# Rivian R1T

- **Range after 3 years**: 95% of original
- **Range after 5 years**: 93% of original  
Expected range based on over 1 billion miles of real world driving data from the Recurrent community of EV owners.

### Community Satisfaction
Rivian's R1T stands out for its innovative design, powerful performance, and luxury features. Slightly larger than a Ford Ranger, it delivers up to 835 horsepower and a towing capacity of 11,000 pounds. Although pricey, its capabilities and performance, including rapid acceleration (0–60 mph in as little as 3.3 seconds), make it a strong contender in the EV truck market.

#### Battery
- **Battery Warranty**: 8 yr / 125k - 175k miles
- **Time to add 100 miles**: 16 - 18 min
- **Peak Charging**: 200 - 220kW
- **Efficiency**: 2 – 2.6 miles / kWh
- **MPGe**: 67 – 86 miles

#### Range
- **Range vs EPA**: Equal
- **Winter Range (32°F)**: 78%
- **Summer Range (90°F)**: 95%

#### Trims
- **Adventure**: 92.5 – 135.0kWh
- **Ascend Tri Max**: 140kWh
- **Dual**: 92.5 - 140kWh
- **Quad Max**: 140kWh
- **Tri**: 140kWh

### Tips for Buying Used
The single most important thing to understand when shopping a used R1T is the Gen 1 / Gen 2 divide. Trucks built from launch through model year 2024 are Gen 1; the 2025 refresh was a deep re-engineering, not a styling update. In Gen 2, Rivian replaced the Bosch-supplied quad-motor drive units with its own in-house "Ascend" motors, and swapped the old domain-based wiring for a simpler zonal electrical architecture. For a used buyer this matters two ways: Gen 2 is mechanically and electrically newer with fewer supplier dependencies, while Gen 1 trucks are the ones with the longest real-world service history and the most documented quirks.

Know the configuration you are looking at. Gen 1 came as Dual-Motor, Performance Dual-Motor, and Quad-Motor. Battery packs were Standard (LFP chemistry on the smallest pack), Large (the most common), and Max. Note that Quad-Motor and the Max pack were not always offered together, and availability shifted year to year, so verify the actual build rather than assuming. Gen 2 (2025+) offers Dual, Tri, and Quad motor setups with substantially higher outputs.

Early-build Gen 1 trucks have well-documented owner-forum issues worth inspecting for: 12V/accessory battery faults, infotainment freezes, wind/seal noise, and front-end/driveline complaints on higher-mileage examples. Confirm all open recalls have been completed via the VIN at nhtsa.gov.

### Model Years
**2022** — Launch year. Available only as Quad-Motor with the Large battery; Launch Edition and Adventure packages began the rollout. Storage highlights include the front trunk (frunk), the full-width Gear Tunnel, and a power tonneau option.

**2023** — Powertrain choices expanded. The Enduro-based Dual-Motor and Performance Dual-Motor were introduced. The Max pack reached customers this year. Software improved through over-the-air updates.

**2024** — Continued availability of Dual, Performance Dual, and Quad motors across Standard, Large, and Max packs with some pairing restrictions. The 2024 R1T earned IIHS Top Safety Pick+. This is the last Gen 1 model year.

**2025** — The Gen 2 re-engineering. Rivian moved all motors in-house and introduced the new zonal electrical architecture. Configurations became Dual, Tri, and Quad, with much higher peak outputs.

### How it Compares
The R1T and R1S are mechanical siblings— they share most components, the same skateboard chassis, drive-unit and battery options, and software. The defining difference is body style. The R1T is a five-seat pickup with an open 4.5-foot bed; the R1S is a three-row SUV that seats up to seven.

For families, the R1S is the clear choice: weather-protected cargo and three rows of seating. Within the consumer range, the R1T and R1S sit at the top on price and capability.

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### FAQ
**What can the R1T's gear tunnel, frunk, and bed actually hold?**  
The R1T has an open bed (about 4.5 feet long), a lockable front trunk (frunk) of roughly 11 cubic feet, a small compartment under the bed floor, and the full-width Gear Tunnel.

**How much can a Rivian R1T tow?**  
The R1T is rated to tow up to 11,000 pounds, so plan stops accordingly since towing reduces driving range substantially.

**What are the most common problems on used R1Ts?**  
On Gen 1 trucks, issues include 12V/accessory-battery faults, infotainment freezes, wind and seal noise, and front-end/driveline parts. Confirm open recalls are closed via nhtsa.gov.

**What to consider when buying used R1Ts?**  
Rivian is a young automaker with a still-growing service-center footprint. Factor service access into your buying decision.