@ rcpmac Well, at one time only the sky seemed to be the limit with Tesla and their anticipated futuristic Roadster, Pickup, and cheap entry level EV. When the Cybertruck came out, it was hardly futuristic and looked stupid. Also, development for the roadster and entry level EV were cancelled, so I’d say Rivian is the best thing now.
The R3 will not be their sales leader but the R2 will so they need to bring what is going to sale mure units first. The simple fact is if you look at crossover sales or even sales numbers period the SUVs that sell the most are either compact or midsize, not the subcompact. For example, the Rav4 is not only does Toyota's Rav4 trounce the Corolla Cross in sales, not only is the Rav4 their best selling vehicle it's the #1 selling SUV in North America. Even if you look at all the other automakers their compact and midsize SUVs are their best sellers and if RIvian is going to compete with Tesla they need to bring the R2 to market first to compete with the Model Y which is their best seller.
@@kenyattaclay7666 With that logic, why wouldn't the R3 sell more? It's basically a Rav4? I have a Tesla Model Y. If something a tad smaller (like the R3) was available, I might have bought that instead, especially if they can get the R3 down to $35K or so.
Rav4 Prime redesign may be just around the corner. By 2026 there will be some great options. I agree the R2 would be awesome, but my fam is all ICE right now and we may need Plug-in Hybrid as a stepping stone. I suppose the R2 is similar in size/cargo capacity to the Rav4?
I'm currently driving a Model Y. Prior to switching to electric, I had driven Subarus, starting with the very first car I ever bought, back in 1979. My last Subaru was a Crosstrek, and as of now, as long as Rivian continues to be a viable motor car company, I'm planning on trading in my Y for an R3. The Y is nice, but the R3 is the size and style that fits me best.
This car is basically a modernized Lancia Delta Integrale with some Lada Niva styling and ground clearance thrown in, and I love it. It's one of my favorite looking EVs. I just hope Rivian figures out reliability and their cash situation since their reliability has been bad, and they've been burning a lot of money and it's not been great there.
@@charlesbolton8471 Lancia delta integrale was the first car that came to my mind. Proportions and size are just right too, so I love it. I think “compact SUVs” now have become too big so something like this R3 or the ID4 in electric, or the Kona or Taos for gas is the ideal size car imo.
These cars have been designed with less parts in mind, and more ROI. With R3X being a big draw, I think R2/R3 will do well. It also helps that VW pledged $5 billion and working together on a new line of cars.
The R3X is a serious contender for me. I used to have a Mazdaspeed3 and now have a Model S. Gotta have that hatch and low ride height. I hope they keep the R2’s full fold flat seating in the R3.
It may be the case. A lot of these glass roofs aren't so much just an option any more, they radically change how the car can be manufactured to get components in during assembly. The future may have a lot of glass roofs.
@@Charles31822 I've seen so many reports from such trivial or common things, it really feels like a design defect that should be covered or even recalled
All you need is tint on them, and they reject essentially all IR and UV for a cool, airy experience. If you don't want to do that, the aftermarket has panels which you can pop into or out of place very easily.
The R3/R3X is literally the Rivian everyone been waiting for, but it's still 3 years away. I am truly impressed with the brand, overall, but they are taking way too long to bring these smaller, more affordable models to market.
My friend has a new Rivian SUV and his cameras failed and he backed up into a bumper pole. Not a lot of damage but the estimate to repair the dent was $32,000. And the company that repairs the cameras said they could do it but they were booked out over three months. Dang I really want me a Rivian after that story.
Hopefully we'll see the Rivian models launching in Sweden as well... The R3 and R3X look amazing. Practical vechicles for any lifestyle. Living in the city myself as well, range is not really an issue. Kudos Rivian. Keep on delivering!
Model y user here, but I can confirm the R2 and R3 would be very competitive with the Tesla to me. Obviously off roading people will have an easy choice, but in terms of daily driving, i would definitely test drive both. I do love the Tesla, so I’m not in the market for anything else, but I really hope this becomes a best seller for Rivian.
Will likely replace a Subaru Forester with an AWD R3. Like the looks of the R2 more but really prefer a car that's smaller on the outside while keeping great interior volume.
