2026 Rivian R1T
The 2026 Rivian R1T is a mid-size electric pickup truck manufactured by the American company Rivian. The 2026 Rivian R1T is the second generation of the all-electric pickup truck, which underwent a major overhaul for the 2025 model year. The 2026 model builds on these updates with a new, more powerful powertrain housed in the quad-motor chassis and a local NACS charging port providing easy access to the Tesla Supercharger network. New software-enabled features for the 2026 Rivian R1T Quad-Motor models include “Kick Turn,” which turns the truck in an open area, and “RAD Tuner Mode,” which provides a high level of customization for various terrains.
 2026 Rivian R1T Quad-Motor |
 2026 Rivian R1T Interior |
For Rivian R1T, Rivian‘s suite of advanced driver assistance features is supported by new backup sensors, including 11 cameras and five radars. Rivian plans to enable “invisible” highway autonomy via an over-the-air update in 2026. The interior now integrates Google Maps into the infotainment system and offers Connect+, a new subscription service for access to streaming content and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the 2026 Rivian R1T starts at $70,990, depending on battery option and configuration, and ranges up to $119,990 for the limited-edition model.
2026 Rivian R1T : Interior
The 2026 Rivian R1T’s interior is a testament to its minimalist, high-quality, and robust design, combining premium materials with cutting-edge technology and practical storage. The cabin features a large, horizontal 15.6-inch infotainment screen mounted in the rectangular dashboard and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster for the driver. The standard features include seamless vegan leather upholstery, a moonroof, heated and ventilated front seats, and a built-in flashlight in the driver’s door. The top-of-the-line “Ascend” interior is available with vegan leather upholstery featuring wood grain and contrasting wood accents.
2026 Rivian R1T Electric Truck
The Rivian R1T cabin also prioritizes functionality, featuring an open front trunk, a full-width gear tunnel for easy access, and a water tank under the hood. The interior lacks any physical buttons or knobs and relies heavily on a central touchscreen for controls. While this creates a clean look, some critics note that it can make even simple tasks tedious. The Rivian R1T offers innovative and functional storage options, including a front trunk, full-width gear tunnel, trunk-in-the-trunk, and a traditional truck bed. This design provides ample and secure cargo space for entertainment and work.
2026 Rivian R1T : Engine
The 2026 Rivian R1T continues to feature an all-electric powertrain inside, but the powertrain features significant updates, including a powerful, in-house four-cylinder system. The heart of the R1T’s performance is its all-wheel-drive electric system, standard on all trim levels, which provides more responsive torque delivery. Available engine configurations for the 2026 model include a dual motor producing 533 horsepower and 610 lb-ft of torque in the base version, while software updates increase the dual motor’s output to 665 horsepower and 829 lb-ft of torque.
 Rivian R1T 2026 Quad |
 2026 Rivian R1T Crew Cab |
The 2026 Rivian R1T Quad Motor is highlighted in the 2026 lineup by the updated, in-house-built Quad Motor. Producing 1,025 horsepower and 1,198 lb-ft of torque, this engine accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds. The Triple Motor and Quad Motor powertrains now feature Rivian’s new, in-house oil-cooled drive units for improved efficiency and performance. The Quad Motor setup also features real-time torque vectoring, which allows for precise control of power to each wheel, resulting in better traction and handling both on and off-road.
2026 Rivian R1T : Safety
The 2026 Rivian R1T focuses on enhanced safety by upgrading the current Driver+ package with the new, more powerful Rivian Autonomy Platform. Using a sensor array that includes 11 cameras and 5 radars, the platform offers enhanced hands-free driver assistance features and improved object detection, especially in low light or adverse weather conditions. Another safety highlight for 2026 is Rivian’s plan to introduce a “road-facing” highway autonomous system, a major advancement in near-autonomous driving capabilities. The standard Active Safety suite includes Automatic Emergency Braking (front) with pedestrian detection, Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering Assist, Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring (which uses cameras to provide a live image to the instrument cluster when the turn signals are activated), Automatic Cross Traffic Alert, Automatic Train Control, and a 360-degree all-around camera system. The 2026 Rivian R1T has consistently received top marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).