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Adventure electric SUV · 4W · Launched 2022
USD 77,700 - 105,900 (US market)
≈ ₹63.90 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
660 km
Battery
141 kWh
Top speed
209 km/h
Charge
11 hr
Power
850 bhp
Seats
7
Rivian's R1S adventure SUV. Priced at USD 77,700 (Dual Standard) to USD 105,900 (Quad Performance) in the US — not officially sold globally. Up to 410 miles (660 km) EPA range. Quad-motor variant does 0-60 mph in 2.5 s. Sibling to R1T pickup on same skateboard platform.
Best for
US adventure-SUV buyers wanting 7-seat, off-road capability, and Rivian brand cachet
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Rivian Automotive in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Drive Unit failure on early Quad-Motor (recall + lifetime warranty added)
Reported in earlier models — Rivian Automotive has released fixes for newer batches.
Infotainment freezes (resolved via OTA)
Reported in earlier models — Rivian Automotive has released fixes for newer batches.
12V battery drain
Reported in earlier models — Rivian Automotive has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 141 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 660 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 11 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 41 min (220kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 2,80,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 209 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 850 bhp |
| Torque | 1198 Nm |
| Motor type | Quad PMSM |
| Drive type | AWD |
| Kerb weight | 3100 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 380 mm |
| Boot space | 1880 litres |
| Seating | 7 seats |
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Rivian Automotive R1S
USD 77,700 - 105,900 (US market)
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The Rivian Automotive R1S scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: US adventure-SUV buyers wanting 7-seat, off-road capability, and Rivian brand cachet. Key strength: 7-seat with proper third row usability. Main consideration: usd 77,700+ pricing.
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