2023 Rivian R1S Review





2023 Rivian R1S Review
What's new
- New performance version of the dual-motor powertrain with more horsepower
- Max battery pack will become available late in the model year
- Part of the first R1S generation introduced for 2022
2023 Rivian R1S EV Insights
Estimated Range Based on Age
Charging

EV Battery Warranty
EV Tax Credits & Rebates
- Restrictions:
Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers taxpayers a Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit equal to 30% of the sale price up to a maximum credit of $4,000 for the purchase of a used plug-in electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. Beginning January 1, 2024, Clean Vehicle Tax Credits may be initiated and approved at the point of sale at participating dealerships registered with the IRS. Dealers will be responsible for submitting Clean Vehicle Tax Credit information to the IRS. Buyers are advised to obtain a copy of an IRS "time of sale" report, confirming it was submitted successfully by the dealer. Not every version of the vehicle models will necessarily qualify. Please check with the dealer/seller to determine the eligibility of your specific vehicle.
For the vehicle to qualify:
- Price cannot exceed $25,000.
- Need to verify the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Must be at least two model years older than the current calendar year in which the vehicle was purchased.
- Must be sold through a dealership, private sales not permitted.
- Not have already been transferred after August 16, 2022, to a qualified buyer.
For individuals to qualify:
- Must meet income eligibility, depending on modified adjusted gross income (AGI) and tax filing status.
- Must not be the first owner of the qualifying vehicle.
- Has not been allowed a credit under this section for any sale during the 3-year period ending on the date of the sale of such vehicle.
- Purchased for personal use, not a business, corporation or for resale.
To learn more, visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/used-clean-vehicle-credit
- Restrictions: Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Edmunds visitors receive a $100 discount when they contract with Treehouse for their home charger installation. Discount excludes permit, hosted inspection, and load management devices. Valid for 30 days.
To learn more, visit https://treehouse.pro/edmundsdiscount/
- Restrictions:
PUD 1 of Snohomish County offers EV owners a rebate of up to $50 towards the installation and cost of a Level 2 charging station.
To qualify for this rebate, the customer and/or charging station must meet the following requirements:
- Receive electricity from PUD 1 of Snohomish County.
- Have purchased or leased an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle.
- ENERGY STAR® certified.
To learn more, visit https://www.snopud.com/save-energy/residential/rebates/ev-chargers/
Cost to Drive
Am I Ready for an EV?
- EV ownership works best if you can charge at home (240V outlet)
- Adding a home charging system is estimated to cost $1,616 in
- Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Learn more about the installation services partnership
Rivian R1S Owner Reviews
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Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $78,000 |
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EV Tax Credits & Rebates | $4,150 |
Engine Type | Electric |
EPA Electric Range | 321 miles |
Cost to Drive | $77/month |
Total Charging Time (240V) | 13 hours |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 17.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
EV Battery Warranty | 8 years / 175,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the R1S models:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Maintains a driver-set distance between the Rivian and the car in front.
- Highway Assist
- Automatically steers, brakes and accelerates on select highways while it's engaged.
- Surround Sensors
- Help alert you of objects around the car when you're parking or in tight spaces.
NHTSA Overall Rating
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover12.7%
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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