2023 Rivian R1S Review // The Tesla Bronco Defender

The 2023 Rivian R1S Quad-Motor AWD ($130,300 as specced in Canada, $96,250 in the US) has funky styling, innovative design, and can travel a respectable range on a single charge. And even though the range is slightly limited in this spec due to the optional all-terrain wheels, the R1S is capable of up to 517 km (321 miles) when equipped with the 21 inch road going wheels. As the SUV companion to the Rivian R1T pickup truck, Thomas and James are curious how it compares not only to its competition, but also to its equally adventurous and outgoing family member. Watch to see what they think of the new Rivian R1S! Thanks for watching. SUBSCRIBE!

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Editor: Karston Chong
Sound: Harrison Dickson and Karston Chong
Magical Genius Logistics Planners: James Engelsman and Gregory DeCaire

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[ThrottleHouse]

You may have noticed that there isn’t a sketch in front of this video. Well there IS a sketch, but YouTube banned it… so we had to remove it before the video went out. BUT, we are going to attempt to post it to Instagram @thethrottlehouse later today. So go follow us there, and let’s see if Zuckerberg is a bit more forgiving than papa YouTube. 😂

[ThunderingShadow]

I will never get over James hitting his head on the i8. Gets me every time

[EvgeniTalks]

“Tesla bronco defender” is just spot on

[robyoung]

I’m not sure how long ago this video was made, but Rivian recently did an OTA update that, among other things, recalibrated the suspension. My R1T rides even better now and is more settled over poor roads. I’m sure it’s the same for the R1S. They also added a setting that automatically lowers suspension when put in park. Nice for shorter people or loading things in bed.

[aiv]

I've had my R1T before the price hike, and here's some of my takeaways. The steering wheel can be adjust faster by tapping your name in the top left. The camera quality has gotten better with one of the latest updates. The range is surprisingly consistent. Rivian rep told me I'd get 280 because of my offroad tires, but I dont get less than 300. The speakers are amazing, the speed is fantastic, the handling is amazing, and the steering is better than most sports cars. The downsides are that the maps is complete garbage, camera quality still isn't on par with others. The turning circle is garbage, and the air suspension makes weird noises.

[spadej]

As an actual employee of rivian I love watching things like this to show our product out there on the road and how well it goes thank you for everybody who's seen this and purchase one of our vehicles all of us at the manufacturing facility appreciate it greatly !!!!

[laleneagao]

As a R1S pre order holder I really do appreciate you guys pointing out all the flaws in the suv, most of the flaws can be fixed within time . Thanks

[RaulV]

Listen, I’m just here to say that you two are quickly becoming as entertaining as the original 3 from TG, and that is a good thing.

[jackcurtis]

you guys are the greatest. Recently found your youtube channel (this week) and have already watched one year of content from you (not to say you guys don't have much content, because you do, I just can't stop watching). Your love for all these cars and the intuition/analyzes you bring to the table is so intriguing. I wish you had more classic cars though. Being an American teenager, I love old classic muscle cars. But keep it up your work is great.

[VibnWavez]

I still think it's amazing how well these things ended up being made, especially for such a new maker. MKB was talking about how classic supposedly tough SUV maker Hummer let him drive their new EV and were like don't do this, don't do that, don't x1000 things. Meanwhile Rivian was like here's ours... do your worst! Just try and break it!

[victorvandyke]

As one of the very early adopters, (11/29/2018) I initially wanted the R1S. Later, after learning of the delay of the SUV, I switched to the truck. I cannot express how happy I am with my Compass Yellow R1T! Tracked it a few times and got consistent 11.4 second runs at 110 mph. Too bad they limited the top speed to 110 mph. It prevents me from doing an 11.2 second run! The limiter shuts the truck down about 200 feet from the end of the 1/4 mile.

[jaxsenstroud]

Every time I watch a Rivian review (R1S & R1T) I’m blown away how good these vehicles seem to be. Only fault I can find is that the range seems to be a tad bit low on the lower end models, but the price remains high.

[grandfinish]

It’s crazy how excited I get when you guys upload a new video!

[alanngli]

I paused the video and hopped over to Insta first so I get to watch the review in the order the team intended. You won’t be disappointed.

[windowman]

You guys are the best in the industry at what you do. Production, quality, comedy, boyish good looks lol. Great job from a fellow Canadian. Moms British. Dads Italian. First generation Canadian 🇨🇦

[Curryolla]

I own a 2022 Tesla Model S Long Range and a 1999 Land Cruiser 100-Series. I drove a Rivian R1T and it felt like an electric Land Cruiser. Absolulty amazing!

[SuperMutant]

You're almost right about some people eating them in cereal for breakfast haha. Here I am watching the video while eating chilaquiles verdes made with serranos for breakfast. Great video as usual you guys are killing it.

[wyattpodoll]

I saw one yesterday on the highway I was unaware that they released it so had to speed up to make sure I wasn’t seeing stuff but it’s a beautiful car.

[LtNduati]

I love how Thomas' voiceover at 6:22 clearly shows James is driving the shot.




Who knew the best way to make Top Gear USA actually work, and be exceedingly close to peak Jeremy/James/Richard era Top Gear UK, was to use a brit in canada and an actually canadian duo. Love your content!

[ColePerrine]

This is the earliest I’ve ever been to a TH upload, it’s thrilling