Rivian R1S, R1T See 2027 Updates, Including Second-Row Captain’s Chairs
The changes to Rivian’s electric pickup and SUV are largely nominal, but a new seating configuration and wheel option stand out.
Rivian, the American electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced updates to its R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck for the 2027 model year. These updates include a revised trim-level naming scheme and the introduction of a new second-row captain's chair configuration to the R1S.
The R1S now offers a six-seat configuration with captain's chairs that provide improved comfort and convenience, albeit at the expense of seat capacity. These captain's chairs feature individual armrests that fold flush when not in use and a push-to-release cupholder for large water bottles. The fold-flat design allows for bulky cargo while maintaining the six-passenger capacity. The cost for this new seat setup ranges from $1,500 to $4,500, depending on the trim level and additional equipment.
In addition to the captain's chair configuration, the R1T electric truck receives a new all-season wheel-and-tire option, balancing on-road range with off-road capability. Furthermore, Rivian is retiring its previous Dual, Tri, and Quad motor-count naming scheme for most trims, replacing them with Prestige, Performance, and Quad.
The dual-motor models receive a power upgrade, offering 665 hp and 829 lb-ft or an increased battery range of up to 410 miles. The high-performance trim is labeled as the "Tri" model, boasting an impressive 850 hp and 1,103 lb-ft of torque, along with a 371-mile range. The Quad model, still the top-of-the-line option, maintains its 374-mile range and a 2.5-second acceleration from 0 to 60 mph.
Interior color and material themes for both R1 models have been renamed to align with the R2, while the R1T now features a "Silver Esker" paint option, a liquid-metal finish introduced in the R2. The R1T also gains a new "Adventure" 20-inch all-season wheel-and-tire package on the Premium trim, which trades some on-road range for enhanced off-road traction.
This wheel-and-tire combo is also available as a no-cost option on the R1T Performance. The pricing for the 2027 model year remains unchanged from the 2026 model year, with the R1S starting at $83,990 and the R1T at $79,990.
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