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Model Y P vs Rivian R1S
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Probably a combination of weight, height and range conservation played into this 110mph limit. I quickly googled top speed for a bunch of gas trucks and EVs and such low speeds are not uncommon for either.
Or in a 9000 pound (I’m not kidding) Hummer…
110mph should be more than adequate for almost everyone including for passing but track/autobahn goers may disagree.
Agreed. A Truck of this weight would need very special performance tires to go beyond 110 before failure. Which it does not.
I was driving and not able to take a pic, but saw a green Rivian truck on I-75 in Michigan heading north between Flint and Saginaw last Monday 11/29. I thought for sure it would have a manufacturer plate, but didn't appear to be one when I passed.
Johnny Vector
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Only if the spec includes a requirement "shall be capable of speeds in excess of 110 MPH". If that requirement doesn't exist, then it does not have a design flaw. And since no production pickup truck ever needs to go that fast, I'd be surprised if it did.
Not going to judge anyone for whom 110 mph max is insufficient, but seriously doubt that it would be a sales inhibitor.
There are plenty of other concerns including delivery velocity and whatever quality issues shake out over the next 12-18 months. Also don't forget that Ford completely bailed on a co-design / adopting their "skateboard", without giving any clarity as to why. Perhaps they know something we don't, or they don't need the assistance, but it does raise some questions.
There are plenty of other concerns including delivery velocity and whatever quality issues shake out over the next 12-18 months. Also don't forget that Ford completely bailed on a co-design / adopting their "skateboard", without giving any clarity as to why. Perhaps they know something we don't, or they don't need the assistance, but it does raise some questions.
Guys... the Ford Raptor has a top speed of 107mph
Also, Ford realized it needs to develop its own EVs if it wants to survive. The Rivian play was their "easy button" to not distract the main Ford team from their regular ICE work... Then they realized "whoops, we should probably do that too"
There are probably a lot of reason's for the Ford/Rivian separation. I'm just happy to have more EV investment and competition.
Also, Ford realized it needs to develop its own EVs if it wants to survive. The Rivian play was their "easy button" to not distract the main Ford team from their regular ICE work... Then they realized "whoops, we should probably do that too"
There are probably a lot of reason's for the Ford/Rivian separation. I'm just happy to have more EV investment and competition.
thesmokingman
Active Member
Can you imagine trying to drive a Rivian at 100mph +? If you think the efficiency is ridficulously bad now.... lol.
I wouldn’t get too hung up on the Rivians be large or hard to park. They’re similar in size to a Tacoma and those don’t require much skill to park. I’ve been daily driving an F-350 dually w/o 360 cameras for 4 years. If I can park in a Trader Joe’s parking lot in that beast, even the worst driver should be able to park a Rivian with all the 360 cameras and hi tech park assist features.
Rivian R1S Prototype Spotted At A Fast Charging Station
Here is a quick look at a camouflaged prototype of the Rivian R1S all-electric SUV, seen connected to an Electrify America fast charging station in San Diego.
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Rivian R1S Prototype Spotted At A Fast Charging Station
Here is a quick look at a camouflaged prototype of the Rivian R1S all-electric SUV, seen connected to an Electrify America fast charging station in San Diego.
JaeTheDev
Active Member
Digging in the crates to pull this semi older post out, but its spot on. I do like the X's (and have a res in) look more than the R1S but I configured an adventure package spec, limestone exterior, and ocean coast interior with 7 seats for 77k? 30k less than the X?
If the R1S takes flight, it could be an X and YP killer, IMO.
I've almost pushed the button for a reservation on a R1S a few times, but the things I can't get past at the moment are the $1k interest free loan I'm giving them for 2 years (or longer), the fact the prices aren't locked in and are just an estimate, and the uncertainty of charging (duration for a battery that big plus on-the-road options).
My ultimate grand plan is take delivery of a MY in the next month or three to replace my 11 year old 5-series, while placing a reservation for a R1S. Then in 3 years replace the JGC with it or the MY, at which point I could trade the MY in for an S, e-tron, or ?? go back to a sporty car and SUV for towing/off-road.
If the price point holds... it would be awesome. I'm not sure it will, and the configuration I want, which has the ventilated seats, only has a small amount of wiggle before it's over the proposed $80k cap for the new EV credit.
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JaeTheDev
Active Member
I can 100% agree with you. I plan on dumping my X reservation and riding it out with my August built 21 MYP, which is in the shop after being run into by a deer, lol! Deer Head Butted MY…Diminished Value Claim?). Ill order the R1S most likely mid 2022. I cant lie as I havent paid too much attention to Rivian, minus the stock. I have no clue what their R1S timeline is, but hearing you state a year or two... sucks.
I reserved an R1S a few months ago and am expecting delivery.. maybe mid-2023.. lol.
There was one positive in reserving a R1S earlier... access to 175 shares at the IPO at $78. Dump it a few days later when it doubled.
