Rivian R1T Performance Dual-Motor Large

Overview

The 2025 Rivian R1T Performance Dual-Motor Large is an all-electric adventure truck that’s turning heads and tackling trails across the USA. This beast masterfully blends rugged capability with surprising luxury and eye-popping tech. The Performance Dual-Motor Large trim, starting around $86,900, is the sweet spot, dishing out exhilarating acceleration thanks to its potent dual motors, while the Large battery pack ensures you’ve got plenty of juice for those epic American road trips or serious off-road shenanigans. It's a premium pickup that’s as happy hauling gear as it is cruising downtown.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, Rivian has given the R1T a proper refresh! This Performance Dual-Motor Large trim benefits from Rivian’s new in-house Enduro motors, boosting efficiency and maintaining its punchy performance. Key upgrades include a new electrical architecture and a more powerful processing platform for a snappier infotainment experience. A redesigned air suspension system promises an even smoother ride, a new heat pump enhances cold-weather range, and crucially for US owners, the 2025 models now sport a NACS (Tesla-style) charge port as standard for easier charging access.

Design & Exterior

The R1T’s design is instantly recognizable and properly cool, with its signature "stadium" headlights and full-width front light bar that make it look like nothing else on the road. This truck screams futuristic but capable. The Performance Dual-Motor Large trim maintains this iconic look, riding on stylish alloy wheels. Its dimensions are substantial: 217.1 inches long, 79.3 inches wide (mirrors excluded), and 78.2 inches tall. Don't forget the super-handy Gear Tunnel, a unique pass-through storage compartment perfect for stashing long items or muddy gear!

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside, and the R1T Performance Dual-Motor Large impresses with a minimalist yet luxurious cabin, featuring sustainable materials like vegan leather and attractive wood trim. It’s properly spacious for five. Tech-wise, you get a massive central touchscreen and a crisp digital driver display, running Rivian’s slick proprietary software. For 2025, there's a new Rivian-developed sound system with Dolby Atmos. Cargo is king here: an 11.1 cubic foot frunk, a versatile 4.5-foot bed (around 29 cu ft with tonneau), plus the brilliant 11.7 cu ft Gear Tunnel for extra secure storage.

Performance & Driving Experience

Hold on tight! The R1T Performance Dual-Motor Large rockets from 0-60 mph in a blistering 3.5 seconds, thanks to its dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (one front, one rear) kicking out a combined 496 kW (around 665 hp) and a massive 829 lb-ft of torque. This all-wheel-drive truck handles impressively well for its size, with the refreshed air suspension providing a comfy ride on-road and serious capability off-road. Multiple drive modes let you tailor the experience, and the regenerative braking is strong and intuitive, helping you claw back some range.

Range, Battery & Charging

This rig is ready for the long haul with its 131 kWh usable battery pack, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range estimate of 334 miles. Energy efficiency is rated at a respectable 2.55 mi/kWh. For home charging, the standard 11.5 kW on-board AC charger can top it up overnight. When you're out and about, it can guzzle down DC fast charging at up to 215 kW, meaning speedy top-ups. For 2025, it features the NACS port. Plus, its vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability can power your gear at the campsite!

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Rivian loads up the R1T with safety tech. While official 2025 ratings are pending, previous models earned top marks like the IIHS Top Safety Pick+. The standard "Driver+" suite on this trim is enhanced for 2025, using 11 cameras and five radars. It includes Highway Assist (adaptive cruise control with lane centering), Blind Spot Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Forward Collision Warning, and Automatic Emergency Braking. This comprehensive system offers impressive semi-autonomous driving capabilities, making long journeys less taxing and everyday driving safer.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Rivian backs the R1T Performance Dual-Motor Large with a solid warranty package. You get a comprehensive limited warranty for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Critically, the battery pack and drivetrain components are covered for an impressive 8 years or 175,000 miles, with a guarantee of at least 70% battery health retention during that period. While Rivian doesn't typically offer complimentary scheduled maintenance, their service network is expanding, focusing on mobile service for convenience across the US.