The Rivian R1S Is the Most Amazing Electric SUV Yet

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Rivian R1S review! The Rivian R1S is a truly amazing electric SUV, and today I'm reviewing it. I'm going to show you all the cool quirks and features of the R1S and show you what it's like -- and I'm going to get behind the wheel of the Rivian R1S and drive it to show you what it's like behind the wheel.

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DOUGSCORE CHART:

[mkbhd]

I think we're going to pretty quickly start seeing these everywhere

[beWorldly]

I was going to buy the Mclaren F1, but after I saw the Doug score,
I decided to go for the Rivian instead.
Thank you Doug for helping me make this important decision.
...and for saving me 3 million dollars.

[I_am_Allan]

0:00
0:33 Cars & Bids
1:23 May I borrow your car, please?
1:30 Quirks & Features
28:06 The Drive
32:40 Conclusion
33:12 The Doug Score

[guccigarrett]

Fun fact. Just started at Rivian in Illinois and that little flashlight in the door, is the 7, 777 battery cell in the vehicle. The battery that powers the R1S contains 7, 776 battery cells

[eyespy]

The first thought that popped into my head when hearing about the Camping Mode auto-level feature was, “that would be really handy when you have to check your oil.” Then I realized how that doesn’t apply here 😂

[Corndog]

I actually really like the front end, it’s rare for a company to come out with something so distinctive these days. You can see only a sliver of a Rivian and instantly know what it is. I think that’s generally good design

[Full_Deflection]

I love these things. That being said, I can’t stand this trend of accessing every little thing from in-screen submenus. Just let me move a vent, turn my wipers on and off, and adjust ergonomic stuff.

[STEVOBRADING]

My favorite part about Rivians is the similarity in components between models, saves effort in manufacturing and makes repairs less complex. There was serious thought put into these vehicles when it comes to shared components.

[_BAD_MERC_]

Imagine this when they do next model year improvements. I'd add compressed air/power under the front trunk, power folding seats, electrochromic roof glass, interior revisions and pretty much sit back, crack a beer and enjoy the view from the top for awhile. This is one amazingly capable and comprehensive vehicle. Looks like Rivian stayed up a lot of late nights doing their homework.

[drhowshouldiknow]

The front end design is my favorite part. It's hard to come up with a distinctive yet good looking front end design in a sea of sameness. I think they nailed it. If they don't go out of business, I can see this front end becoming as iconic as Jeep's vertical grill

[davidp]

Consistently great reviews, zero clickbait. I enjoy your content, Doug.

[greatclantoni]

Your last sentence:
“This is, quite simply, the best all around car I’ve ever tested.”
I immediately put a deposit down on one.
You should get royalties, Doug!
Your opinion carries a ton of weight with me.
Thanks. 👍

[JPRD]

I'm really impressed with how well Rivian seem to be nailing it with their target audience, while making a truck & suv that is still a good functional vehicle for anyone. I'm glad they're not trying to out-quirk all the other EV competitors and seem to be focusing on utility and ergonomics, while throwing in a bunch of handy stuff for outdoors like the speaker & leveling setting. I'm hoping the long term reliability is fair on these.

[Notoriousz]

I remember last year when I first saw the R1S and read about all its features and thought this thing will be a hit! It really sticks to the true rugged and useful SUV spirit. Absolutely love this thing.

[ScottXC]

Wow. I am neither financially capable, nor logistically able to purchase this or the R1T, nor do I particularly champion electric vehicles. But I am extremely happy to see Rivian finally coming to market with such great vehicles. I was skeptical. But they're actually doing it. I hope they continue down their path of success.

[QuikScoper]

I’ve never been so compelled to buy a vehicle so badly. This thing checks all my boxes. Even though it doesn’t have the burly v8 I always search for, I feel this car makes up for it in so many other ways

[RedMangabey]

What a marvel this vehicle is! I remember when everyone was doubting Rivian if their car would be competitive. It turns out it is fantastic in every single aspect you can think of.

[oscarcarias]

This SUV looks truly impressive, the only thing I don't really like is that simple tasks like adjusting the AC vents or your steering wheel seems to be quite complicated. Other than that I really think that Rivian is doing an amazing job with their products, this is a truly capable ando comfortable SUV.

[anorange]

I've been waiting for doug to review this car the day I saw it, thank you so much doug, I actually have 1 preordered and u gave a good representation of space and features

[Stack]

I just received my R1T and it's AMAZING! Great vehicle! I use to love the big V8s, but the fact that this thing does 0-60 in 3 seconds and completely stealthy, which a slight motor whine it has changed that opinion. Love this vehicle!