When R2 prices are released, how much is too much?

[Great Gatsby]

OK, I have a question regarding those opting for a tri-motor. Is it mainly just because of the acceleration? I ask because we have a dual-motor Model Y Long Range, and it'll do 0-60 in the high 4s, which is fun to put a stupid grin on my face for punching off the line every once in a while. But as soon as it gets into the twisties, all that power starts writing checks that its suspension can't cash, and I back off.

With my Model 3 Long Range, which has the same basic powertrain and will do 0-60 in about 4.2 seconds, I can use that power more effortlessly, and the lower center of gravity and suspension geometry make it feel like it's on rails on the backroads compared to the Model Y.

I'm just wondering how a tri-motor R2, which seems to be shaping up to be more "trucky" than the Model Y and will probably have a higher CoG, will handle that power without being a one-trick pony for making your passengers poop their pants from a dead stop.

If the R1S Tri is anything to go by, then it would also come close to fully loaded and have a nicer interior. These to me, specially if "downgrading" from an R1S, are enough to make me wait for the Tri - along with said power, of course.

As for the Model Y, we just got a new MY Performance. Oh boy, that one can certainly cash the checks on the twisties, and is my current bench mark for what the R2 Tri has to beat as a competitor.

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[KRG]

I don’t think you will be able to compare the initial release to the CT, the CT was touted at 39k and initial release was 120k. A lot of people put the $100 down on the 39k truck and was presented with an option to buy something several price classes above that when it was released 300% higher.

Even around 65k (where I think it will be) the R2 would be 45% over entry price. If it came in at 55k it would only be 22% above entry.

If it launches at $65k it’s DOA. Very few of “the masses” will be willing to pay $65k for an R2 when they can get a loaded Model Y Performance that does 0-60 in 3.3 seconds for $58k.

Needs to launch with AWD, 300+ miles of range, at $55-60k max.

They can go crazy with the Tri and price that high if they want…but not the launch edition.

 

[SANZC02]

If it launches at $65k it’s DOA. Very few of “the masses” will be willing to pay $65k for an R2 when they can get a loaded Model Y Performance that does 0-60 in 3.3 seconds for $58k.

Needs to launch with AWD, 300+ miles of range, at $55-60k max.

They can go crazy with the Tri and price that high if they want…but not the launch edition.

Possibly but rumors are initial is a well optioned dual performance doing 0-60 in 3. Model Y is not a true SUV and since they will probably deliver under 50k units in 2026 I think they could easily move that many in the mid 60k price point. Keep in mind this is a launch edition and the lower price versions will follow.


I’d be happy to pay less but will be surprised if I do.

 

[blipit]

iX3 has been blowing past expectations. The problem was nothing exciting came out for a long time…until now. Cybertruck was 100k and a mess.

That is good to hear, iX3 specs are truly next gen. The EV full-size pickup truck segment in general has done rather poor. Silverado EV is not selling anywhere near reservations and Lightning has been cancelled. Cybertruck styling is its downfall, honestly it would sell a lot better if it look like a normal truck.

 

[KRG]

Possibly but rumors are initial is a well optioned dual performance doing 0-60 in 3. Model Y is not a true SUV and since they will probably deliver under 50k units in 2026 I think they could easily move that many in the mid 60k price point. Keep in mind this is a launch edition and the lower price versions will follow.


I’d be happy to pay less but will be surprised if I do.

Maybe. I think launching at a higher price than Volvo and BMW with less range would be a huge misstep though. We'll see soon (tomorrow) hopefully.

 

[VandalSibs]

Which reminds me, I bet the tow package will be extra too, so I'll have to figure that in as well.

I have a feeling it won't be - we've seen the validation models with the receiver as a part, and they will want to make things easier to manufacture.... less difference in parts is gonna be important.

Plus I think the fact that they are pushing the R2 as an 'adventure vehicle' in the same mold as the R1 line means not having a place to attach a bike rack or other hitch-mounted accessories would be nuts. Granted, dumber decisions have been made by a company, so you never know....

 

[Virtio]

It will be interesting to see how the new Toyota Highlander EV is priced. The hybrid Grand Highlander starts under $50K so the EV model might be about $60K. Could impact R2 price. Full reveal of the new Highlander EV is February 10!

 

[macb00kemdanno]

It will be interesting to see how the new Toyota Highlander EV is priced. The hybrid Grand Highlander starts under $50K so the EV model might be about $60K. Could impact R2 price. Full reveal of the new Highlander EV is February 10!

I didn’t even realize this was a thing until I looked it up. Things are really starting to heat up. And I’m sure the February 10 reveal was on purpose…

 

[blipit]

It feels like anything over $55k is the tipping point for R2 Dual-motor Large pack.

 

[Virtio]

And the Toyota Highlander EV will be built in the USA too.

 

[NY_Rob]

Lots of deep pockets in this forum wiling to spend. Not really a good representation of current middle America spending trends and the "mass production" priced vehicle Rivian has been promising. RJ has been saying "nicely equipped for $45K" (to paraphrase) and people here are willing to spend $70K on it. Will be interesting to see what you'll get for $45K... if it's a stripped short range, single motor RWD offering.. good luck!

Once you add tax, tags, destination, etc... that $70K is going to be almost $80K, not exactly mass-market material

 

[TexasBob]

It will be interesting to see how the new Toyota Highlander EV is priced. The hybrid Grand Highlander starts under $50K so the EV model might be about $60K. Could impact R2 price. Full reveal of the new Highlander EV is February 10!

It’s Toyota so short range + slow charging =few sales.

 

[Nadus]

I think you are asking the wrong crowd. . Folks here will pay more than the target consumer.

There are a lot of reservation holders here, so it's interesting to see if those reservations are going to translate to sales.

 

[NY_Rob]

There are a lot of reservation holders here, so it's interesting to see if those reservations are going to translate to sales.

I absolutely know and acknowledge I'm in the minority here, but even if the price is reasonable ($50K AWD).. if there's any vampire drain at all, no sale. Rivian has no BS excuse for that at all with an all-new design vehicle after hearing complaints about it since 2021 on the R1 vehicles.

 

[bummin]

OK, I have a question regarding those opting for a tri-motor. Is it mainly just because of the acceleration? I ask because we have a dual-motor Model Y Long Range, and it'll do 0-60 in the high 4s, which is fun to put a stupid grin on my face for punching off the line every once in a while. But as soon as it gets into the twisties, all that power starts writing checks that its suspension can't cash, and I back off.

With my Model 3 Long Range, which has the same basic powertrain and will do 0-60 in about 4.2 seconds, I can use that power more effortlessly, and the lower center of gravity and suspension geometry make it feel like it's on rails on the backroads compared to the Model Y.

I'm just wondering how a tri-motor R2, which seems to be shaping up to be more "trucky" than the Model Y and will probably have a higher CoG, will handle that power without being a one-trick pony for making your passengers poop their pants from a dead stop.

More for the torque vectoring and winter driving. Speed fun but not main driving force for tri-motor preference.

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