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The 2027 Rivian R2 Lives Up To The Hype

Oct 2, 2026

2027 Rivian R2 Review & Trim Breakdown

The 2027 Rivian R2 is the brand's first mass-market EV and its third model after the R1T and R1S. Deliveries began on June 9, 2026, with the Performance Launch Edition starting at $59,485, or $22,400 less than the entry-level R1T. A Standard RWD model is set to arrive in 2027 for $46,485. Built on Rivian's all-new midsize platform, the R2 is smaller, simpler, and easier to manufacture, measuring about 3 inches shorter than a Tesla Model Y.

Despite skipping air suspension, the R2 is genuinely trail-ready with 9.6 inches of ground clearance, a 25-degree approach angle, 19.7 inches of water fording, and a 4,400-pound tow rating. The Performance trim makes 656 horsepower and hits 60 mph in 3.6 seconds, while the 87.9 kWh battery delivers an EPA-rated 330 miles. In our real-world highway testing, though, range landed closer to 270 to 280 miles. Add in a class-leading 5.2 cubic foot frunk, 28.7 cubic feet of rear cargo space, and DC fast charging that beat Rivian's own 10 to 80% claim, and the R2 makes a strong case as one of the best all-around EVs on the market.

Standard RWD

  • Price: $46,485 with destination

  • Availability: Summer 2027

  • Powertrain: 350 hp, 355 lb-ft, 0 to 60 in 5.9 seconds

  • Range: 275 miles (preliminary)

  • Wheels: 19-inch

  • Notable Features: Heated front seats and steering wheel, Standard Audio system

Standard RWD Long Range

  • Price: $49,985 with destination

  • Availability: Spring 2027

  • Powertrain: 350 hp, 355 lb-ft, 0 to 60 in 5.9 seconds

  • Battery & Range: 87.9 kWh | 345 miles

Standard AWD Long Range

  • Price: $53,485 with destination

  • Availability: Spring 2027

  • Powertrain: 450 hp, 537 lb-ft, 0 to 60 in 4.6 seconds

  • Battery & Range: 87.9 kWh | 330 miles

Premium

  • Price: $55,485 with destination

  • Availability: Late 2026

  • Powertrain: 450 hp, 537 lb-ft, 0 to 60 in 4.6 seconds

  • Range: 330 miles

  • Interior: Premium interior with wood accents, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel

  • Audio: Rivian Premium Audio, 975W

  • Notable Features: Matrix LED headlights, tow hooks, Rivian Torch flashlight, optional tow package

Performance with Launch Package

  • Price: $59,485 with destination

  • Availability: Available now

  • Powertrain: 656 hp, 609 lb-ft, 0 to 60 in 3.6 seconds

  • Range: 330 miles, or 307 miles on the 20-inch all-terrains

  • Chassis: Adaptive suspension, 21-inch Performance wheels

  • Notable Features: Compass Yellow brake calipers and badging, Lifetime Autonomy+, tow package, Launch key fob, optional Launch Green paint

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Ever is building the first AI-native, full-stack auto retail platform, starting with electric vehicles. With backgrounds across automotive, consumer technology, and finance from companies such as Uber, Rivian, Tesla, Lyft, and Shopify, the team is reimagining how electric vehicles are bought and sold across the U.S.

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