Sorry if you mentioned this, but would you mind sharing how tall you are to provide some reference for when you're measuring head/legroom at about 4:41?
I kept yelling that at my screen. None of that information is helpful without knowing how big he is! Aagghh! You’re a car channel! You should know this!
That R3 looks like a marvelous place to go from our 2016 Soul EV. Hopefully the Soul will last until the R3 is available... or the Kia EV3 perhaps though I actually like the look of the Rivian better. We shall see. Meanwhile the Soul keeps on doing our in town daily driver stuff.
I will strongly consider an R3 if pricing isn't a surprise, even more if they did an R3T single-cap tiny truck ... It would replace my daily '23 manual integra, but I would keep an older wagon for the occasionally 450+ mile trip to the nearest Micro Center or Canada
I'm hopeful that pricing stays reasonably close to projections (though for the R3 there hasn't been anything official so we're all just taking educated guesses. I don't, however, expect we'll be seeing a T variant anytime soon and that's a prediction I would love to be wrong about. -Travis
@williamchen3789 Usually, it's 2 of us going at once, and we save about $200-$300 apiece on our hobby purchases. In my integra, it's about $100 in gas round trip... It's also become an annual road trip to get out of town for a day, just that savings cover the cost. If they open a Micro Center nearby, I'll find another excuse to drive for a day or 2
As a new(ish) Tesla owner, I still don't regret getting a Model Y because the Supercharger network is orders of magnitude better than the competitors. However, if (somehow) EA or other DCFC infrastructure catches up, I can't imagine choosing a Tesla over something fun like a Rivian or practical like a Hyundai
I love the utilitarian/adventure mindset of Rivian, I just wish it continued to the interior as well. Ditch the cost cutting/MiNiMaLiSt interior and use a more solid durable interior like a 4Runner/Wrangler
They should make ev cars with easy replaceable batteries. Also a single engine fwd would be enough for a small car. The legroom in the back is bad, could have easily added 4inches to the car for extra legroom.
I'd compare the R3X to the Ioniq 5/Kia EV6. I'm really excited for it personally. Really hoping they have an option for a solid roof, really don't want a glass roof personally. If they do force it then i hope they at least build in a roof cover.
4:17 feels dangerous to have the access to the driver’s pedals so open. There’s a long history of accidents in which items got behind the pedals and jam the controls. The seats on the R3X are beautiful, but little bolstering considering how quick the tri-motor will be
I've never been a fan of SUVs, but I have to say that Rivian is really killing it with these cars - especially the R3X is something that I've grown to really love. Might be my first car if they manage to deliver what they are promising.
Estimations from a thread on the R3X Rivian forums put it between 161-170in long, 68-72in wide, and 59-62in tall. It's all guesswork based on the tire size of the R3X or measurements taken by iPhones, though. No solid numbers yet.
I love these cars and can't wait to replace my Model Y with an R2. Having said that, I also hope Rivian steps up with helping replace the "hole" left behind when Tesla decimated their Charging team.
Hatchback? Opening rear glass? Fold flat front seats? Sounds like the R3X is the only car out there that can replace my 2006 Pontiac Vibe. Except my Vibe has wireless CarPlay. Maybe I'll get a Recon instead. When will we hear more about them?
R2 needs to come out in massive volume with massive charging and massive range ASAP. I'd own an R1T today if it wasn't for the stupid gear tunnel and non-dog friendly backseat.
Rivian is killing it with these concepts. At this point they’re more exciting than Tesla.
At EVERY point Rivian has been more exciting than Tesla
@@rcpmac beat me to this comment...
@ rcpmac Well, at one time only the sky seemed to be the limit with Tesla and their anticipated futuristic Roadster, Pickup, and cheap entry level EV. When the Cybertruck came out, it was hardly futuristic and looked stupid. Also, development for the roadster and entry level EV were cancelled, so I’d say Rivian is the best thing now.
@@mrgurulittle7000 agree totally... (and you know, Elon has become an evil fk...)
@@mrgurulittle7000the entry level ev will be revealed in october and will be on the streets 2 years before this rivian.
