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Rivian R1S
Car and Driver says the Rivian R1S SUV makes a bold statement, bolstered for 2026 with the arrival of a new Quad-Motor version packing a claimed 1,025 horsepower and hardware that controls each wheel fully independently for better traction and less dynamic drama on and off-road, with less expensive two- and three-motor versions still on the menu, all offering three-row, seven-passenger functionality, an adjustable air-spring suspension with 15 inches of ground clearance, and a max range of 410 miles. MotorTrend rates the 2026 R1S 9.5/10, saying it arrives mostly unchanged after its substantial 2025 update aside from one key feature, a new NACS charging port allowing Tesla Supercharger access adapter-free, calling few vehicles as capable and well rounded, with genuine three-row practicality, high-end materials, and serious all-terrain abilities, though the far-back seats are small and tricky to access and cargo space is limited with all seats up, offset by a large frunk.
A new 1,025-hp Quad-Motor for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Rivian R1S SUV makes a bold statement, bolstered for 2026 with the arrival of a new Quad-Motor version packing a claimed 1,025 horsepower and hardware that controls each wheel fully independently for better traction and less dynamic drama on and off-road, with less expensive two- and three-motor versions still on the menu.
Three-row capability, 410 miles of range
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says all versions offer three-row, seven-passenger functionality, an adjustable air-spring suspension with 15 inches of ground clearance, and a max range of 410 miles.
Now with Tesla Supercharger access
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) rates the 2026 R1S 9.5/10, saying the big news is a new NACS charging port allowing Tesla Supercharger access adapter-free, calling few vehicles as capable and well rounded, though the far-back seats are small and tricky to access and cargo space is limited with all seats up, offset by a large frunk.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Rivian R1S Quad-Motor have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a claimed 1,025 hp.
Can the Rivian R1S charge at Tesla Superchargers?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says yes, for 2026 it gains a NACS port for adapter-free access.
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The 2027 Rivian R1S is built around Dual, tri, or quad electric motors, rated at 533 / 665 / 850 / 1,025 horsepower across its electric three-row SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 3 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2027 R1S seats 6 or 7 and is a Electric three-row SUV.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 R1S.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 Rivian R1S
Premium is the dual-motor trim (533 hp standard, 665 hp with an optional power upgrade); Performance is the tri-motor trim at 850 hp; Quad is the flagship four-motor trim at 1,025 hp.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
5 indexed Rivian R1S model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Rivian R1S | 1 | 2027 record → |
| 2026 Rivian R1S | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Rivian R1S | 2025 record → | |
| 2024 Rivian R1S | 2024 record → | |
| 2023 Rivian R1S | 2023 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Rivian R1S.
The Rivian R1S is an all-electric, seven-passenger, full-size, off-road SUV manufactured by Rivian. Customer deliveries started in 2022, after 10 years under development. Depending on the configuration, it has either two, three, or four electric motors.
- Features and trims
- The entry-level trim was called the Explore package, which included matte-black interior finishes and heated vegan leather seats. In August 2022, Rivian announced it had discontinued the Explore package citing low demand, simplified assembly and supply chain constraints that would be alleviated with a single option. By eliminating the base trim, Rivian effectively increased prices.
- Awards
- R1S SUV as an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ for the 2023 model year. 2024 Rivian Earns Most-Loved Brand Title from Consumer Reports
- Design
- With a 0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) time of 3 seconds, due to its 835 hp (623 kW; 847 PS) combined output power, the R1S shares 91% of its components with the company's R1T, noted for its low center of gravity.
- Powertrain
- As announced in 2018, the R1S was designed with three battery capacities and power outputs; all planned versions included four traction motors, in which each wheel is driven by an independent traction motor, allowing full-time all-wheel drive with torque vectoring.
- Interior
- Pet comfort mode maintains a user-selected temperature inside the car when the driver is away from the vehicle. A five-passenger option deleting the third row was discontinued in March 2022 before production vehicles began to be delivered; all R1Ss are seven-passenger, three-row vehicles.
- Chassis
- The vehicle has an air suspension which allows for a maximum ground clearance of 14.9 in (380 mm), with individual wheels cross-linked to reduce body lean during cornering. In addition, there is a "Camp Mode" that allows the vehicle to level itself when parked on irregular terrain. Maximum wading depth in water is 43.1 in (1.09 m).
