (MSP) |
| Doors | 4 doors + 1 in rear |
| Related | Rivian R3 |
| Powertrain | |
| Transmission | Single-speed |
| Plug-in charging | North American Charging System |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,935 mm (115.6 in) |
| Length | 4,715 mm (185.6 in) |
| Height | 1,700 mm (67 in) |
The Rivian R2 is an upcoming all-electric mid-size SUV to be produced by American electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian.
Overview
[edit]The Rivian R2 was revealed on March 7, 2024, alongside the smaller R3, an entry-level compact SUV. The R2 is two-row, five-passenger vehicle designed as a more compact and affordable alternative to the R1S in Rivian's SUV lineup. The proposed starting price of $45,000 is significantly less than the R1S, which starts at nearly $75,000.[1] The R2 is planned to be sold globally as Rivian's entry into the European market and the company's first model sold outside of the United States and Canada.[2] The charge port has been moved to the rear driver's side to accomodate street charging, which is more common in Europe.[3]
Specifications
[edit]The Rivian R2 is expected to feature LG Energy Solution 4695 cylindrical cells, a newly developed battery format that offers higher energy density and improved thermal management compared to the 2170 cells used in the R1 models.[4] These cells are 46 mm in diameter and 95 mm in height, and supposedly provide over six times the energy capacity per cell.[5] The battery pack is projected to deliver a range of more than 300 miles (480 km) on a single charge, though Rivian has not yet disclosed the full range estimates for different configurations.[6]
Rivian has confirmed that the R2 will be available in multiple powertrain configurations, including single-motor (rear-wheel drive), dual-motor (all-wheel drive), and tri-motor (all-wheel drive).[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Bell, Sebastien (March 7, 2024). "New Rivian R2 Starts From $45,000, Beats Tesla Model Y To 60 MPH". Carscoops. Retrieved March 7, 2024.
- ^ Bell, Sebastien (February 20, 2024). "Rivian R2 Electric SUV Will Be Sold In Europe Too". Carscoops. Retrieved March 7, 2024.
- ^ Stumpf, Rob (August 9, 2024). "The Rivian R2's Charging Port Just Got Much, Much Better". InsideEVs. Retrieved February 6, 2025.
- ^ "LG Energy Solution signs 5-year battery supply deal with Rivian". Reuters. November 7, 2024. Retrieved February 6, 2025.
- ^ Kothari, Suvrat (November 7, 2024). "2026 Rivian R2 Will Get New LG Cells With 'Six Times' The Capacity". InsideEVs. Retrieved February 6, 2025.
- ^ Dorian, Drew (March 7, 2024). "2026 Rivian R2: What We Know So Far". Car and Driver. Archived from the original on January 17, 2025. Retrieved February 6, 2025.
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