I like the look of the R2. Really like the R1S.
2026 Rivian R2 First Review
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No no what??
It's in between the spark plugs and transfer case! But the spark plugs are on the other end of the "car" from the "Engin case" !!
American company pretty embarrassing
I think it might be AI now that I see how bad it is. I'm going to delete it. Thanks.
It sounds like this R2 is going to make or break them.
"It’s a full day excursion. That being said, they’re really good about sending a service truck to my house, and I’m being told Trenton is close. I wouldn’t let the service center determine your decision."
Buster are you going to buy one?
I don't know but it has my attention. I want to get back into an SUV, maybe even a car. I don't utilize the bed of the pickup enough and I'm nearing the end of the powertrain warranty.
I was looking at 4Runner Limited trims due to the torsen center diff full time 4WD but this R2 has me re-thinking that.
So far from what I've read it seems like they nailed it with the R2. Has plenty of range, power and utility. The question and concerns remain around - reliability and fact that Rivian is very small.
I really like that it's USA made too.
My wife is sold on everything but the looks!
Nice. I personally like the looks but obviously subjective.
I think they nailed it and achieved what they set out to. The question now is how consumers respond to it and whether this can keep Rivian afloat.
What happens if they folded?
It's no secret that this is the make it or break it vehicle for Rivian. The business case is for it to sell in sufficient quantities to make Rivian profitable. They have learned a lot. The vehicle is right in so many ways... The Model Y is the #1 success story in recent automobile history; nothing else is even close. The R2 has the Y market share squarely in its sights.
I like it a lot. My question is, is there a big enough market for a dual purpose rig, on and off road vehicle? Can it take market share? Current interest rates and economic conditions present challenges to the industry...
A big thanks to @buster for alerting me to the R2. Would I buy one? Probably not. If I were in the market for an SUV, it would be the Model Y and then the Lex RZ350e. But who knows? Interesting times ahead.
I like it a lot. My question is, is there a big enough market for a dual purpose rig, on and off road vehicle? Can it take market share? Current interest rates and economic conditions present challenges to the industry...
A big thanks to @buster for alerting me to the R2. Would I buy one? Probably not. If I were in the market for an SUV, it would be the Model Y and then the Lex RZ350e. But who knows? Interesting times ahead.
I agree. I have personally been waiting for an SUV on/off-road capable EV. I'm in no rush and not settled on anything but this has my attention for sure. It checks off most of the boxes.
I know we've discussed vehicles, but I'm wondering, do you drive 4wd trails that need 4wd, maybe locking diffs, etc.? Anywhere east of the Mississippi, you're not far from civilization, rarely if ever without cell service, and there's not many places to get off the beaten track, that isn't private property. So do you really need great 4wd trail capability, or is it more just liking the idea of having the ability? That's fine of course, but if you never will use the capability, maybe that changes your priorities.
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