Rivian R2 · adventure build
Our Rivian R2: a Launch Green adventure build.
We reserved the Rivian R2 on day one, at the Laguna Beach unveiling, and we are among the first owners invited to order. Ours is an R2 Performance in Launch Green on 20-inch all-terrain wheels, and we are building it for adventure: camping, off-road, and the trails the Airstream rig cannot reach.
Our R2 overland build: Launch Green, roof-top tent, 20" all-terrain. Real photos when it lands.
Day one, minute one.
We were at the R2 unveiling in Laguna Beach and reserved one the moment reservations opened. Years later, that paid off: we were among the first owners Rivian invited to convert a reservation into a real order. We ordered in June 2026 and drove an R2 at the Rivian space in San Diego. Ours is now in production prep: once it is assigned a VIN we finalize the purchase and schedule delivery, which we expect in the coming weeks.
Not a tow vehicle. An adventure rig.
The R2 will not tow the Airstream. That job stays with our Rivian R1T Tri-Motor Max-Pack, the truck with the measured tow ledger. The R2 is the lighter, more nimble second rig: the one we take when the trailer stays home and we want to get further down the trail.
The plan is an overland build. The factory 20-inch all-terrain setup is the starting point. The R2 only just started deliveries, so its overland aftermarket is wide open, most of these parts do not exist for it yet, but here is where we are headed as they catch up:
- Hard-shell roof-top tent
- A modest lift to open up tire and travel room
- Larger all-terrain tires, working toward 35s as fitment allows
- Off-road and recovery bumpers
- Skid plates and underbody protection
- Recovery gear, traction boards, and trail lighting
We will document each mod as it goes on, with real fitment notes, the same way we log the towing data: real config, real miles, real off-grid camping.
Our R2, at a glance
- ModelRivian R2 Performance (dual-motor AWD)
- Power656 hp, 0 to 60 in 3.6 s
- ColorLaunch Green (launch-exclusive)
- Wheels20" all-terrain
- EPA range~307 mi on the 20" all-terrain
- Ground clearance9.6 in
- Tow capacity4,400 lb (but the R1T tows the Airstream)
- Launch PackageAutonomy+ for life, green key fob, tow package
- Rolecamping, off-road, adventure (not towing)
- Statusordered, in production prep
Rivian R2 range, specs, and clearance
The R2 is Rivian's midsize, more attainable electric SUV: smaller and lighter than the R1S, built on the same off-road-minded bones. Here are the public numbers that matter for an adventure build.
| Trim | Drivetrain | Power | 0 to 60 | Range | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance · ours | Dual-motor AWD | 656 hp | 3.6 s | up to 330 mi | $57,990 |
| Premium | Dual-motor AWD | 500 hp | 4.9 s | up to 330 mi | $53,990 |
| Standard (Long Range) | Single-motor RWD | 350 hp | 5.9 s | up to 345 mi | $48,490 |
| Standard | Single-motor RWD | TBD | TBD | 275+ mi | ~$45,000 |
Range by wheel
Wheels move the range more than the headline suggests. On the Performance, the street wheel gives the full number; our all-terrain trades about 23 miles for the off-road tire and stance.
- 21" All-Season (street)330 mi EPA
- 20" All-Terrain (ours)307 mi EPA
Dimensions and off-road geometry
Figures are Rivian's published R2 specs (EPA-estimated range), current as of mid-2026. See Rivian's R2 page for the latest.
The road to delivery
- Mar 2024 Reserved. Day one at the R2 unveiling in Laguna Beach, the minute reservations opened.
- 2026 Invited to order. Among the first reservation holders Rivian invited to convert to a real order.
- Jun 16, 2026 Ordered. R2 Performance, Launch Green, 20-inch all-terrain wheels.
- Jun 17, 2026 Demo drive. Drove an R2 at the Rivian space in San Diego.
- Jun 2026 In production prep. Rivian is getting our R2 ready for production. A VIN, the final purchase, and a delivery date come next.
- Soon Delivery. Expected in the coming weeks. The build starts the day it lands.
Straight from Rivian's inbox
The receipts, in order: the order invite, the confirmation, the demo drive, and the production-prep note.
Rivian R2 FAQ
The Rivian R2, answered
What it is, when it ships, and how we are building ours.
What is the Rivian R2?
Rivian's midsize electric SUV, a smaller and more attainable sibling to the R1S. Rivian unveiled it in March 2024 at a launch event in Laguna Beach, California, and opened reservations that day. It rides on Rivian's next-generation platform, with deliveries beginning in 2026.
When is the Rivian R2 being delivered?
Rivian opened order invitations to early reservation holders in 2026, with first deliveries following. We were a day-one reservation and among the first invited to order; we converted ours to an order in June 2026 and expect delivery within weeks.
What is the Rivian R2 Performance?
The higher-output, dual-motor AWD variant in the R2 lineup: 656 hp and 0 to 60 in 3.6 seconds. Ours is configured in Launch Green on the 20-inch all-terrain wheels, the setup we wanted for an adventure build rather than a commuter.
What is the Rivian R2's range?
On the Long Range pack the R2 is EPA-rated up to 330 miles on the Performance and Premium and up to 345 miles on the single-motor Standard; a smaller pack delivers 275-plus miles. Wheels matter: the Performance returns 330 miles on the 21-inch all-season street wheel, and our 20-inch all-terrain trades about 23 miles for the off-road tire, landing around 307 miles.
How much ground clearance does the Rivian R2 have?
The R2 has 9.6 inches of ground clearance, with a 23-degree approach angle, 26-degree departure, and 20.6-degree breakover. It is 185.9 inches long on a 115.6-inch wheelbase, about 15 inches shorter and roughly 2,000 pounds lighter than the R1S, part of why it makes the nimbler trail rig.
What are the Rivian R2 trims and prices?
Four trims: Performance (dual-motor AWD, 656 hp, from $57,990), Premium (dual-motor AWD, 500 hp, from $53,990), Standard Long Range (single-motor RWD, 350 hp, from $48,490), and an entry Standard around $45,000 on a smaller pack. Performance leads deliveries, with Premium and Standard following into 2027.
How much can the Rivian R2 tow?
Up to 4,400 pounds with the tow package, enough for a small trailer or utility load. We keep towing our 23-foot Airstream with the Rivian R1T, though; the R2 is the lighter rig for camping and the trail.
Will you tow the Airstream with the R2?
No. Our Rivian R1T Tri-Motor Max-Pack keeps the towing job and the measured tow ledger. The R2 is the lighter, more nimble rig for camping and off-road, the one we take when the trailer stays home.
What is Launch Green on the Rivian R2?
Launch Green is a special-edition exterior color offered only on launch vehicles, the first R2s off the line. Those launch builds also come with some added accessories and lifetime autonomy, Rivian's driver-assistance features for the life of the vehicle. Ours is a deep olive green paired with the 20-inch all-terrain wheels, the look and stance we wanted for getting off pavement.
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