The deliveries, which kicked off this week, follow an internal employee delivery phase that began in April. Simultaneously, Rivian opened order invitations on a rolling basis to existing R2 reservation holders — a group that deposited $100 refundable reservations in the two-plus years since the R2’s Laguna Beach unveiling.
“I am really proud of the work our team poured into creating R2,” said RJ Scaringe, Rivian’s founder and CEO. “I can’t wait for customers to experience this vehicle.”
A Lighter, More Maneuverable Rivian
The R2 is built on an all-new mid-size platform, and the numbers tell a clear story about the vehicle’s intent. At nearly 2,000 pounds lighter than the R1 lineup and riding on a shorter 115.6-inch wheelbase, the R2 is engineered to be nimble in urban environments without abandoning the off-road credibility that defines the brand. Ground clearance comes in at 9.6 inches — class-leading for a mid-size SUV — with a 25-degree approach angle and 26-degree departure angle.
Interior space is generous for the segment. Front headroom measures 40.9 inches, rear legroom 40.4 inches, and the 40/20/40 folding rear seat accommodates long cargo like skis or lumber. Total storage, with seats folded, reaches 90.1 cubic feet — enough, Rivian says, for five large suitcases, three backpacks and a stroller.
Performance First, More Trims to Follow
The first configuration available to order is the R2 Performance with Launch Package, starting at $57,990 before taxes and fees. It comes standard with Autonomy+, Rivian’s L2+ hands-free driver assistance system covering 3.5 million miles of roads across the U.S. and Canada — a $2,500 value included at no extra cost with the Launch Package.
Power comes from a dual-motor all-wheel drive system producing 656 horsepower and 609 lb-ft of torque, with a 0–60 mph time of 3.6 seconds and an EPA-estimated range of up to 330 miles. Semi-active suspension, exclusive to the Performance trim, and a tow package with 4,400 pounds of capacity round out the configuration. An exclusive Launch Green exterior color and a Rivian Green anodized key fob are also part of the package.
The pricing ladder extends well below the Performance entry point. R2 Premium arrives in late 2026 from $53,990, followed by a Standard RWD Long Range starting at $48,490 in early 2027, and an additional Standard configuration at $44,990 in Summer 2027.
A Software-Defined Platform Built to Evolve
Rivian is positioning the R2 as one of the most capable software-defined vehicles in consumer automotive. The vehicle runs on an AI-ready architecture with 5G connectivity and what the company describes as the most powerful infotainment compute in a consumer vehicle in North America. A multi-modal perception stack includes 11 HDR cameras totaling 65 megapixels and five radars.
The Autonomy+ system, standard on the Launch Package, currently delivers Universal Hands-Free assisted driving across that 3.5 million-mile road network. A limited rollout of Point-to-Point driving — a higher automation mode — is expected for R2 and R1 Gen 2 vehicles later this year, with widespread availability slated for 2027. For all other R2 trims, Autonomy+ hardware comes standard and includes a 60-day trial, after which it runs $49.99 per month or a one-time $2,500 fee.
In-cabin AI compute reaches 200 sparse TOPS dedicated to the in-vehicle experience, enabling the Rivian Assistant — a locally processed voice assistant launching on R2 later this summer. The system is designed to function even when the vehicle is offline, a meaningful capability for Rivian’s off-road customer base.
The steering wheel itself is a hardware statement. Rivian’s Haptic Halo design replaces traditional controls with dynamic, context-aware dials capable of scrolling, pushing, pulling and tilting, producing distinct physical feedback for different functions. Both the wheel and the underlying haptic technology were developed in-house. Two displays — a driver-facing unit ahead of the steering wheel and a center infotainment screen — round out the cockpit.
Made in Normal, With Georgia on the Horizon
The R2 rolls off a dedicated new line at Rivian’s Normal, Illinois plant, which also produces the R1S and R1T. The company is constructing a second facility in Stanton Springs, Georgia, expected to come online in late 2028. In its first phase, the Georgia plant is projected to add up to 300,000 units of annual capacity for R2, an upcoming robotaxi platform, and future models.
Once customers receive an order invitation — which Rivian says all reservation holders will receive an estimated timeline for by the end of June — configured vehicles can be delivered within two to six weeks. Reservation priority weighs the date of the original reservation and the delivery location, with current Rivian owners receiving accelerated timing while Rivian works to keep the broader queue moving.
R2 reservations remain open with a $100 refundable deposit at rivian.com