Source: Rivian R1S (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Rivian R1S at a glance
- Production
- 2022–present
- Model years
- 2022–present
- Assembly
- United States: Normal, Illinois
- Class
- Full-size SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Power output
- 0 hp
- Battery
- 7,776 cells (2170 type) in a nine-module assembly for the 135 kWh liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack 1 cell in door torch for 7,777 cells
- Electric range
- 316 miles
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- IWD 4x4
- Wheelbase
- 121.1 in
- Length
- 200.8 in
- Width
- 79.3 in
- Height
- 71.5 in
- Curb weight
- 7068 lb
- Related models
- Rivian R1T
- Designer
- Paul Hoste (2014)
Recent recalls (11 campaigns across the latest model years)
- September 2026, Back Over Prevention:Software. Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle… Consequence: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- August 2026, Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal. Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number… Consequence: Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.
- January 2026, Seat Belts:Critical Fasteners. Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles. The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies may be improperly tightened. Consequence: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Owners filed 54 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Rivian R1S, most often about unknown or other (14), forward collision avoidance (9), exterior lighting (9).
Year by year
The Rivian R1S across 6 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Rivian R1S | 67–85 | $900–$1,150 | 12 | ||
| 2026 Rivian R1S | 67–85 | $900–$1,150 | 25 | 2 | |
| 2025 Rivian R1S | 68–85 | $900–$1,100 | 22 | 10 | 51 |
| 2024 Rivian R1S | 63–82 | $900–$1,200 | 24 | 6 | 16 |
| 2023 Rivian R1S | 63–78 | $950–$1,200 | 10 | 9 | 73 |
| 2022 Rivian R1S | 69 | $1,100 | 1 | 12 | 4 |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Rivian R1S, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to 2027 | 25 to 12 | 334 to 350 | Labels: R1S Performance (20in AT), R1S Performance (20in), R1S Performance (22in), R1S Premium (20in AT), and 8 more | Labels: R1S All-Terrain Dual Large (20in), R1S All-Terrain Dual Large Plus (20in), R1S All-Terrain Dual Max (20in), R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Max (20in), and 21 more | |
| 2025 to 2026 | 22 to 25 | 76.5 to 76.0 | Labels: R1S Quad Max (20in AT), R1S Quad Max (22in UHP), R1S Quad Max (22in) | ||
| 2024 to 2025 | 24 to 22 | 72.5 to 76.5 | 328 to 334 | Labels: R1S All-Terrain Dual Large Plus (20in), R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Max (20in), R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Large Plus (20in), R1S All-Terrain Tri Max (20in), and 10 more; Drives: 4-Wheel Drive | Labels: R1S All-Terrain Dual Standard Plus (20in), R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Max (20in), R1S All-Terrain Quad Large (20 inch), R1S AT Performance Dual Standard Plus (20in), and 12 more; Drives: All-Wheel Drive |
| 2023 to 2024 | 10 to 24 | 70.5 to 72.5 | 313 to 328 | Labels: R1S All-Terrain Dual Large (20in), R1S All-Terrain Dual Max (20in), R1S All-Terrain Dual Standard Plus (20in), R1S All-Terrain Performance Dual Large (20in), and 20 more | Labels: R1S (20 inch wheels), R1S (21 inch wheels), R1S (22 inch wheels), R1S 20 inch All-Terrain, and 6 more |
| 2022 to 2023 | 1 to 10 | 69.0 to 70.5 | 316 to 313 | Labels: R1S (20 inch wheels), R1S (21 inch wheels), R1S (22 inch wheels), R1S 20 inch All-Terrain, and 6 more; Drives: All-Wheel Drive | Labels: R1S |
Buying used
What the Rivian R1S recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | seat belts (critical fasteners); exterior lighting (turn signal) | None |
| 2025 | 10 | vehicle speed control (cruise control); electrical system (software); exterior lighting (headlights); 6 more | 1 fixable over the air |
| 2024 | 6 | equipment (other); exterior lighting (headlights); air bags (critical fasteners); 3 more | None |
| 2023 | 9 | air bags (side/window); exterior lighting (back up lights); visibility (defroster/defogger/hvac system); 6 more | 1 fixable over the air |
| 2022 | 12 | seat belts (front); suspension (front); air bags (side/window); 7 more | 2 fixable over the air |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| unknown or other | 34 | 23% | 2023 (17) |
| air bags | 33 | 22% | 2023 (29) |
| electrical system | 26 | 18% | 2023 (16) |
| forward collision avoidance | 20 | 14% | 2025 (9) |
| seats | 15 | 10% | 2023 (12) |
| suspension | 13 | 9% | 2023 (8) |
Trim by trim
Every 2026 Rivian R1S trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quad Launch Edition | AWD | Quad Electric Motors | 1,025 | 1,198 | – | 7,700 | – | – |
