Rivian R1T And R1S EPA Range Numbers Released: Over 300 Miles

The results are better than the anticipated 300 miles (483 km).

The long-awaited EPA range and efficiency ratings for the upcoming Rivian R1T all-electric pickup and Rivian R1S SUV are in.

In both cases, the EPA Combined range rating for the Launch Edition versions, with “Large Pack” and 21″ wheels are about 5% better than the initial brief estimation of 300 miles (483 km).

The Rivian R1T will be able to go 314 miles (505 km), while the Rivian R1S goes 316 miles (508 km). Other versions might get different results (more on that below).

Let’s recall that the company has not revealed the battery capacity, but we can assume that it’s somewhere around 150 kWh.

2022 Rivian R1S Launch Edition (21″)

In the case of Rivian R1S, the EPA Combined range is 316 miles (508 km). The EPA Highway range is over 6% lower at 296.4 miles (476.9 km), while EPA City is nearly 5% higher at 331.4 miles (533.2 km).

According to the EPA, the Combined energy consumption is 488 Wh/mi (304 Wh/km).

2022 Rivian R1S (21″) :: EPA Range rating by InsideEVs
[Electric Vehicle 5-cycle label]
Combined
City
Highway
316 mi (508 km)
331.4 mi (533.2 km)
296.4 mi (476.9 km)
EPA Energy consumption (including charging losses):
Combined
City
Highway
69 MPGe: 488 Wh/mi (304 Wh/km)
73 MPGe: 462 Wh/mi (287 Wh/km)
65 MPGe: 518 Wh/mi (322 Wh/km)

Rivian released info on how the wheel size will affect the range:

  • 20″ All-Terrain – 10-15% reduction so 269-284 miles (433-457 km)
    21″ Road – 316 miles (508 km)
  • 22″ Sport – 5-10% reduction so 284-300 miles (457-483 km)

“From the hottest places to the coldest — from 130ºF to -25ºF — our battery system was built to explore, delivering an EPA estimated 316 miles of range when paired with 21″ wheels. For 20″ wheels, our estimates show a range reduction of 10-15%, with a 5-10% reduction for 22″ wheels. Estimates may vary depending on driving style and conditions.”

Rivian adds that after launch, there will be also a 250+ mile (402+ km) range version of the R1S. There is no word about the 400+ mile (644+ km) range version.

R1T vs R1S

When we compare the range and energy consumption numbers between the two models, it turns out that the R1T has less range than the R1S. That’s not a surprise. However, how is it possible that at the same time, the R1T has lower energy consumption? Assuming the same battery and charging system, it might be a bug in the data.

Anyway, the energy consumption of Rivian EVs is higher than any other EV on the market.

EV Comparison Side-by-Side by InsideEVs
Model2022 Rivian R1T (21″)
[A]
Difference
[A] / [B]
2022 Rivian R1S (21″)
[B]
DriveAWD AWD
Battery150 kWh*0%150 kWh*
EPA Range
Combined314 mi
(505 km)
-0.6%316 mi
(508 km)
City331.8 mi
(534 km)
0.1%331.4 mi
(533 km)
Highway292.9 mi
(471 km)
-1.2%296.4 mi
(477 km)
Specs
0-60 mph3 s0%3 s
Top speed   
Peak power   
EPA Energy Consumption (including charging losses)
Combined70 MPGe: 481 Wh/mi (299 Wh/km)1.4%69 MPGe: 488 Wh/mi (304 Wh/km)
City74 MPGe: 455 Wh/mi (283 Wh/km)1.4%73 MPGe: 462 Wh/mi (287 Wh/km)
Highway66 MPGe: 511 Wh/mi (317 Wh/km)1.5%65 MPGe: 518 Wh/mi (322 Wh/km)
Prices
MSRP$67,500*-3.6%$70,000*
Dest. Charge   
Tax Credit$7,500 $7,500
Effective Price$60,000-4%$62,500

* estimated/unofficial values

Gallery: Rivian R1S


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