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Rivian R1T Gen2

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Generations

Engine Overview

The Rivian R1T Gen2 is available with 2 engine variants — from 862 to 1039 hp.

Quad Max · Electric· 1025 PS
2025 2025
Good Choice 1 Weakness
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Tri Max · Electric· 850 PS
2025 2025
Good Choice 2 weaknesses
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The Rivian Quad Max (Electric, 1025 PS) has the R1-Quad-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Quad, Gen2)) — rated: "Good Choice", 1 known weaknesses.

The Rivian Tri Max (Electric, 850 PS) has the R1-Tri-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Tri, Gen2)) — rated: "Good Choice", 2 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Door handles squeak — Gen2 specific

Gen2 door handles use an electromagnetic system instead of mechanical linkage to the door latch. This causes squeaking on actuation. Rivian has acknowledged the issue and is working on replacement handles. Temporary DIY solution: dry lubricant.

Symptoms: Squeaking when pressing the door handle, noise on every door operation
Ad Rivian Gen2 door handle R1T 2025Rivian electromagnetic door handle replacement
 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
8 complaints · 2025–2025
Suspension
3
Powertrain
2
Steering
2
Body Structure
1
Lighting
1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Suspension (3 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (2 complaints)
⚠ Steering (2 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

Known Problems and Issues

A total of 6 weaknesses have been documented for the Rivian R1T Gen2 (2025–2025) — 3 engine-related and 3 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Body, Electronics, Other. Considered reliable: R1-Tri-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Tri, Gen2)), R1-Quad-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Quad, Gen2)).

What to watch out for with the Rivian R1T? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Rivian R1T Gen2 have? +
The Rivian R1T Gen2 has 3 known engine weaknesses and 3 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Rivian R1T Gen2? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: R1-Tri-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Tri, Gen2)), R1-Quad-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Quad, Gen2)). The most reliable engine is the R1-Tri-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Tri, Gen2)) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the R1-Quad-Gen2 (Electric Motor (Quad, Gen2)).
Which Rivian R1T Gen2 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Rivian R1T Gen2. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 2 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Rivian R1T Gen2 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Rivian R1T Gen2 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} Gardner Nichols — Rivian's senior performance test engineer — drove a stock Gen2 R1T up Pikes Peak in 10:53.883. Production electric truck record. Race seat and roll cage were the only modifications. Four all-new Rivian in-house motors replaced the Bosch units entirely: 764 kW, 1,198 lb-ft, 2.5 seconds to 60. That's 0.1 seconds quicker than the Cybertruck Cyberbeast. The Hummer EV needs 2.8 seconds. The Lightning needs 4.3 seconds. The architecture also shed 1.6 miles of wiring and dropped from 17 ECUs to 7. Rivian built this motor program themselves. That matters for long-term parts availability — assuming the company survives.
Is the Rivian R1T Gen2 worth buying used? +
The Rivian R1T Gen2 is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Rivian R1T Gen2? +
The Rivian R1T Gen2 is available with engine variants from 862 to 1039 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee