Rivian R1T

The R1T is Rivian's electric pickup, and it is built for people who want one truck for the school run, the commute and weekends outdoors. For the 2027 model year the US line-up is three trims named Premium, Performance and Quad, which replace the earlier Dual, Tri and Quad labels.

Trims and performance

The Premium trim has two motors and all-wheel drive, with 533 horsepower and 610 lb-ft of torque, and Rivian quotes 0 to 60 mph in as little as 4.5 seconds. A power upgrade option raises that to 665 horsepower and 829 lb-ft, with 0 to 60 mph in as little as 3.4 seconds. The Performance trim has three motors, 850 horsepower and 1,103 lb-ft, and reaches 60 mph in as little as 2.9 seconds. The Quad trim has 1,025 horsepower and 1,198 lb-ft. Rivian quotes 2.5 seconds to 60 mph and a 10.5 second quarter mile for the Quad with Launch Mode, which it restricts to closed tracks.

Range and wheels

Rivian gives EPA-estimated range of up to 420 miles for the Premium Long Range, 371 miles for the Performance and 374 miles for the Quad, based on 22 inch wheels unless stated. With 20 inch Adventure wheels the figures become 300 miles for the Premium, 380 miles for the Premium Long Range and 348 miles for the Performance. The Adventure all-season wheel and tyre is standard on the Premium and is offered at no cost on the Performance. Rivian notes that range varies with tyres, drive modes, weather, climate control use and accessories.

Price and software

The starting price in the US is $79,990 before taxes and fees. Rivian says its vehicles are fully connected and improve over time, with in-vehicle software and a phone app that work together.

Key facts

• Model year: 2027
• Trims: Premium, Performance, Quad
• Power: 533 hp (Premium), 850 hp (Performance), 1,025 hp (Quad)
• Range: up to 420 miles (EPA, Premium Long Range, 22 inch wheels)
• US price from: $79,990 (before taxes and fees)