2027 Rivian R2 first drive: Rivian's second SUV is its best yet - Engadget
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Does This R2 Unit Have a Bad Motivator?
No doubt burned by the serious headaches induced by launching three products at once last time, Rivian is cautiously rolling out the new R2 in four trims from now through late 2027. The only R2 available at launch is the Performance model at $57,990, or in reality $59,485 with the mandatory $1,495 destination charge. However, it makes 656 horsepower and 609 pound-foot of torque from a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup. Zero to 60 mph is a rapid 3.6 seconds, and the EPA-estimated range is 330 miles. The launch edition adds lifetime Autonomy+ (Rivian's L2+ hands-free, eyes-on driving system), whi
Rivian R2 First Drive: The Rivian for the MassesHow’s the interface?
For now, the R2 also benefits mightily from the introduction of true physical controls, dubbed “Halo” dials, on the steering wheel. These two electroplated, injection-molded plastic spinners perform all the expected functions for adjusting seat, mirror, and steering wheel positions; changing infotainment volume; or selecting drive modes. But unlike other automakers, Rivian also allows the halo dials to toggle fore and aft in a similar fashion to paddle shifters—and even tilt inward and outward laterally to make gauge screen widget selections. This allows for changing the climate fan speed, dis
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Rivian R2 First Drive: The Rivian for the Masses
… Ready for Some Power, R2? Rivian hasn't supplied official figures, but despite its less aerodynamic frame, the R2 supposedly has an energy consumption sitting between 3.7 and 3.9 miles per kWh, depending on the model. …
First Drive: The 2027 Rivian R2 entirely changes the EV game
… Off-roading the R2 also revealed Rivian’s next step in traction control programming. Where the R1 tended to spin wheels and roast tires on dirt or rocks, the R2 trundled up small shelf aspects and rugged terrain without nearly as much slip. …
Rivian starts deliveries of its all-important R2 SUV | TechCrunch
… And Rivian is planning on the R2 being very successful from the jump: The company has said it will deliver between 20,000 and 25,000 R2 SUVs by the end of the year. If it accomplishes that feat, Rivian’s R2 would be one of the fastest-scaling EV launches in U.S. history. …
Rivian’s CEO on Tesla’s Cybertruck, Ferrari’s Luce, and What Happens If the R2 Fails
… So in a world where R2s are selling really well, we’d still pursue this. A world where Rivians are not selling well, we’d still pursue this. It just becomes really critical in a world without R2. …
Rivian is pretty sure customers want AI, not Android Auto
… In a recent podcast appearance, the automaker’s software chief Wassym Bensaid dismissed the possibility of Rivian embracing popular third-party infotainment integrations like Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, saying that “deep AI integration” makes “the entire CarPlay debate completely obsolete.” Appe… …
Volkswagen becomes Rivian’s top shareholder, displacing Amazon | TechCrunch
… Rivian started production of the R2 in April and is expected to begin delivering the midsized SUV to customers in the coming weeks. If successful, the VW-Rivian joint venture could lead to future tech licensing deals with other companies or new categories. …
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Rivian under investigation over rear suspension failures on R1 models | TechCrunch
… The probe comes as Rivian is less than two weeks away from starting deliveries of its much-anticipated R2 SUV, which the company expects to sell in much higher volumes than its other cars. …