The more affordable Rivian R2 will be easier to plug into Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network. Rivian confirmed the R2 will have a charge port on the driver’s side, making it compatible with Tesla’s Supercharger network.
Anticipation is already building for Rivian’s next-gen vehicle. In March, Rivian introduced the R2, its new mid-size electric crossover expected to propel the brand into the mass market.
Starting at $45,000, the R2 is nearly half the cost of Rivian’s current R1S and R1T models, starting at $75,900 and $69,900, respectively. Despite its smaller size, the electric SUV is designed for “big adventures and everyday use.”
The brand promises R2 will still have the Rivian essence but in a smaller, more affordable package.
At 4,715 mm long, 1,700 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,935 mm, the R2 is considerably smaller than the R1S ( 5,100 mm x L, 1,873 mm x H, 3,075 x wheelbase). However, with a flexible interior, …