Rivian R1T Gen 2 Deep Dive: Everything New in the 2025 Refresh
The 2025 Rivian R1T Gen 2 brings a comprehensive overhaul — new interior, improved range, tri-motor option, and a revised software stack. Here's what's actually changed.
The Rivian R1T has been rebuilt for 2025 — not just refreshed, but genuinely rethought in several key areas. The Gen 2 R1T addresses the original’s most glaring gaps while leaning harder into what made it great. Here’s the full picture.
What’s New: The Major Changes
The Gen 2 R1T gets a redesigned interior centered around a new 12.3-inch horizontal touchscreen that replaces the vertical unit from the original. The dash has been completely redone with softer materials and a cleaner layout. Physical controls for climate and volume are back — finally — after years of Rivian forcing everything through the screen.
Under the skin, the 2025 R1T uses a revised version of Rivian’s own electrical architecture, moving from a dual-domain setup to a more centralized compute platform. The vehicle gets over-the-air update capability that rivals Tesla’s cadence, with Rivian claiming software delivery times have been cut in half.
Powertrain and Range
Three configurations remain, but all have been updated:
- Dual-Motor AWD: 533 hp (up from 500), 0-60 mph in ~3.5 seconds
- Tri-Motor AWD: 850 hp (up from 835), 0-60 mph in ~2.9 seconds
- Quad-Motor AWD: 1,025 hp, 0-60 mph in ~2.0 seconds
Range has improved across the board. The Max Pack now delivers an EPA-estimated 410 miles — up from 328 in the previous generation. The Large Pack hits 330 miles. These gains come from a mix of aerodynamic refinements (slight bodywork tweaks) and more efficient drive units.
Software: Rivian OS 5.0
Rivian OS 5.0 is a significant step forward. The new interface groups functions more logically, supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for the first time, and introduces a proper highway pilot system — essentially hands-free driving on mapped interstates. It’s not full self-driving, but it’s a genuine step toward it.
Towing and Utility
Payload capacity is up to 1,760 lbs and max towing is 11,000 lbs — identical to before, but the powertrain calibration for towing has been improved, with better thermal management when pulling heavy loads on grades.
Driving Impressions
The Gen 2 R1T drives much like the original — smooth, planted, and deceptively fast — but with a more refined feel. The ride quality has been improved with new adaptive dampers that are more responsive at low speeds. Road noise is noticeably reduced thanks to acoustic glass and additional sound deadening in the doors.
Pricing
The 2025 R1T starts at $69,900 for the Dual-Motor, $79,900 for the Tri-Motor, and $94,900 for the Quad-Motor — before incentives. That’s a meaningful increase over the original launch pricing, but competitive with the Cybertruck and other full-size electric trucks.
The Gen 2 R1T isn’t a revolution — it’s the truck Rivian should have launched in 2021. If you’ve been waiting for the R1T to feel fully sorted, this is that truck.
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