2024 Rivian R1T Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$69,900 to $87,000

Original MSRP

7.5
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Pros

  • Powerful motors

  • Impressive electric range

  • Premium interior materials

Cons

  • Expensive

  • Options are similarly pricey

  • Polarizing exterior design

7.5
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Look & feel
7/10
Technology
8/10
Performance
9/10
Safety
8/10
Form & function
7/10
Cost-effectiveness
6/10
Photo by Nick Kurczewski. 2024 Rivian R1T front-quarter view.

The 2024 Rivian R1T electric pickup truck is luxurious, powerful, and pricey.

Verdict: Entering its second model year in Canada, the 2024 Rivian R1T offers electric vehicle shoppers several powertrain options, three sizes of battery, and a driving range spanning from 441 to 661 kilometres per charge. Dual- and quad-motor arrangements provide plenty of grunt to get this truck down the road speedily. The cabin is futuristic and airy, outward visibility is excellent, and there are adult-friendly degrees of headroom and legroom no matter where you’re seated. The only caveat is that the R1T—and its sibling the Rivian R1S sport-utility—have a hefty starting price pushing $90,000.
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Love it or loathe it, the Rivian R1T certainly stands out thanks to its boxy design and sheer scale. Stretching 5,511 millimetres long and 1,981 mm high, the R1T is large, but it doesn’t look (or feel) unwieldy. Thanks to its 3,449 mm wheelbase, the R1T has a nicely balanced look and a planted stance. The front wheels are pushed about as far forward as possible, and the wheel wells are nicely filled out by several choices of alloys ranging from 20 to 22 inches in diameter. The smaller 20-inch alloys come as part of the All-Terrain package that adds underbody skid plates and a full-size spare tire.

In total, the R1T is available in a choice of eight exterior colours. Our particular test vehicle was finished in aptly named Rivian Blue (a $3,200 option) and rode on 22-inch Sport Bright alloy wheels. Styling is subjective, but during our week-long test, the colour alone was unanimously praised by onlookers who were intrigued by this big blue beastie.

The same wasn’t always true about the overall design itself. This proved especially true regarding the grille-less front end which features two illuminated ovals that house the headlights. Spanning the width of the front is a similarly illuminated light bar. If you’re old enough to remember, it conjures up misty memories of Mercury-branded vehicles in the 1980s that sported the same design flourish.

The taillights mimic the style of the front light bar, though these didn’t stir up anywhere near the same level of design controversy. Plastic body cladding runs around the entire lower half of the R1T, and a small black spoiler is subtly perched at the rear of the cabin’s roof. It’s not conventionally pretty, though the R1T has a definite visual impact that turns heads wherever it roams.

Nick Kurczewski
Published Apr 24, 2024 by Nick Kurczewski
Nick Kurczewski loves uncovering fun and fascinating car stories, not to mention steering people toward their perfect new ride. His work has appeared in The New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, Car & Driver, and the Associated Press. He's driven a BMW at nearly 200 mph on the German autobahn and piloted a Zamboni in Manhattan at its slightly slower top speed of 4 mph. Nick lives in New Jersey with his two furry four-legged co-drivers, Emma and Louis.

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2024 Rivian R1T Pricing

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Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · TuneIn internet radio · Internet radio app: Spotify · Premium Brand: Meridian · Touch screen display radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 17 · 1200 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: microfiber · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leatherette

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Assist handle: rear · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: under front seats · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand

Engine

EV battery capacity: 106 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 11.5 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 120 volt · Electric Motor HP: 533 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 397 · Electric Motor Torque: 610 · Electric motor battery type: lithium iron phosphate · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE Combo CCS · Electric motor charging time (240V): 16 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 270

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup bed light: LED · Rear bumper color: chrome accents · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Rocker panel color: black · Skid plate(s): engine · Tailgate: power locking · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa · Infotainment screen size: 15.6 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: low battery

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Dash camera: rear recording · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: vibrating steering wheel · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: folds up · Upholstery: perforated

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Front shock type: monotube · Front stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Rear stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Rivian App · Smart device app function: horn/light operation · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum with painted accents

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class V · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · TuneIn internet radio · Internet radio app: Spotify · Premium Brand: Meridian · HD radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 17 · 1200 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: microfiber · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leatherette

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: under front seats · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand

Engine

EV battery capacity: 131 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 11.5 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 120 volt · Electric Motor HP: 835 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 623 · Electric Motor Torque: 908 · Electric motor battery type: lithium iron phosphate · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (240V): 13 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 328

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: chrome accents · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup bed light: LED · Pickup tonneau cover: power retractable soft · Rear bumper color: chrome accents · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Rocker panel color: black · Skid plate(s): engine · Tailgate: EZ-Lift · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa · Infotainment screen size: 15.6 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: cargo area · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Dash camera: side recording · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: vibrating steering wheel · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: folds up · Upholstery: leatherette

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Front shock type: monotube · Front stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Rear stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: over-the-air map updates (OTA) · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Rivian App · Smart device app function: security event/collision alert · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all terrain

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum with painted accents

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class V · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · TuneIn internet radio · Internet radio app: Spotify · Premium Brand: Meridian · HD radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 17 · 1200 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: microfiber · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leatherette

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand

Engine

EV battery capacity: 121 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 11.5 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor HP: 665 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 496 · Electric Motor Torque: 829 · Electric motor battery type: lithium iron phosphate · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (240V): 13 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 315

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup bed light: LED · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Rocker panel color: black · Skid plate(s): engine · Tailgate: power open · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa · Infotainment screen size: 15.6 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: cargo area · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Dash camera: side recording · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: folds up · Upholstery: perforated

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Front shock type: monotube · Front stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Rear stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Rivian App · Smart device app function: send destination to vehicle · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum with painted accents

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class V · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: front

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · TuneIn internet radio · Internet radio app: Spotify · Premium Brand: Meridian · HD radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 17 · 1200 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: microfiber · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leatherette

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: lockable trunk in bed · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand

Engine

EV battery capacity: 131 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 11.5 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor HP: 835 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 623 · Electric Motor Torque: 908 · Electric motor battery type: lithium iron phosphate · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (240V): 13 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 328

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: chrome accents · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Pickup bed light: LED · Rear bumper color: chrome accents · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: black · Rocker panel color: black · Skid plate(s): engine · Tailgate: power locking · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa · Infotainment screen size: 15.6 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: automatic high beam dimmer · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power folding

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Dash camera: front recording · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: folds up · Upholstery: leatherette

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Traction control: with trailer stability control

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Front shock type: monotube · Front stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Rear stabilizer bar: active hydraulic mount

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Rivian App · Smart device app function: send destination to vehicle · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum with painted accents

Towing and Hauling

Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class V · Trailer wiring: 7-pin

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse · Solar-tinted glass: front