Wish they'd bring the r3 before the r2
The R3 will not be their sales leader but the R2 will so they need to bring what is going to sale mure units first. The simple fact is if you look at crossover sales or even sales numbers period the SUVs that sell the most are either compact or midsize, not the subcompact. For example, the Rav4 is not only does Toyota's Rav4 trounce the Corolla Cross in sales, not only is the Rav4 their best selling vehicle it's the #1 selling SUV in North America. Even if you look at all the other automakers their compact and midsize SUVs are their best sellers and if RIvian is going to compete with Tesla they need to bring the R2 to market first to compete with the Model Y which is their best seller.
The fact that an R3 would be considered sub compact is crazy
Me too..................Paul
@@kenyattaclay7666 With that logic, why wouldn't the R3 sell more? It's basically a Rav4? I have a Tesla Model Y. If something a tad smaller (like the R3) was available, I might have bought that instead, especially if they can get the R3 down to $35K or so.
@@kenyattaclay7666only in clown world USA
The R3X is what I've been waiting for. Damn that's nice.
I've got money burning a hole in my pocket waiting for the R3X.
It's the (or one of the) belle of the prototype ball right now. -Travis
You’re gonna be hibernating for a good while! Haha
@@GM-qh2ki thats true. But I have an R1T to keep me company until then.
same. i love the compact wide body.
Me too. I hope it’s out by 2027 the latest 🙏
I am so hype for the R3X, Rivian take my money!
The R3X looks more cyberpunk than the Cybertruck and I'm into it
I wish Rivian open reservations for R3/R3X.😀 I reserved R2, but I really want the R3X.
I've got an R2 "ordered" to replace our RAV4 Prime. We're ready for full electric and love the styling and capability of Rivian.
If Rivian sticks around til then. I’d keep the RAV4 as your 2nd car cus you know damn well that it’ll NEVER leave you stranded.
Rav4 Prime redesign may be just around the corner. By 2026 there will be some great options. I agree the R2 would be awesome, but my fam is all ICE right now and we may need Plug-in Hybrid as a stepping stone. I suppose the R2 is similar in size/cargo capacity to the Rav4?
I'm currently driving a Model Y. Prior to switching to electric, I had driven Subarus, starting with the very first car I ever bought, back in 1979. My last Subaru was a Crosstrek, and as of now, as long as Rivian continues to be a viable motor car company, I'm planning on trading in my Y for an R3. The Y is nice, but the R3 is the size and style that fits me best.
This car is basically a modernized Lancia Delta Integrale with some Lada Niva styling and ground clearance thrown in, and I love it. It's one of my favorite looking EVs. I just hope Rivian figures out reliability and their cash situation since their reliability has been bad, and they've been burning a lot of money and it's not been great there.
I’m glad somebody thinks these look like Lancia Deltas. I wax beginning to think I was the only one.
@@charlesbolton8471 Lancia delta integrale was the first car that came to my mind. Proportions and size are just right too, so I love it. I think “compact SUVs” now have become too big so something like this R3 or the ID4 in electric, or the Kona or Taos for gas is the ideal size car imo.
These cars have been designed with less parts in mind, and more ROI. With R3X being a big draw, I think R2/R3 will do well. It also helps that VW pledged $5 billion and working together on a new line of cars.
@@alexfirth21hopefully rivian won’t get cold feet like they did with Mercedes
Loving the R3X, my wife love's its throw back styling similar to the old Renault R5 Turbo just bigger...We are loving it.
Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I hope the rivian R3 comes here and at an affordable price otherwise it won't survive with the competition 😀
I can see this doing well in Canada. -Travis
House downpayment in Southern Ontario or R3?
The R3X is a serious contender for me. I used to have a Mazdaspeed3 and now have a Model S. Gotta have that hatch and low ride height.
I hope they keep the R2’s full fold flat seating in the R3.
I hope they don't force everyone to buy them with a glass roof. They're no fun when it's 100 degrees and clear skies outside.
It may be the case. A lot of these glass roofs aren't so much just an option any more, they radically change how the car can be manufactured to get components in during assembly. The future may have a lot of glass roofs.
Or all the reports of cracking too easily
@@NateBraskaWhich leads to higher insurance premiums.
