
134: Rivian R2 - Prices, Range & Specs Confirmed
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March 13, 2026 · 1h 20m · Episode 134
About this episode
This episode discusses the confirmed prices, range, and specifications of the Rivian R2 electric vehicle.
All trims use an 87.9 kWh usable battery. Here are the trims in order of release date: Performance (Dual AWD) — $57,990 w/ Launch Package — Spring 2026 656 hp / 609 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 3.6s Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated) Premium (Dual AWD) — $53,990 — Late 2026 450 hp / 537 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 4.6s Up to 330 miles (EPA-estimated) Standard RWD Long Range — $48,490 — Early 2027 350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 5.9s Up to 345 miles (Rivian-estimated) Standard RWD (base) — ~$45,000 — Late 2027 350 hp / 355 lb-ft torque 0–60 mph in 5.9s Up to 275 miles (Rivian-estimated) All prices exclude the $1,495 destination and freight charge. Performance & Capability Nearly 2,000 lbs lighter than R1 with a 115.6-inch wheelbase 9.6 inches of ground clearance, 25° approach angle, 26° departure angle 19.7 inches of wading depth Up to 4,400 lbs towing capacity (optional on most trims) Semi-active suspension exclusive to Performance trim Charging Native NACS port with Supercharger network access; CCS adapter support 10–80% charge in 29 minutes Technology Rivian Autonomy: L2 hands-free driving on 3.5M miles of US/Canada roads — $49.99/month or $2,500 one-time; free lifetime…
Topics covered
- electric vehicles
- Rivian R2
- automotive specifications
- battery technology
- vehicle performance
Keywords
- Rivian R2
- electric vehicle
- battery capacity
- performance specs
- towing capacity
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Rivian
Products: Rivian R2
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