| Dual Standard | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 533 | 610 | – | 7,700 | – | $78,885 |
| Dual | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 533 | 610 | – | 7,700 | – | $85,885 |
| Tri | AWD | Tri Electric Motors | 850 | 1,103 | – | 7,700 | – | $108,885 |
| Quad | AWD | Quad Electric Motors | 1,025 | 1,198 | – | 7,700 | – | $123,885 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Rivian R1S model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | Quad Electric Motors / Dual Electric Motors / Tri Electric Motors | 533–1,025 | – | 7,700 | – |
| 2025 | 6 | Quad Electric Motors / Tri Electric Motors / Dual Electric Motors | 533–850 | – | 7,700 | – |
| 2024 | 7 | Tri Electric Motors / Dual Electric Motors / Quad Electric Motors | 533–850 | – | 7,700 | – |
| 2023 | 2 | Dual Electric Motors / Electric Motors, Quad | 600–835 | – | 7,700 | – |
| 2022 | 2 | Dual Electric Motors / Electric Motors, Quad | 600–835 | – | 7,700 | – |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Rivian R1S.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | – | – | – | R-1234yf | – |
| 2024 | – | – | – | R-1234yf | – |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Rivian R1S: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
Fewer recalls than this model’s own average
- 2026 Rivian R1S : 2 recalls on file (average across published years is 7.8).
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | not available | seat belts, exterior lighting |
| 2025 | 10 | 51 | electrical system, exterior lighting, seat belts, Vehicle Speed Control |
| 2024 | 6 | 16 | seat belts, equipment, exterior lighting, airbags |
| 2023 | 9 | 73 | airbags, exterior lighting, seat belts, visibility/wipers |
| 2022 | 12 | 4 | seat belts, suspension, airbags, exterior lighting |
| 2021 | not available | ||
| 2020 | not available | ||
| 2019 | not available | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Known gap: the NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Rivian R1S model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream, not returning a genuine zero. Those years are marked "not available" above instead of shown as clean; recall counts for those years are unaffected and come from the separate recalls API, which returned data for every year listed.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Rivian R1S?
Recall count alone can't answer that: it says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record. What federal data can say: 2026 carried fewer recalls than this model's own average. See the model-year table on this page for the exact counts and what they cover.
Q02Which Rivian R1S model years have the cleanest federal recall record?
The 2026 Rivian R1S has 2 recalls on file: below this model's own average of 7.8. A shorter list on file as of this page's data pull is not a guarantee against a future recall.
Q03What are common recall-related problems on the Rivian R1S by model year?
2026: seat belts, exterior lighting. 2025: electrical system, exterior lighting, seat belts, Vehicle Speed Control. 2024: seat belts, equipment, exterior lighting, airbags. 2023: airbags, exterior lighting, seat belts, visibility/wipers. 2022: seat belts, suspension, airbags, exterior lighting.
Q04Why do some Rivian R1S model years show "not available" for complaints?
The NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Rivian R1S model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream instead of the count genuinely being zero. Recall counts for those years are unaffected; they come from a separate NHTSA endpoint that returned data for every year listed.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Buying, records and recalls, Brakes, tires and steering, Climate and electrical.
Trim ladder
1 Rivian R1S trim, each with its own page.
Compared with
Models this Rivian R1S is most often compared with.
Nearest Rivian models
Other Rivian models.
Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 R1S come in?
The 2027 Rivian R1S (electric three-row SUV) comes in 3 trims: Premium, Performance, Quad.
Q02What are the 2027 R1S trims?
The 2027 Rivian R1S trims are Premium, Performance, Quad, listed from the entry Premium up to the top Quad.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 R1S use?
The 2027 Rivian R1S is built around Dual, tri, or quad electric motors, rated at 533 / 665 / 850 / 1,025 horsepower across its electric three-row SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 R1S have?
The 2027 Rivian R1S is rated at 533 / 665 / 850 / 1,025 horsepower (Dual, tri, or quad electric motors).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 R1S?
The 2027 Rivian R1S is offered with Standard AWD.