Video Summary
Here is the requested summary of the YouTube video review:- The 2025 Rivian R1S looks the same as last year’s model on the outside, but has many changes beneath the surface.
- The front has a Rivian signature light design including a light bar and two tall oval DRLs.
- The headlights are now matrix LED, which will allow easier driving off the beaten path and in areas with fewer street lights.
- The center light bar now has ten distinct modules indicating charge percentage.
- The Rivian has always been an attractive, but unconventional EV, due to its square design.
- The wheels have a new “aero” design, with a rugged, rally look, and are surprisingly 22 inches.
- The design is similar to a steely or rally wheel.
- The tires are eco-focused and will add miles because of the rolling resistance.
- The standard package with the Dual Motor is an adventure tire at 20 inches.
- Dual motor models have new powertrain options, standard, long range, and MAX, with the option of adding the performance software unlock to long range or MAX models.
- There is a new trimotor available and the quad motor remains as an option, which will come with staggered wheels.
- Rivian now manufacturers all motors in-house.
- The rear maintains the square shape for maximum cargo capacity and has a split-open hatch and powered lower gate.
-The hatch is steep for cargo capacity.
- Both front seats are comfortable, with 8-way power adjustments and 4-way lumbar support.
- The steering wheel is power adjustable, but done so through the infotainment screen rather than a physical knob.
- The rear seats are comfortable, with the ability to recline.
- Third row seating storage space is limited, but provides additional space when folded down.
- Google Chromecast is now integrated.
- An improved camera system is present, which will help users and improve advanced driver-assist functions.
- One feature of the system includes side mirror views when activating turn signals on the driver screen.
- There is good storage in the from including space for soft luggage.
- The vehicle uses a subscription service for more advanced driving features.
- Vampire drain has been improved, as the new subsystem is designed to maintain power to the low voltage battery and decrease drainage.
- Standard models begin at $75,900.
- Upgrading to a long-range dual-motor model costs $82,900.
- With that performance boost, the 0-60 time drops to 3.5 seconds.
- At 105,900, the tri-motor with maximum performance provides a blistering 0-60 time of 2.9 seconds.
