Launch of upgraded versions of Rivian R1T, R1S 2025 – new electric platform; up to four motors, 1,025 horsepower, 676 km electric range
The Rivian R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV were on sale for a relatively short time but their manufacturer saw it fit to refresh both mid-cycle. While the changes don’t seem big from the outside, the company has put a lot of effort into improving the entire core of its two products, so much so that they’re being called “second generation” models. ”.
One of the biggest changes to the R1 duo is the adoption of a completely new computing platform and electrical architecture that reduces the number of ECUs from the previous 17 to just 7. This helps increase copper performance. At the same time, 2.6 km of transmission line from each vehicle is reduced, helping to reduce production costs.
According to the deep dive report of Jalopnik And The Verge, the autonomous driving system, battery management, infotainment and vehicle all have their own ECU, while other vehicle functions are handled by the other three ECUs. With less ECU and less wiring, the vehicle’s weight has been cut by almost 20 kg.
In terms of drivetrains, Rivian previously purchased transmissions from Bosch but has switched to its own Enduro transmissions, which are being applied for the first time on models with dual motor setups. The Enduro drivetrain, along with its in-house designed inverter and gearbox, along with supplier-sourced rotors, has now been brought to the all-new R1 platform and delivers enhanced performance. significantly high.
On Quad-Motor variants, rated power is 1,025 hp (764 kW) and 1,624 Nm of torque, which is an improvement over the previous 835 hp (623 kW) and 1,231 Nm. The redesigned R1T in this configuration will accelerate from 0-96 km/h (0-60 mph) in about 2.5 seconds with Launch Mode enabled to scare most sports cars on the road.
A new Tri-Motor variant has also been added with one motor at the front and two at the rear, this setup is rated at 850 hp (625 kW) and 1,495 Nm (0- 96 km/h in 2.9 seconds). Dual Engine variants will also continue to be offered in two versions, with the base option offering 533 hp (397 kW) and 827 Nm of torque (0-96 km/h in 4 .5 seconds). Customers can also own a Dual-Motor Performance variant with up to 665 horsepower (496 kW) and 1,124 Nm of torque (0-96 km/h in 3.4 seconds).
In addition to the electric motor, Rivian also updated its large and Max nickel cobalt aluminum (NCA) battery packs with redesigned modules and more efficient packaging, which is intended to make them easier to manufacture and maintain. than.
The 109.4 kWh Large Pack has an estimated range of 531 km (330 miles) and comes standard with Dual Motor Performance and is optional for the base Dual Motor. The 141.5 kWh Max is expected to deliver up to 676 km (420 mile range) and is available as an option on both Dual-Motor variants but is standard on the Tri -Motor and Quad-Motor.
There will also be a low-end Standard battery pack, which now uses lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry and has a lower energy capacity of 92.5 kWh for a range of up to 435 km (270 miles). Despite the battery upgrade, the R1 models retain the same 400V architecture, where Rivian says it takes just 30 minutes to reach a 10-80% state of charge with a DC CCS or NACS fast charger (using a convert).
The R1S in particular benefits from improved suspension for better ride quality – a common complaint of the “first generation” – with new air springs, dampers and anti-roll system tuning hydraulic.
Another new feature coming to the R1 models is an internally developed self-driving system called the Rivian Autonomy Platform. This includes 11 cameras, 5 radars, AI prediction powered by Nvidia, and has a computing module that is 10 times more powerful than the previous system.
Rivian also offers 360-degree visibility, eight times the megapixels of the camera, and redundant sensors to ensure operation even in poor weather and lighting conditions. The system is standard on all vehicles and includes features such as blind-spot monitoring cameras and Highway Assist. Buyers can also upgrade to the premium Rivian Autonomous Platform+ to add features like Command Lane Change and Advanced Highway Assist.
The R1 vehicle also features an enhanced infotainment system with more powerful hardware to drive Epic Games’ Unreal Engine, allowing for higher rendering capabilities and an all-new interface that is more visually appealing.
The update also allows users to use iPhone, Apple Watch, and select Google Pixel devices to unlock and start the vehicle, and supports digital key sharing if they plan to share with family and friends. raft. A Rivian Premium Audio system is available and comes with Dolby Atmos for a more immersive sound experience.
Design-wise, both the R1T and R1S maintain a retro-inspired exterior, albeit with some notable tweaks. First, the headlights are now equipped with adaptive matrix LED technology and the turn signals have been repositioned in the fog light position – this means the rectangular daytime running lights remain on when Use indicator lights.
Elsewhere, the front and rear light bars have ten segments at the bottom that serve as charge indicators, with each segment representing 10% of the battery’s capacity. This makes it easier for car owners to check the car’s charging status than when the entire light bar glowed before.
The light bars also act as an emergency signal by flashing orange in sequence – from left to right or vice versa – to warn other road users of an accident or hazard ahead. before. Other modifications involve the front light bar being subtly redesigned to have a 3D shape thanks to a beveled lower edge, while wheel sizes are available in 20 and 22 inches – previous 21-inch designs were not available. there’s more. Optional 22-inch aerodynamic wheels are also offered with discs that slightly reduce the drag coefficient to 0.297.
Inside, there’s now an optional Dynamic Glass Roof that can be electronically tinted if you want to reduce the amount of outside light coming in. There are also electronic door latches and improved materials, but the general layout of the dashboard remains largely the same.
Prices for the R1 models have remained largely unchanged in the past, with the R1T starting at $69,900 (about RM328,000) for the Dual-Motor Standard Package and going up to $99,900 (RM469,000) for the Triple-Motor Package max. . The R1S starts at $75,900 ($356k) for the same base variant and tops out at $105,900 ($497k) for the Tri-Motor Max Package.
Rivian will announce pricing for the Quad-Motor Max Pack variants at a later date. Deliveries of the R1S will begin on June 7 this year, and the R1T will follow shortly after.
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