@@Charles31822 I've seen so many reports from such trivial or common things, it really feels like a design defect that should be covered or even recalled
One of those features only meant to look good for car reviews but are a hassle for owners.
These models need to get popular so the after market companies get solid panel replacement for the glass roof
Glass roofs are awesome. I have them on my Teslas and they are great! Sun doesn't get hot like you'd expect from normal glass.
All you need is tint on them, and they reject essentially all IR and UV for a cool, airy experience. If you don't want to do that, the aftermarket has panels which you can pop into or out of place very easily.
Yes...Doctors orders ... not allowed a sun roof....Paul
Sun roofs/solar roofs..........two unrelated things..................Paul
Thanks for showing them! I really just wish they give a metal roof option. I really don't like the glass roof on Tesla.
I'm glad they are keeping their signature look.
The R3/R3X is literally the Rivian everyone been waiting for, but it's still 3 years away. I am truly impressed with the brand, overall, but they are taking way too long to bring these smaller, more affordable models to market.
Tesla is a pretty good frame of reference, it took them a long time to get their first "affordable" EV out. -Travis
It looks like VW Rabbit or Plymouth Horizon/Dodge Omni. "Back to the future" design.
Proportionally maybe but definitely bigger. -Travis
Maybe Volkswagen can do something with the R3X bodystyle since they are investing a few billion into Rivian.
I said the same thing when it was first revealed. I owned a Dodge Horizon in high school. Obviously, this is much nicer than my Horizon.
no
Now we know your age!?😊🎉@@calivalley9056
I've loved Rivian design since the R1T, and they just keep rolling.
And my stock is finally out of the red! Thanks, Volkswagen!
You guys do the BEST reviews!
so hyped to own an electric Lancia Delta Integrale
Hoping my truck can last me till the release of the R3X. I need one.
My friend has a new Rivian SUV and his cameras failed and he backed up into a bumper pole. Not a lot of damage but the estimate to repair the dent was $32,000. And the company that repairs the cameras said they could do it but they were booked out over three months. Dang I really want me a Rivian after that story.
Could listen to you and Alex all day
I neeeeeed the R3X!!!
Hopefully we'll see the Rivian models launching in Sweden as well... The R3 and R3X look amazing. Practical vechicles for any lifestyle. Living in the city myself as well, range is not really an issue. Kudos Rivian. Keep on delivering!
Rivian is for sure a very interesting car brand. Developing and moving forward at speed
I can’t wait to drive this when it comes out. Looks great and nice review
I currently own a xc40 Recharge and this looks amazing.
Very similar vibe. -Travis
Love the R3X, although I wish that it could be optioned with any motor configuration. I don’t need trimotor but love the aesthetic.
Model y user here, but I can confirm the R2 and R3 would be very competitive with the Tesla to me. Obviously off roading people will have an easy choice, but in terms of daily driving, i would definitely test drive both. I do love the Tesla, so I’m not in the market for anything else, but I really hope this becomes a best seller for Rivian.
These look amazing. Bravo, Rivian.
The r3 needs to come before the r2 and lose the glass roof just a massive headache waiting to happen
I'm excited for these new evs!
I want the R3 to replace my Ioniq 6 when the lease is over in 33 months. Love my car. I’ll like to try a mini Rivian
This would likely be our first EV (R3X) - I'm glad that there's additional backing by other automakers in Rivian....
Seeing the open seating almost like a bench seat makes my tall legs very happy
Seats on the r3x look amazing. I’ve got a r2 on deposit. Hope to get one with longest range.
Love my R1T but I am pre-ordering that R3X as soon as it's available. I always wanted a Lancia Delta; this is closest I'll get.
If this wasn't too much money I'd go ahead and get one!
I really hope they stick the landing with price on the R3. I want it to be my next car, but don’t want it to be over $40k
If by Group B Audis you mean Lada Niva, then yes, that's exactly what it looks like (not a bad thing!)
I like it. I'd like a 2 door R4T better. A solar sunroof and/or bed cover would be sweet, too. Keep up the good work!
I wonder how large/small are dimensions of Rivian R3 vs Volvo EX30, Chevrolet Bolt EUV, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Chevrolet Equinox EV?
