{
  "id": 801481,
  "title": "Rivian refreshes its 2027 R1 lineup with new trims and a big seating upgrade",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/rivian-refreshes-its-2027-r1-lineup-with-new-trims-and-a-big-seating",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-13T20:08:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Trends",
    "slug": "digital-trends",
    "url": "https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/rivian-refreshes-its-2027-r1-lineup-with-new-trims-and-a-big-seating-upgrade/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rivian has refreshed its 2027 R1 lineup with new trims and a significant seating upgrade. The R1S now offers optional second-row captain's chairs, while the entire R1 lineup adopts a simplified trim structure and introduces a new paint color. Pricing remains unchanged, with the R1S starting at $83,990 and the R1T at $79,990. After years of complaints about the second-row bench seats, Rivian finally addresses the issue by allowing customers to replace the bench with two individual captain's chairs. These chairs feature flush armrests, push-to-release cupholders, and full tie-down anchors for child car seats. The upgrade, which costs between $1,500 and $4,500 depending on the interior theme, requires Rivian's $2,500 Sound and Vision package as a prerequisite. Additionally, the R1T receives a new 20-inch Adventure All Season wheel and tire combo, standard on the Premium trim and available as a no-cost option on the Performance trim. Both models also gain access to Esker Silver, a liquid metal paint finish, replacing the outgoing LA Silver as the standard color across the lineup. These updates are now available for configuration, with deliveries expected later this year.",
  "summary": "The 2027 Rivian R1S finally offers optional captain's chairs, while the whole R1 lineup gets simplified trims and a fresh Esker Silver paint option.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}