DecodedCarsRivian R1T
6 model years from 2022 to 2027, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2022–2027
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Latest engines
- Electric
- EV range
- up to 420 mi
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 18 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2022 (72)
- Fewest problems
- 2023
- Interest
- 3,994 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2026 R1T in brief
The 2026 Rivian R1T is a standard pickup truck powered by electricity and part-time 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 217 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 136-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 7,147 lb.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 420 miles and takes about 9.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the parking brake.
The Rivian R1T has 6 model years in our data, from 2022 to 2027.
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system (21), unknown or other (21), air bags (20).
Buying used? 2024 has the fewest problems in our data, and 2022 is the year to avoid.
2022 has the most recalls (12); all years together count 18 campaigns and 136 owner complaints.
How the 2022 R1T compares
The 2022 Rivian R1T is a standard pickup truck powered by electricity and part-time 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 217 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 136-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 7,147 lb.
About the Rivian R1T
The Rivian R1T is a battery electric mid-size pickup truck produced by the American company Rivian. The first production R1T was manufactured in Illinois on September 28, 2021, and was delivered to a customer. The official EPA range for the Rivian R1T ranges from 255–420 miles (410–676 km), depending on drivetrain, battery pack capacity and wheel size.
From the Wikipedia article "Rivian R1T", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2026 R1T pros & cons
Full 2026 details →What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 420 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Strong performanceUp to 533 hp, versus about 280 hp for similar 2026 models.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Best and worst years to buy used
2024 R1T
10 owner complaints · 7 recalls
Year to avoid2022 R1T
72 owner complaints · 12 recalls · 7 crash reports
Most reported: Suspension
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 3 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
Compare head to head
R1T changes by model year
- 2025
- Longest EV range up from 410 to 420 miles
- 2024
- Longest EV range up from 352 to 410 miles
- 2023
- Longest EV range up from 314 to 352 miles
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 6 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Electric | 420 mi | – | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 | Electric | 420 mi | 216.9 in | 7,147 lb | Not rated | 2 | 3 |
| 2025 | Electric | 420 mi | 216.9 in | 7,147 lb | Not rated | 8 | 9 |
| 2024 | Electric | 410 mi | 216.9 in | 7,147 lb | Not rated | 7 | 10 |
| 2023 | Electric | 352 mi | 216.9 in | 7,147 lb | Not rated | 8 | 41 |
| 2022 | Electric | 314 mi | 216.9 in | 7,147 lb | Not rated | 12 | 72 |
Alternatives to the 2026 R1T
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota Tacoma | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Chevrolet Colorado | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 GMC Canyon | 20 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Ford Ranger | 23 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Nissan Frontier | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Honda Ridgeline | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Rivian. How we calculate this →