I Tried the Gen 2 Rivian R1S for 30 Days (I'm not switching...yet)

I drove the Rivian R1S GEN 2 for a month. We went on road trips and did alot of driving but I was surprised good and bad.

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[SuccessnChrist]

Wow! The sound system was enough to NEVER consider a Rivian... Thanks for showing that!

[RoaminRoman]

Nice, honest review, but how is it that you feel unsafe passing a semi, but have no issues driving with your dog on your lap?

[jake-ly]

The audio thing definitely seems like an defect to get looked at, ours is amazing. As both a Model Y and Rivian owner the things I like about my R1S that weren't mentioned; turning radius is so much better, real parking sensors, interior quality, 360 camera, and offroad capabilities. Tesla definitely wins for autopilot / FSD, however I'm just not someone who uses that.

[denisacastillo]

I have a tesla X but I'm switching to rivian.. Why your review doesn't really speak about comfort for large families. Have 3 comfortable rows. I can have 3 car seats! There is no brainer for me.. But thanks for your post.

[emeeerald]

Thanks for the great content as usual! I currently drive a Model 3 and had intentions on buying a Model Y when I have more than just myself to drive. But my new camping/hiking hobby had me thinking about a Rivian instead. Can’t wait to see what improvements come with the R2 after a couple more years of Rivian being in the industry. Hoping the tech catches up 🤞🏽

[mcguireoutdoors]

Alright you win. I’m going to subscribe. Was coming home from the gym, thinking I’m going to buy an R1S. Currently own a model Y. But I want to know what the auto pilot feature is like. As I love FSD. I think you saved me some money. Anyways thanks

[larrytu]

Great vid on the Gen 2 Rivian R1S. It makes me more excited for my R2! It fits all the boxes for me over a Tesla.

[npradeepkumar]

Thank you for putting this review together and being honest. I have a reservation for an R1S, but have been on the sidelines trying to decide if I really want to go for it. I know that I am going to miss my Tesla’s FSD, which I use all the time. So, if I have both, I would always be tempted to take out my model 3 on long drives (to national parks and all) even though Rivian is the car made for outdoors. Hence, hesitant to move forward

[MauricioChavesDias]

“Yeah, sure. I may die” 😂 that’s exactly what I felt watching that video of you testing FSD.

[serotonin]

Thats eye opening. I was looking into upcoming R2 and R3. Will be more cautios

[jamesrichmond]

I got the the new Generation 2 R1T bottem of the line dual motor and it has actually no problem. Build quality is good. Completely perfect. Already added a couple months now.
Zero issues 🥰

[chucklee]

Spot on! I have owned 3 Tesla and 2 Rivians. Rivian is great, but Tesla is far superior choice for the same reasons that you mentioned.

[MinhNguyen-bzpd]

Keep it up Uncle Chris. I see you are going places and far. 😅 Great video and editing as usual

[sam-yau]

As someone on the west coast that routinely does 6+ hour drives to national parks, not having a reliable and consistent radar cruise control + lane keep assist is absolutely devastating. Even crazier that my Subaru EyeSight system executes it near flawlessly when the car is only 1/3 the price. I'm not sure how Rivian can keep up the "nature/park friendly" ethos without actually really nailing down the fundamentals on driver assist technology.

[mountainskyaerialphotograp]

I went though you delivery checklist. No issues. The build quality on the Tesla was exceptional. No issues at all.

[Irukanoko]

Thank you for ALL the transparency! Keep doing what you're doing. Loved the video!

[neneGonezo]

Thank you for the video, it helps with my research in what car is better for my family!

[carsandtechtime]

I own a Rivian and I agree most of the things you said about the R1S. I appreciate your honest feedback. I wasn't impressed with the audio system myself, which is why I had an aftermarket sub and amplifier installed. Now I'm pretty happy with it. If you can get over the grieps you mentioned in this video, the Rivian is an amazing vehicle. I do admire the extra tech that comes with the Tesla, specifically FSD. I think it'll be a long while before we get anything close to that in the Rivian. Admittedly I'm in the same boat as the folks that would no longer consider buying a Tesla, though I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. I think each one leans towards a different demographic. City slicker versus adventure-oriented vehicle.

[davidphantom]

I'm definitely getting the R2 when it comes out.

[Pinkpolo]

This video came right on time. I have an appointment tomorrow for a demo drive of the R1S. If I like it I’m going to put a deposit down on the R2!! Current TMY DM owner.