BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Rivian |
BMW |
| Model |
R2 (commonly called R2S for SUV version) |
i3 (Next-Gen, 2026) |
| Vehicle Type |
Compact/Mid-size Electric SUV |
Electric Hatchback / Compact EV |
| Trims |
Single-Motor RWD, Dual-Motor AWD, Tri-Motor AWD |
Expected Base, xDrive (AWD) |
| Release Date |
Production starts H1 2026 |
2026 (expected global debut late 2025, U.S. launch in 2026) |
| Status |
Unreleased, reservations open |
Upcoming / Not yet released |
| Made In |
Normal, Illinois, USA |
Germany |
| Body Type |
5-door SUV |
5-door Hatchback |
| Vehicle Warranty |
5 years / 60,000 miles (est., TBD) |
4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, like other BMW EVs) |
| Colors |
TBD (expected multiple Rivian-style adventure colors) |
Multiple options (to be announced – similar to i4/iX palettes) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Permanent Magnet Electric Motors |
Dual electric motors (AWD option) / Single motor RWD base |
| Horsepower |
Est. 400–600+ hp (depending on trim) |
280–350 hp (est., depending on trim) |
| Torque |
TBD |
400 lb-ft (est.) |
| Acceleration |
Under 3.0 sec (Tri-Motor) |
0–60 mph in ~5.5 seconds (AWD trim) |
| Top Speed |
125 mph (est.) |
125 mph (limited) |
| Range |
300+ miles |
300–350 miles (WLTP), ~280–320 miles (EPA est.) |
| Drivetrain |
RWD (Single), AWD (Dual/Tri Motor) |
RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (LG 4695 cylindrical cells) |
Lithium-ion, next-gen pack |
| Battery Capacity |
TBD (~90–110 kWh est.) |
75–80 kWh usable |
| Power Consumption |
TBD |
16–18 kWh/100 km (est.) |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles (expected Rivian standard) |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
11.5 kW (Level 2) |
11 kW AC (Level 2, ~7–8 hours full charge) |
| Supercharging Speed |
Compatible with Tesla Superchargers (NACS) |
250 kW DC fast charging |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
Up to 200+ kW (expected) |
10–80% in ~25–30 minutes |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
15–20 mi (Level 2), 140+ mi in 20 min (DCFC est.) |
30–35 miles (AC), ~200 miles in 20 min (DCFC) |
| Charging Time |
8–12 hrs (Level 2), ~30 min (10–80% DCFC) |
8 hours (AC), ~30 min (DC 10–80%) |
| Charging Connector Type |
NACS (North American Charging Standard) |
CCS (Europe & U.S.) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1, Level 2 Wallbox |
Wallbox, public AC charging |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11.5 kW |
11 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
185 in (est.) |
177 in (est.) |
| Width |
75 in (est.) |
72 in |
| Height |
66 in (est.) |
61 in |
| Wheelbase |
115 in (est.) |
108 in |
| Ground Clearance |
High ground clearance (adjustable, est. 8–10 in) |
6 in |
| Cargo Space |
Fold-flat rear seats + frunk (TBD volume) |
15–45 cu.ft (rear seats folded) |
| Curb Weight |
5,000 lbs (est.) |
4,200 lbs (est.) |
| No. of Doors |
5 |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy Wheels |
Alloy (aero-optimized) |
| Wheel Size |
20–22 in (est., depending on trim) |
18" – 20" |
| Front Tire |
TBD |
235/45 R18 (base) |
| Rear Tire |
TBD |
255/40 R19 (est.) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
Electric power steering |
| Transmission |
Single-Speed Direct Drive |
Single-speed automatic |
| Turning Radius |
TBD |
36 ft |
| Gear Box |
Automatic (EV Single-speed) |
Single-speed reduction gear |
| Front Suspension |
ndependent |
Adaptive strut-type |
| Rear Suspension |
Independent (likely multi-link) |
Multi-link independent |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
No (but ADAS features included) |
BMW Driving Assistant Professional (semi-autonomous Level 2) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
BMW iDrive 9 with AR navigation |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes (with Stop & Go) |
| Climate Control |
Dual-Zone Automatic |
Dual-zone automatic |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Wireless + USB |
USB-C, Wireless charging |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
Optional |
| Apple Car Play |
No (Rivian custom OS) |
Wireless |
| Android Auto |
No (Rivian custom OS) |
Wireless |
| Touchscreen |
15.6-inch Center Display |
14.9" curved display |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Integrated |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
Premium Audio (TBD, ~12 speakers est.) |
10–16 Harman Kardon (depending on trim) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
Regenerative braking + hydraulic brakes |
| Front Brakes |
Disc |
Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Disc |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
6–8 (est.) |
8 |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes |
360° Surround view |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
Yes |
No (urban EV focus) |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes (ESC) |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
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Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
