Today, Rivian unveiled the second generation of its flagship R1T and R1S battery electric vehicles. The American automaker said it made “hundreds of hardware improvements” and changed more than half of gen-one’s hardware components to build gen-two.
The updates to Rivian’s iconic truck and SUV platform are primarily functional — including a decreased carbon footprint over the vehicle’s expected lifetime, greater power, more range, and improved suspension. However, the second-gen R1T and R1S will also offer new interior options and exterior colors.

“We continue to evolve our flagship R1 vehicles, offering quality and performance without compromise,” Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scaringe said in a press release. “Our revamped R1S and R1T push the technical boundaries further, creating our most capable products to date.”
Here’s the rundown on what’s new with the second-gen Rivian R1T and R1S.
Rivian: Gen-Two Reveal
Performance
In addition to a fully redesigned suspension system and air springs, Rivian claims to provide a smoother ride. Rivian also retooled its motors and battery packs to achieve a claimed 420-mile range for the “Large” and “Max” battery packs. The value-oriented “Standard” battery pack will offer up to 270 miles on a full charge. Improved heat pumps aid the improved range while also “improving rider temperature comfort.”


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