American automaker and technology company Rivian today announced the first public customer deliveries of the new R2 mid-size SUV. In preparation of these external deliveries, R2 vehicles have been rolling off the production line at the company's Normal, Illinois manufacturing facility as Rivian employees started taking delivery in April. Also beginning today, Rivian is extending invitations to order for existing R2 reservation holders on a rolling basis.
R2—a mid-size electric SUV that brings Rivian's design, performance and technology to a significantly broader audience—was first unveiled on March 7, 2024, in Laguna Beach, California. Almost two years later and after multiple lifetimes of mileage accumulation, testing and validation across the most demanding climates and terrain in North America, R2 is meeting its first public customers.
Deliveries begin with R2 Performance with Launch Package (starting at $57,9901) with R2 Premium configurations to follow in late 2026 and multiple R2 Standard configurations through 2027.
A Journey Years in the Making
Following its unveiling, R2 entered a multi-year development and validation program. Across the program, every R2 in Rivian's development fleet accumulated tens of thousands of miles from coast to coast. Engineering teams validated R2 in temperatures and conditions from scorching deserts to frozen tundras, ranging from -45°F (-43°C) to 122°F (50°C) across extremely challenging terrains.
R2 is built on a new mid-size platform engineered for a more accessible price point. At nearly 2,000 lbs lighter than R1 and sitting on a shorter 115.6-inch wheelbase, R2 is responsive and maneuverable in urban environments while retaining Rivian's off-road DNA, with 9.6 inches of class-leading ground clearance, a 25° approach angle and a 26° departure angle.
R2 features a spacious interior with 40.9 inches of front headroom, 40.4 inches of rear legroom, and a 40/20/40 folding rear seat for hauling long items like skis or lumber. With 90.1 cubic feet of total storage (with seats folded down) spanning from front trunk to the rear cargo area, passengers can pack up to five large suitcases, three backpacks, a stroller and more.
Orders Start Today
Beginning today, R2 reservation holders will start to receive an invitation to configure and order in rolling batches. Customers will receive their invitation based on a variety of factors, the primary factors being when the reservation was made and their delivery location. Current Rivian owners will receive accelerated delivery timing, balanced alongside deliveries to non-owners to keep the line moving for everyone. Customers with a lease that ends soon can enter expiring lease information in their Rivian account, and that information will be considered where possible.
Once a customer receives an invitation, they will be able to select their trim, color, wheels and interior and confirm their order through their Rivian account. By the end of June, all reservation holders will receive an estimate of when they can expect their order invitation.
The first vehicle available to order is R2 Performance with Launch Package starting at $57,990. This comes with Autonomy+ included featuring Universal Hands-Free assisted driving across 3.5 million miles of roads in the U.S. and Canada. Performance with Launch Package will also offer:
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive producing 656 horsepower and 609 lb-ft of torque
- 0–60 mph in as quick as 3.6 seconds
- An EPA-estimated range of up to 330 miles
- Semi-active suspension (unique to Performance trim)
- Exclusive option of Launch Green exterior color (paid upgrade)
- Special Rivian Green anodized key fob
- Tow Package with an integrated 2-inch hitch receiver and 4,400 pounds of towing capacity
R2 Premium trim will arrive in late 2026 starting at $53,990. R2 Standard trim begins in early 2027 with RWD Long Range starting at $48,490. An additional R2 Standard version will arrive in Summer 2027 starting at $44,990. If a customer prefers to wait for a future R2 version, they will be notified as they become available to order. Once an order is confirmed, customers can take delivery within 2–6 weeks.
