Scary big list of released bugs indicating poor quality control at Rivian. Majority of those bugs (not added functions) should be detected by software developers.
Had my 20min test drive today. The car was showing 95% charge and 265 miles - not impressive.
I drive currently MYP 2023 so here is comparison:
R2 feels slower than MYP, less sporty drive, much higher position, you see the hood when you drive.
Suspension was fine , absorbing speed bumps and...
I don't see ix3 as a competitor to R2 : different price range, different approach to off roads capabilities, different financial options from the manufacturers. R2 is direct competition to mod Y and will grab a share from Tesla
Example offer: New 2026 R1S Dual with Large battery with a vehicle price of $83,990, a monthly lease payment of $1,029, and $8,924 DUE AT SIGNING.
Amount due at signing includes $7,000 capitalized cost reduction (incl. $500 deposit), first mo. payment, $895 acquisition fee, and $0 security...
many people lease their cars and it's where BMW always has an advantage - IX3 after initial hype will be available for ...$700/month, while Model Y P is 900+/month. and R2 probably will be 900 /m as well