Everything We Know About the Gen 2 Rivian R1 Quad

Rivian’s Gen 2 R1 Quad is just around the corner and here’s everything we know about it.

Under the hood, the Gen 2 R1 Quad has an all-new in-house designed quad-motor system, replacing the Bosch motors from Gen 1. It cranks out a jaw-dropping 1,025 horsepower and 1,198 lb-ft of torque. That’s enough to launch it from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds, with a quarter-mile time of 10.5 seconds. Thanks to torque vectoring at all four corners, this thing should handle like a dream.

It’s also getting a serious performance tire setup—275/50R22 up front and 205/45R22 in the rear—perfect for putting down all that power. Launch Mode is standard for those who want to experience its full potential.

Gen 2 Rivian R1 Quad Tire
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Inside, the R1 Quad offers Rivian’s Ascend interior with three color options: Black Mountain, Ocean Coast, and Slate Sky. The exterior gets a little extra flair too, with blue accents and a custom Gear Guard badge that sets it apart.

There’s also a brand-new, exclusive 22-inch wheel design and a 149 kWh Max Pack for an estimated range of 355 miles.

But that’s not all—we’ve also spotted a purple Gen 2 R1S Quad cruising around California, hinting at new color options. This purple model featured a deep metallic finish with bronze-tinted wheels and a matching Gear Guard badge. It’s got people excited, and for good reason.

Gen 2 Rivian R1 Quad Badging
Credit: MotorTrend

Starting at $115,900, the Gen 2 R1 Quad is aiming to be the top dog in the R1 lineup. We can’t wait to get our hands on one and see what it can really do.

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