Intresting, wondering where the R3 will land. If it's in the mid-30k's well, that's the hyper-competitive space that is extra saturated right now
I would guess it starts in the high 30's. -Travis
Is that after 7,500 rebate?
@@EVBuyersGuide i think 45,000 with 7,500 rebate
@@michaelbeeman4151optimistic
Will likely replace a Subaru Forester with an AWD R3. Like the looks of the R2 more but really prefer a car that's smaller on the outside while keeping great interior volume.
This actually reminds me of the '02-'08 Forester in the best way. -Travis
I like what Rivian is cooking🔥
Preorder placed for an R2; currently driving a 2018 Model 3 and am wanting something a bit bigger.
There will be a lot more usable space in the R2 than the Model 3. -Travis
For the R3, do all the seats fold flat just like the R2? Thanks!
the look reminds me a lot to the Fiat Ritmo :)
Where are the yellow indicator lights on the back? I hope they’re not using red brake lights to double as indicators.
Idk how that is even legal in the usa
Sorry if you mentioned this, but would you mind sharing how tall you are to provide some reference for when you're measuring head/legroom at about 4:41?
I'm 6'0 tall but tend to run into headroom issues like I'm 6'3/6'4. -Travis
@@EVBuyersGuide Cheers! Thank you for the quick reply. I appreciate it.
Question re: headroom and legroom (at roughly 5:15). How tall are you?
I kept yelling that at my screen. None of that information is helpful without knowing how big he is! Aagghh! You’re a car channel! You should know this!
That R3 looks like a marvelous place to go from our 2016 Soul EV. Hopefully the Soul will last until the R3 is available... or the Kia EV3 perhaps though I actually like the look of the Rivian better. We shall see. Meanwhile the Soul keeps on doing our in town daily driver stuff.
I will strongly consider an R3 if pricing isn't a surprise, even more if they did an R3T single-cap tiny truck ... It would replace my daily '23 manual integra, but I would keep an older wagon for the occasionally 450+ mile trip to the nearest Micro Center or Canada
I'm hopeful that pricing stays reasonably close to projections (though for the R3 there hasn't been anything official so we're all just taking educated guesses. I don't, however, expect we'll be seeing a T variant anytime soon and that's a prediction I would love to be wrong about. -Travis
Since when does saving $100 from a Micro Center run outweigh the cost of driving 450 miles? 😂
@williamchen3789 Usually, it's 2 of us going at once, and we save about $200-$300 apiece on our hobby purchases. In my integra, it's about $100 in gas round trip... It's also become an annual road trip to get out of town for a day, just that savings cover the cost. If they open a Micro Center nearby, I'll find another excuse to drive for a day or 2
Did they mention what dimensions are for the R3's trunk space is?
As a new(ish) Tesla owner, I still don't regret getting a Model Y because the Supercharger network is orders of magnitude better than the competitors. However, if (somehow) EA or other DCFC infrastructure catches up, I can't imagine choosing a Tesla over something fun like a Rivian or practical like a Hyundai
Rivian owners have access to the Supercharger network now with an adapter. Eventually the other networks will add NACS support too.
What’s the actual length of the R3?
I'll be about ready to move on from my Bolt EUV by the time the R3 comes out. The R3 looks like a solid replacement 🤔
Curious what the towing capacity will be.
Towing hasn't been announced for the R2 and I think that will give some indication but I would be pleased if we saw anything over 3,000lbs. -Travis
I think the wheels actually look too big on this car. Don't think I've ever thought that in my life
I agree
The wheels are rough...they should look at options
The wheels on the R3X are much better.
I hope they have a R3X special edition with a T-Rex or jurassic park theme. Would get that for sure, or maybe I'll have to do it myself aftermarket
definitely seeing this replacing the Subaru Crosstrek in many garages
I love the utilitarian/adventure mindset of Rivian, I just wish it continued to the interior as well. Ditch the cost cutting/MiNiMaLiSt interior and use a more solid durable interior like a 4Runner/Wrangler
I'm not so sure they're trying to reach the 4Runner/Wrangler crowd. more of the Land Cruiser/Outback/Rav4 folks. -Travis
Does anyone know how much would be the expected starting price for this? Definitely thinking about considering it.
Is the charge port still on the wrong side?
