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Rivian confirms early R2s will ship without lidar and says the difference in autonomy compared with lidar-equipped models won’t be noticeable for several years; lidar’s main advantage is richer data for future generations, there’s no plan to retrofit, and point-to-point hands-free driving will be available on the lidar-less Launch Package.
Rivian has released the R2 accessory lineup alongside the configurator, with pricing for charging gear (NACS Wall Charger $800; Portable Charger $400; J1772 $50; CCS1 DC Adapter $200) and interior items (All-Weather Mats $225; Cargo Cover $200; Front Sunshade $125; Screen Protector $65). The Cargo Crossbars are not backward compatible with R1, and the Compact Spare Tire is $755—pricing broadly aligns with R1 accessories.
Rivian will launch the R2 as a Performance Launch Edition only, with several anticipated options not available at initial production, including the Standard single-motor variant, certain wheel options, Borealis/Forest Green/Coastal Cloud colors, Signature interior, LiDAR RAP1, and Gen3 Autonomy. Some colors will arrive later in 2026, though it's unclear if Launch Edition stays exclusive. Rivian aims for 20,000–25,000 R2s in 2026, likely creating a queue for reservations; early units will be scrutinized by reviewers, while the second wave should offer a more sorted configuration.
Rivian has begun producing its R2 electric SUV at the Normal, Illinois plant, with customer deliveries planned for this spring; the company says the R2 should broaden demand and help it achieve profitability, offering a $58,000 Launch Package with a 330-mile range while a lower-cost $45,000 version won’t arrive until late 2027, and the launch follows a tornado that damaged part of the plant used for R2 storage—Rivian is set to report Q1 results and provide R2 updates on April 30.
A tornado damaged Building 2 at Rivian’s Normal, Illinois plant, the factory area assembling the R2 mid-size EV, forcing a temporary closure. Rivian says other facilities remain operational and Building 2 should resume this week. The R2, crucial for profitability and scheduled to start with a performance version around 330 miles of range for about $57,990, faces a later standard release in 2027. Rivian is also backed by a $1.25 billion Uber investment with thousands of R2 orders planned for robotaxi fleets.
Rivian's Normal, Illinois factory was hit by a tornado, damaging Building 2 used for parts storage and logistics for the upcoming R2; the rest of the plant remains operational, no injuries reported, and the damaged area is expected to resume this week as the R2 launch proceeds.
Rivian unveiled the R2, a midsize SUV designed to eventually start under $50k, but initial trims run about $55k–$60k (Launch edition $59,485 and Premium $55,485) with a later $45k version planned. Rivian targets 20,000–25,000 sales this year and has claimed over 100,000 reservations since mid-2024, though no new numbers have been released. Early reviews are positive, but success hinges on ramping production and converting price-sensitive buyers amid stiff EV competition, especially Tesla’s Model Y. A strong R2 could push Rivian toward mass-market status, while a failure could threaten the company.
Rivian unveiled the R2 platform with four trims and pricing aimed to broaden affordability: base around $45,000, long‑range about $48,500, Premium about $54,000, and Performance about $58,000. Deliveries begin in 2026 for the higher trims and 2027 for the Standard models. The move comes amid EV-market headwinds from the loss of a $7,500 tax credit and tariff costs. Analysts project 2026 volumes near 65,000, with long‑term demand potentially exceeding 200,000 vehicles annually; several analysts are cautiously optimistic. Rivian stock fell about 8% after the reveal, though some investors see upside if R2 gains traction against broader market challenges.
Rivian will roll out the R2 this spring starting with the $57,990 Performance trim, featuring two motors, all‑wheel drive, 656 hp, 3.6 seconds 0–60 mph, and over 300 miles of range, plus 21-inch Sport wheels and optional packages. The base R2 Standard won’t hit showrooms until late 2027, while Long Range and Premium variants arrive earlier with prices ranging from about $47,900 to $53,990.
Rivian has priced and detailed trims for the R2, its mass-market mid-size EV SUV: the R2 Performance with Launch Package arrives spring 2026 starting at about $57,990; Premium variants follow, with sub-$50k models coming in 2027–2028 and base R2s around $45k. EPA ranges reach up to ~330 miles depending on trim. All R2s include Autonomy+ hardware with a 60-day free trial, and the Launch Package adds a lifetime Autonomy+ subscription.
Rivian will begin selling its smaller R2 EV this spring with a $58,000 Launch Edition that offers a 330‑mile range, 656 horsepower and lifetime access to Autonomy+; cheaper variants roll out through 2027, including an entry model around $45,000. The move is designed to drive profitability amid slower EV demand and policy changes, with production anchored in Illinois and a new Georgia plant planned to support up to 400,000 vehicles annually, and a pricing ladder that starts at about $57,990 for Performance, $53,990 for Premium, and $48,490 for the 2027 Standard before a late‑2027 version around $45,000 with 275+ miles of range.
Rivian confirmed the R2 lineup with the first model, the dual-motor Performance, starting at $59,485 and deliveries beginning spring 2026; a Premium trim starts at $55,485 in late 2026, followed by a Long Range Standard at $49,985 arriving early 2027, while the much-anticipated $45k base version is still planned for late 2027 but will cost about $46,495 after destination, meaning many buyers will pay well above the aspirational starting price.
Rivian’s forthcoming R2 pricing and specs were briefly published in a leaked review before the official SXSW reveal, showing a three-trim lineup: Performance from $57,990 with launch package (plus delivery), Premium from $53,990, and a late-2027 entry-level Standard around $45,000; the 87.9 kWh pack delivers up to ~330 miles, with 656 hp and 609 lb-ft in the Performance variant and 29‑minute fast charging to 80%. Production is slated for Normal, Illinois, with Rivian discontinuing entry trims of the R1S/R1T and targeting roughly 62k–67k deliveries this year, of which 20k–25k are R2 units. Leaked color options include Borealis and new shades Catalina Cove, Esker Silver, and Half Moon Grey.
Rivian will unveil the R2 at SXSW with pricing and trims, signaling a push toward profitability, after removing its $45,000 starting price; Lucid will host an investor day in New York to preview its midsize model and software/autonomy roadmap, with 2026 production guidance of 25k–27k and Saudi-backed liquidity. Both companies, once valued above GM and Ford in 2021, have slumped amid missed targets and leadership changes, and will be hoping the March 12 reveals translate into tangible orders and progress toward sustainable profitability.
Rivian says the R2 development fleet has entered final validation after extensive durability and performance testing across extreme conditions—from Death Valley to subzero environments, soft sand to deep water—with production around the corner. The program emphasizes a robust hardware and software-defined architecture, advanced thermal management, aerodynamics work, and wind-tunnel validation to ensure reliability and capable off-road performance before customer deliveries.