What is the Rivian R1S?
The R1S is Rivian’s all-electric, three-row SUV, designed for family journeys and travel beyond paved roads. It is the SUV in the company’s R1 range, alongside the R1T pickup. Rivian is an American electric vehicle maker, and the R1S shares the R1 family’s focus on outdoor utility.
The R1S’s first generation ran from 2022 to 2024, followed by the second generation from 2025. Rivian’s second-generation R1 update introduced a zonal electrical architecture and changes to the vehicles’ technology.
Engines and power
The R1S is electric in the United States and Canada, with no petrol or diesel engine. Motor and battery configurations vary. Canadian NRCan figures list outputs from 418 kW (568 PS) to 764 kW (1039 PS), depending on version.
How economical is the Rivian R1S?
The R1S is electric, so it produces no tailpipe CO₂ while driving. Electricity consumption is the relevant measure of efficiency, and official ratings vary by version. The US EPA figures cover 2022–2027, while Canadian NRCan figures cover 2022–2026. The EPA and NRCan use different test procedures, so ratings are best understood within each market.
Where is the R1S listed?
US EPA figures cover 2022–2027 and 33 versions. Canadian NRCan figures cover 2022–2026 and 44 versions.
Questions and answers
Is the Rivian R1S fully electric?
Yes. The US and Canadian versions are electric.
How many generations of R1S are there?
The first generation ran from 2022 to 2024, and the second began in 2025.
What power does the R1S have?
Canadian NRCan figures list outputs from 418 kW (568 PS) to 764 kW (1039 PS), depending on version.
Where are official R1S figures available?
For the United States, under EPA, and Canada, under NRCan.