Have an R2 reservation, likely replacing a venerable/dependable/paid off 2nd Generation Honda Pilot.
They should make ev cars with easy replaceable batteries. Also a single engine fwd would be enough for a small car. The legroom in the back is bad, could have easily added 4inches to the car for extra legroom.
The R3 Looks like an Ionic 5, which is not a bad thing.
Ioniq 5-esque for sure and not a bad thing at all. Going a very different direction on exterior lighting though. -Travis
Yes, but this has sleeker and cleaner lines which should age better
I wonder how it compares size wise to the I5?
@@Bansheemyk2001 yes, I believe it's a bit smaller, as the I5 is actually a very large vehicle. The R3 looks more like a regular hatchback size.
@jamespaul2587 Wow, that is small then? Maybe Crosstrek size?
I have an i4 M50 and damn do I want this as my next car
Hello, kind regards from Spain, I have a question, is the damping of the R2 and R3 pneumatic or variable like the R1?
How does the r2 cargo space compare to a Subaru Outback?
hoping for the R3X to be in the UK sometime 🤞🤞🤞
I'd compare the R3X to the Ioniq 5/Kia EV6. I'm really excited for it personally. Really hoping they have an option for a solid roof, really don't want a glass roof personally. If they do force it then i hope they at least build in a roof cover.
That Rivian Ionic 5 is hot looking.
rivian needs to expedite r3 to market 😊
Silly question, but aren't brake lights/indicators supposed to be fixed on the body to remain visible when the hatch/trunk is open?
Not anymore. Look at Tesla.
4:17 feels dangerous to have the access to the driver’s pedals so open. There’s a long history of accidents in which items got behind the pedals and jam the controls. The seats on the R3X are beautiful, but little bolstering considering how quick the tri-motor will be
you’re gonna see a lot of these on the road
So the r2/r3 doesn’t have the fogging glass?
The comparison that comes to mind is the 2025 Mini Countryman EV.
Reminds me of a re-imagined/retro-mod Yugo.
I've never been a fan of SUVs, but I have to say that Rivian is really killing it with these cars - especially the R3X is something that I've grown to really love.
Might be my first car if they manage to deliver what they are promising.
If priced right I could see the R3 be a great seller.
It's like the VW Golf Country
How tall are you? I'm 6'3 wondering if I'd fit.
6'0 tall but I run into headroom issues like I'm 6'3 or 6'4. -Travis
I can’t put my finger on it, but the rear 3/4 profile view reminds me of the last generation Saab sedans before the brand was killed by GM
Actually looks like a Lada niva 😮
What are the R3’s exterior dimensions in inches? This looks more like it is Kia Niro sized than Kia Soul.
We don't have those numbers yet. -Travis
Estimations from a thread on the R3X Rivian forums put it between 161-170in long, 68-72in wide, and 59-62in tall. It's all guesswork based on the tire size of the R3X or measurements taken by iPhones, though. No solid numbers yet.
Looks like the new Volvo 😊
Why did they chop the roof? Looks like a Pacer.
I love these cars and can't wait to replace my Model Y with an R2. Having said that, I also hope Rivian steps up with helping replace the "hole" left behind when Tesla decimated their Charging team.
Was hoping the R3X was more of a Focus RS and Toyota GR Yaris competitor.
Could be an Audi A3 equivalent diesel from back in the day absolutely.
Hatchback? Opening rear glass? Fold flat front seats? Sounds like the R3X is the only car out there that can replace my 2006 Pontiac Vibe. Except my Vibe has wireless CarPlay. Maybe I'll get a Recon instead. When will we hear more about them?
Fold flat front seats was a feature on the R2, I don't believe it will be on the R3. -Travis
It love the looks and the size of the R3. But if the Kia EV3 comes to the U.S., I'd probably buy an EV3 over the R3.
The "3's" will likely line up pretty close to each other. R3, EV3, EX30. -Travis
I’m mad the back window don’t go down
They should bring, I promise their stock would shoot up
R2 needs to come out in massive volume with massive charging and massive range ASAP. I'd own an R1T today if it wasn't for the stupid gear tunnel and non-dog friendly backseat.
If it has massive range it would also have a massive price tag. -Travis