# Rivian R1S

Rivian's large seven-seat electric SUV, sold in the US with two, three or four motors and several battery sizes.

- Powertrain: Electric
- Body: SUV
- Seats: 7
- Names and versions: 2025–2026 versions named by motors and pack (Dual Standard, Dual Large, Dual Max, Tri Max, Quad Max); 2027 versions named Premium, Premium Long Range, Performance and Quad
- URL: https://charjin.com/cars/rivian/r1s
- Last checked: 2026-10-18

## Is the Rivian R1S worth considering?

On Edmunds' mixed route the 2025 R1S came within 3–6% of its EPA ranges, but Car and Driver's 75 mph test gave a Tri-Motor Max only 250 miles, and no version uses less than 39 kWh/100 mi on the EPA cycle. It suits buyers who need seven seats, towing and off-road ability more than efficiency, and the recall list is long.

## Official figures

| Figure | Value | Conditions | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official range | 258–410 miles | EPA, 2026 US models on fueleconomy.gov: 258 miles for the Dual Standard on 20-inch wheels up to 410 miles for the Dual Max on 22-inch wheels. Rivian's 2027 site lists 329 miles (Premium), 410 miles (Premium Long Range), 371 miles (Performance Tri-Motor) and 374 miles (Quad). | Market or version specific | https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/49719.shtml |
| Battery | Not published | Rivian's R1S page names battery packs (Standard, Long Range, Max) by range but gives no capacity. | Local check needed | https://rivian.com/r1s |
| Rapid charging | Not published | Rivian's R1S page gives no DC charging rate or time. Car and Driver reports that Rivian has not quoted charge rates for 2026 models, that earlier versions peaked at 210 kW, and that 2026 cars switch to a NACS port. | Local check needed | https://rivian.com/r1s |
| Efficiency | From 39 kWh/100 mi | EPA combined, 2026 and 2027 US models: 39–40 kWh/100 mi for dual-motor versions on 22-inch wheels, rising to 50 kWh/100 mi for the Quad on 20-inch all-terrain tyres. | Market or version specific | https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/49719.shtml |

## Independent tests

Summary: 2 of 3 comparable claims hold up; 5 tests from 3 testers.

| Tester | Kind | Measured | Official | Share of claim | Verdict | Version and conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmunds (2026-09) | Range | 386 mi | 410 mi EPA | 94% | Close | 2025 Rivian R1S Performance Dual Motor, Max pack, 22-inch wheels; Edmunds route, about 60% city and 40% highway, climate on auto at 72 °F, 99 °F ambient, US | https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/electric-car-range-and-consumption-epa-vs-edmunds.html |
| Edmunds (2026-09) | Range | 361 mi | 371 mi EPA | 97% | Holds up | 2025 Rivian R1S Tri-Motor, Max pack, 22-inch wheels; Edmunds route, about 60% city and 40% highway, climate on auto at 72 °F, 80 °F ambient, US | https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/electric-car-range-and-consumption-epa-vs-edmunds.html |
| Edmunds (2026-09) | Range | 330 mi | 316 mi EPA | 104% | Beats the claim | 2022 Rivian R1S Launch Edition (first generation); Edmunds route, about 60% city and 40% highway, climate on auto at 72 °F, 80 °F ambient, US | https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/electric-car-range-and-consumption-epa-vs-edmunds.html |
| Car and Driver (2026) | Range | 250 mi |  |  |  | Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (model year and wheels not stated on the page); 75 mph constant highway, US; 54 MPGe recorded | https://www.caranddriver.com/rivian/r1s |
| NHTSA (2026-10) | Recalls | 22 campaigns |  |  |  | Rivian R1S, US market; Model years 2022–2027: 22V641, 22V744, 23V109, 23V159, 23V233, 23V783, 23V883, 24V319, 24V367, 24V408, 24V458, 24V686, 24V827, 25V085, 25V370, 25V387, 25V537, 25V585, 26V003, 26V009, 26V508, 26V597 | https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=RIVIAN&model=R1S&modelYear=2025 |

Verdicts: Beats the claim (103% or more), Holds up (95–103%), Close (85–95%), Falls short (below 85%). Winter results are reported, not judged. Method: https://charjin.com/methodology#evidence-check

Cite as: Charjin car file, "Rivian R1S", checked 18 October 2026, https://charjin.com/cars/rivian/r1s