On the reveal of the Rivian R2, a smaller counterpart to the R1S electrical SUV, firm CEO RJ Scaringe delivered a shock sibling to the brand new ute, referred to as the R3. It is fairly cute, with an identical face to the R1S and R2, however with some particular distinction in dimensions. And if that weren’t sufficient of a bonus, Rivian additionally revealed a sporty R3X model.
The midsize R3 is even an smaller SUV than the R2, with tighter dimensions and smaller overhangs. Its wheelbase is shorter than the R2 by 135 millimeters (5.3 inches). Along with the extra compact dimensions, the rear of the automobile stands out fairly a bit from the boxy R2 and R1S with a raked window on the liftgate.
Not solely that, however that window part can open individually whereas the remainder of the liftgate closed, permitting easy accessibility inside, offering recent air or permitting it to accommodate longer cargo, like a surfboard, as Scaringe informed the viewers. Rivian calls this characteristic “flipper glass,” because it flips up from the rear.
The R3 takes different cues from the R2. All rows, together with the primary row, folds flat, permitting for simpler tenting contained in the car with an air mattress. Just like the R2, the R3 options not one, however two glove bins, in addition to a frunk, and even a flashlight stashed within the door. Whereas we do not have full powertrain specifics but, the R3 will provide single-, dual- and triple-motor setups and a driving vary of over 300 miles.
What’s extra, Scaringe additionally trotted out one other car on stage, referred to as the R3X. Primarily based on the R3, the R3X includes a wider wheel and tire, wider stance, and a sporty tri-motor setup. The expample revealed is distinguishable from the R3 with colourful orange mirror caps and a colourful inside. Scaringe stated Rivian refers to this inside as “rugged playful,” and it makes use of intersting supplies and textures like cork and numerous weaves.
We’ll hold our eyes peeled for extra particulars concerning the R2, R3 and R3X. We do not know the manufacturing timing of the R3 fashions, however Scaringe stated R2 deliveries will start within the first half of 2026 because it ramps up manufacturing at its manufacturing unit in Regular, Illinois.
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