Rivian R1T Review

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8/10

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Price: £56,000+ (est.)

Rivian, a car company few people have even heard of in the UK, is about to have its ‘Tesla’ moment with the launch of the world’s first all-eflectric pickup. It's brilliant, but is it too big for our crowded roads?

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  • Battery size: 135 kWh
  • Electric cost/month: £61
  • E-Rating™: D

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  • Emissions: 0 g/km
  • Range: 314 miles
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  • Battery size: 135 kWh
  • Electric cost/month: £61
  • E-Rating™: D

    Click here to find out more about our electric car Efficiency Rating.​

  • Emissions: 0 g/km
  • Range: 314 miles
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  • Electrifying.com E-Rating D
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Ginny Says

“You could argue that a three-tonne pickup goes against the whole idea of reducing our impact on the environment. On the other hand, the Rivian could well tempt drivers away from gas-guzzling SUVs and 4x4. ”

Nicki Says

“I love pickups and l love electric cars, so this is the perfect combination. I like what Rivian is trying to do and the gadget fanatic in me loves things like tank mode and the cargo tunnel. ”

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What is the Rivian R1T?

It's an all electric pick up truck built in America by a new company which pundits think could be the next big thing.

Are there going to be other Rivian models?

The company has big plans for a whole range of vehicles based on the underpinnings of the R1T. The first is the R1S, which is a Range-Rover sized SUV.

What is special about the Rivian R1T?

Quite a lot. There's the sheer size, the clever cubby holes, Porsche-bashing performance and the fact it can spin around like a tank.


When will the Rivian R1T launch in the UK?

Rivian is yet to confirm plans for a European sales network. The fact that we were invited to drive the R1T suggests that Rivian will announce something shortly. However, whether those launch plans extend to creating a right-hand-drive version for UK remains to be seen.


How much will the Rivian R1T cost?

In the US, the Rivian R1T range starts at $67,500, which at current exchange rates is around £56,000. The quad motor model with the larger battery starts at around £68,000 while the range-topping model will set you back around £75,000.

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