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Rivian: Over 68,000 reservations for the R2 within 24 hours
Finally, some real good news from a start-up: Less than 24 hours after its market launch, Rivian announced that there have already been “more than 68,000 reservations” for the $45,000 before-tax (€41,100) electric SUV R2. This was shared by founder and CEO RJ Scaringe:
“We are thrilled that this vehicle is finding such great appeal within our community!”
Anyone who wants to reserve an R2 can do so without obligation for $100, which will be fully refunded upon request. The 4.7-meter-long R2 is an SUV with room for five people. It looks like a smaller R1S but will not be available as a pickup. The R2 is slated for delivery starting in the first half of 2026. In Germany, the model is expected to be introduced in 2027, with an “estimated range of 550 kilometers plus x.”
Additionally, Rivian is planning the even more compact R3 – which is not yet directly orderable. However, it is also scheduled to launch in 2026.
What does that mean?
Sometimes “rightsizing” helps – even in the USA, where vehicle sizes in the car and SUV segment are approaching global standards. And 68,000 units would be a nice foundation for a start-up...
Translated automatically from German.
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