DecodedCarsRivian R1S
6 model years from 2022 to 2027, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2022–2027
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Latest engines
- Electric
- EV range
- up to 410 mi
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 22 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2023 (76)
- Fewest problems
- 2022
- Interest
- 4,312 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2026 R1S in brief
The 2026 Rivian R1S is a standard SUV powered by electricity and part-time 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 201 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 7,068 lb.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 410 miles and takes about 9.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
The Rivian R1S has 6 model years in our data, from 2022 to 2027.
Owners most often report problems with the unknown or other (36), air bags (34), electrical system (30).
Buying used? 2024 has the fewest problems in our data.
2022 has the most recalls (13); all years together count 22 campaigns and 168 owner complaints.
How the 2022 R1S compares
The 2022 Rivian R1S is a standard SUV powered by electricity and part-time 4-wheel drive.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 316 miles and takes about 13 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
About the Rivian R1S
The Rivian R1S is an all-electric, seven-passenger, full-size, off-road SUV manufactured by Rivian. Customer deliveries started in 2022, after 10 years under development. Depending on the configuration, it has either two, three, or four electric motors.
From the Wikipedia article "Rivian R1S", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2026 R1S pros & cons
Full 2026 details →What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 410 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Strong performanceUp to 533 hp, versus about 280 hp for similar 2026 models.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Best and worst years to buy used
2024 R1S
17 owner complaints · 7 recalls · 5 crash reports
None of the 3 model years we compared stands out for complaints or recalls.
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 3 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
Compare head to head
R1S changes by model year
- 2025
- Longest EV range up from 400 to 410 miles
- 2024
- Longest EV range up from 352 to 400 miles
- 2023
- Longest EV range up from 316 to 352 miles
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 6 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Electric | 410 mi | – | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 | Electric | 410 mi | 200.8 in | 7,068 lb | Not rated | 3 | 14 |
| 2025 | Electric | 410 mi | 200.8 in | 7,068 lb | Not rated | 11 | 55 |
| 2024 | Electric | 400 mi | 200.8 in | 7,068 lb | Not rated | 7 | 17 |
| 2023 | Electric | 352 mi | 200.8 in | 7,068 lb | Not rated | 10 | 76 |
| 2022 | Electric | 316 mi | – | – | Not rated | 13 | 6 |
Alternatives to the 2026 R1S
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser | 23 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Toyota 4Runner | 23 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Ford Explorer | 24 MPG | Not rated | 15 |
| 2026 Toyota Highlander | 35 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Rivian. How we calculate this →