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🔍 What is the Rivian R1S

• The Rivian R1S is a three-row, all-electric luxury SUV made by Rivian, an American EV company. Wikipedia+2Car and Driver+2

• Production started around 2022, and it shares much of its platform and parts with the Rivian R1T pickup (same skateboard chassis, battery packs, etc.). Wikipedia+2Car and Driver+2

• Its aim is to combine off-road capability, utility (seating for up to 7, cargo, towing), luxury comfort, and high performance. Tom's Guide+2Car and Driver+2

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🛠 Latest Specs, Features & Versions (2024-2025)

Here are the key specs and what’s new/upgraded in the more recent models (2024/2025) of the Rivian R1S:

Feature	Detail
Trims / Powertrain Options	Multiple configurations: Dual-Motor AWD (base), “Performance” Dual-Motor, Tri-Motor, and upcoming Quad-Motor versions. MotorTrend+2Autoblog+2
Horsepower & Torque	Base Dual-Motor: ~ 533 hp and ~ 610 lb-ft torque. Performance Dual-Motor: about 665 hp / ~ 829 lb-ft. Tri-Motor: ~ 850 hp / ~ 1,103 lb-ft. Quad-Motor is expected to add even more. Autoblog+1
Acceleration	Base Dual: 0-60 mph in ~ 4.5 seconds. Performance Dual around ~ 3.5 seconds. Tri/Quad versions are even faster (≈ 2.5-3 seconds for higher trims). MotorTrend+1
Battery Packs & Range	Several battery pack options: Standard, Large, Max. The Max pack in newer trims gives up to ~ 410 miles EPA estimated range. Others give less: e.g., ~ 330 miles, ~ 270 miles depending on battery + trim. US News Cars+2Car and Driver+2
Charging	DC fast-charging peak rate up to ~ 210-220 kW in many trims. Onboard AC charging is ~ 11.5 kW. Car and Driver+1
Dimensions & Capacity	Seating for 7, three rows. Cargo capacity with rows folded is large; lots of stowage; front trunk (“frunk”) included. Air suspension is able to adjust ride height for better clearance off-road or better aerodynamics on the highway. Tom's Guide+2Car and Driver+2
Other Features	High-end infotainment, vegan leather interiors, a panoramic roof, multiple USB/120V outlets, and advanced driver assistance systems. Some trims/updates include newer UI graphics, lighter wiring (new electrical architecture), and improved driving assistance features. Car and Driver+1

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✅ Advantages & Strengths

What makes the Rivian R1S a compelling option:

1. Strong Performance + Luxury
   It doesn’t feel like a “just big electric SUV”; in performance trims, it accelerates very nicely, with sport-SUV levels of speed. At the same time, interior comfort and materials are of high quality. MotorTrend+1

2. Impressive Range for Its Size
   For a three-row SUV, getting 400+ miles (in some trims/battery packs) is notable. Owners who need both space & road-trip capability benefit. US News Cars+1

3. Off-Road & Utility Capabilities
   Air suspension, good ground clearance, towing capacity, rugged build, etc. These allow use not just in urban/suburban settings but also for adventure / outdoors. Tom's Guide+1

4. High Tech / Modern Features
   Modern battery tech, good charging rates, driver assistance, configurable interiors, etc. Plus, Rivian has been improving software and architecture (new interfaces, updated motors, etc.). Car and Driver+1

5. Versatility
   Ability to carry 7 people with cargo, fold seats, and lots of storage compartments. It can serve both as a family SUV and an off-grid adventure vehicle.

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💲 Pricing & Versions

Here’s an outline of what it costs in the U.S. (MSRP) and what trims exist (as of 2025):

Trim / Version	Starting Price (USD)	Key Features / Range Notes
Adventure Dual Standard	≈ $75,900	Base dual-motor, entry-level; lower range relative to higher trims. US News Cars
Adventure Dual Large	≈ $82,900	Larger battery pack → better range (~330 miles). More features and larger wheels. US News Cars
Adventure Dual Max	≈ $89,900	Uses “Max” battery for the highest available range in dual-motor configuration (~410 miles). US News Cars
Ascend Tri Max	≈ $105,900	Tri-motor powertrain, more power, advanced features, top‐end trim. US News Cars
California Dune Edition	≈ $107,700	Special edition with off-road styling, unique paint, etc. Sometimes the same pricing as Tri Max. Car and Driver+1

• The starting price in recent models is around $78,450 for base configurations. Car and Driver+1

• The top trims can go over $100,000 depending on options, powertrain (Tri or Quad motor), battery pack, etc. US News Cars+1

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⚠ Things to Consider / Limitations

While the R1S is impressive, there are some trade-offs & limitations:

• Weight & Size: It’s a large, heavy SUV. That means higher energy use under certain conditions (e.g., highway, when fully loaded) and possibly more challenging parking/maneuvering in tight spaces.

• Range Drops in Real-World Use: As with all EVs, towing, full load, high-speed highway, or extreme weather will reduce range significantly. Some real-world highway tests show lower ranges than EPA estimates. Car and Driver

• Price & Premium Costs: The more feature-rich, high-power trims are expensive. Options and battery upgrades add up.

• Charging Infrastructure Dependency: To take advantage of the fast charging and high range, you need access to good DC fast chargers; in some regions, that’s still spotty.

• Potential Software / Feature Gaps: As always with newer / premium EVs, some software or driver assistance features may lag or be updated later. Also, recall/updates may occur. (E.g., Rivian recently had driver-assistance or headlight recalls for some R1S / R1T models) New York Post+1

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🌐 Where R1S Stands in the Market & Comparison

• It rivals other luxury EV SUVs like Tesla Model X, Lucid Gravity, Mercedes EQ SUV models, etc., particularly in performance plus family utility. Because of the off-road and utility features, it appeals to people who want more than just street performance.

• Offers more ruggedness & utility features than many pure luxury SUVs; may lag luxury finish in some high-end trims vs some competitors, depending on options.

• A good middle ground vs large pickup + trailer (if you don’t need a truck bed) — you get SUV comfort + capability + fewer compromises in daily use.

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⚙ Summary / Key Specs Recap

Here are some fast facts (2025 R1S “Tri-/Quad Max” / high trims):

• ~ 850 hp (Tri-Motor) or up to ~ 1,025 hp in Quad version Autoblog+1

• EPA range up to ~ 410 miles for some high battery versions; lower trims have lower (270-330 miles depending on battery). US News Cars+2Car and Driver+2

• 0-60 mph times: around 2.5-3 seconds for top trims; ~4-5 seconds in base trims. MotorTrend

• Seating 7, foldable rows, lots of cargo space. Tom's Guide+1