Video Summary
Here's the video summary:- Base price: $75,900; As-tested with dual-motor max battery: $98,400.
- There is a beautiful, clean, and cohesive look to the interior, with great material choices and textures.
- The interior is practical, with lots of storage.
- The seats are comfortable but on the firm side.
- The second-row seats tilt and slide and have a 40/20/40 split, and it can fit a max of seven people.
- There’s plenty of space in the second row.
- The third row is more appropriate for kids but still can be fitted by adults.
- Good head room in the third row.
- Climbing in is a bit hard but easy with a knee mode.
- The R1S has an air suspension.
- Features like a standard built-in flashlight and a dedicated phone spot with wireless chargers are available.
- A camp light that doubles as a Bluetooth speaker is a cool feature.
- There are USB ports in all three rows.
- The R1S has 17.6 cu-ft of cargo space behind the third row, with a very generous underfloor area.
- With the third-row seats down, the cargo space becomes 48.6 cu-ft.
- The split tailgate has a powered upper portion, and the lower portion electronically releases and creates a smooth floor with the second row seats down.
- Standard safety features are the 8 airbags.
- The NHTSA has not rated the R1S.
- The IIHS has named it a Top Safety Pick Plus.
- It has a full suite of active driver-assist technology and a ton of cameras.
- Dual Motor version: 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds, performance upgrade: 3.4 seconds.
- Tri-Motor: 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds.
- Quad-Motor: 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds.
- Max Towing: 7,700 lbs.
- The R1S has speedy steering, is good at cornering, and has a good range.
- It has over 14 inches of maximum ground clearance and a smooth bottom.
- The ride feel was much improved.
- There are drive modes such as All-Purpose, Snow, and All-Terrain.
- The R1S can be DC quick-charged from 10 to 80% in 30 to 41 minutes.
- Features: 15.6 inch screen, 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, over-the-air updates, basic voice controls, and live navigation.
- The menus are logical and easy to learn.
- The new illustrated style of the display interface is impressive.
- The new electrochromic version can switch from clear to opaque.
- Apple Music is accessible, or Spotify by Bluetooth.
- Pet mode helps keep the interior at the correct temperature.
