Rivian has revealed the brand new R3, an electrical SUV that may slot in under the R2 that it shared the stage with through the electrical car (EV) maker’s current reveal occasion. The R3 may even be supplied as a extra off-road-focused variant referred to as the R3X, though each received’t be reaching the fingers of shoppers anytime quickly.

As the corporate said in its launch, deliveries of the R3 and R3X will solely start after the R2 makes its option to clients within the first half of 2026. Pricing-wise, Rivian says the R3 can be priced under the R2, which is predicted to begin round USD45,000 (about RM211k). Following the launch of the R2, R3 and R3X in North America, all three EVs can be obtainable internationally.

The R3 and R2 share Rivian’s all-new mid-size car platform, however the latter is smaller in dimension with some stories claiming the previous could have a wheelbase that’s about 13 mm (5 inches) shorter. In keeping with the corporate, the usage of a typical platform “consolidates and eliminates elements due to clever design, together with the usage of excessive strain die castings, a structural battery unit the place the highest of the pack additionally serves as the ground, and closure methods that dramatically cut back complexity.”

By way of design, the R3 could be very clearly a barely shorter, sportier-looking electrical SUV than the R2. At first look, it appears to be like like jacked-up hatchback not not like a Hyundai Ioniq 5, however Rivian’s signature cues make it distinctive.

These embrace the oblong-shaped parts which are a part of LED lighting array on the entrance, whereas the rear sports activities a wide-width mild bar that seems thicker than these on different Rivian fashions. Distinguished creases alongside the perimeters (notably close to the C-pillars) additionally emphasise the R3’s athletic persona, as does the sloping rear finish.

You possibly can inform the R3 other than the R3X by their bumpers, the latter with oblong-shaped trim on its extra rugged models entrance and rear. The R3X additionally comes with purple accents, together with on the aspect mirrors, together with snazzier wheels and a extra substantial rear spoiler.

Shifting inside, each the R3 and R3X include a digital instrument cluster that’s set deep into the dashboard, whereas a large infotainment touchscreen occupies the centre. Different options of the inside embrace loads of storage options, completely different seat upholsteries in addition to a panoramic glass roof. There’s additionally Rivian’s new steering wheel with built-in haptic management dials, additionally seen within the R2.

Powertrain particulars are restricted for now, however the R3, just like the R2, can be obtainable with two battery packs, each utilising a brand new 4695 cell which is bigger than Tesla’s 4680 cell and much like what BMW will use in its Neue Klasse EVs. When you’re questioning what these numbers imply, ‘46’ corresponds to the battery cell diameter of 46 mm whereas ‘95’ factors to a top of 95 mm.

The bigger battery pack will supply over 483 km (300 miles) of vary, and the R3 will help DC quick charging that may get the battery from a 10-80% state of cost in lower than half-hour. Rivian has chosen the North American Charging Normal (NACS) charging port, so the R3 and R2 can plug in on to Tesla’s Supercharger community. The corporate’s upcoming EVs also can use charging stations with CCS weapons, however this can require the usage of an adapter.

The R3, just like the R2 (once more), can be supplied with single-motor (RWD), dual-motor (AWD) and tri-motor configurations. The final of the bunch is essentially the most highly effective and could have two motors within the rear and one within the entrance, enabling a 0-96 km/h (0-60 mph) time of beneath three seconds.

As with its present fashions, the R3 (and R2) will include a sure degree of driving that’s supported by a brand new {hardware} suite consisting of 11 cameras, 5 radars and a extra highly effective computing platform.

GALLERY: Rivian R3

GALLERY: Rivian R3X

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