Rivian R2

The R2 is the Rivian aimed at a lower price than the larger R1 models. It is a five-seat, midsize electric SUV, and for now it is a car you reserve rather than buy: Rivian lists it as coming in 2027, with a refundable $100 deposit that holds a place in the queue. Reservations are open in the US and Canada, with more locations promised, and reservation holders will be invited later to configure and buy their vehicle. Rivian also says it is coming to Europe and invites visitors to sign up for news.

Trims and price

Three trims are shown: Standard, Premium and Performance. Some features, including Adaptive High Beams and the Torch, are limited to the Premium and Performance, and a Launch Package is included with the Performance for a limited time. Rivian lists a starting price of $44,990 in the US, subject to change, with taxes and fees varying by state.

Charging

The R2 uses the NACS charging port, which, Rivian says, gives access to more than 21,000 Tesla Superchargers across the United States and Canada. Rivian states that a 10 to 80 percent charge on a DC fast charger takes under 30 minutes.

Driver assistance and software

Driver assistance features named include Universal Hands-Free driving on marked lanes in the US and Canada, Lane Change on Command, Adaptive High Beams, emergency braking and blind spot warnings. A 60 day trial of Autonomy+ comes with delivery. Rivian says the vehicle improves over time through software updates, and that its in-vehicle software and app are designed to work together.

Key facts

• Seats: five
• Trims: Standard, Premium, Performance
• Charge port: NACS
• Charging: 10 to 80 percent in under 30 minutes (Rivian figure)
• US price from: $44,990 (before taxes and fees)
• Availability: reservations in the US and Canada, listed as coming in 2027