I Drove the Rivian R2 – Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

Summary by Krater

Review of the Rivian R2, covering its performance trims, pricing, range, dog-friendly features, storage options, charging specifications, autonomous driving tech, and engineering details.

From the video

Answers: What are the features, pros, and cons of the Rivian R2?

• Rivian R2 trim levels and pricing
• Rivian R2 storage solutions and frunk
• Rivian R2 driving experience and suspension
• Rivian R2 battery pack and charging specs
• Rivian R2 autonomous driving and lidar

What it concludes

• The Rivian R2 offers impressive ground clearance of 9.6 inches, aiding off-road accessibility.
• The 88 kWh usable battery pack supports DC fast charging from 10% to 80% in 29 minutes.
• The vehicle features a useful front trunk (frunk) with secure, weather-resistant storage.
• The R2 lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, relying instead on built-in Google Maps and music apps.
• Models without LiDAR at launch will receive it later, affecting advanced autonomous driving timelines.