2029 Rivian R3 / R3X
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- EV maker Rivian's smallest SUV yet will be the 2029 R3, which takes the shape of a tall hatchback with meaty tires and some ground clearance.
- The R3 and R3X models will be new additions to the Rivian lineup.
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EV maker Rivian's smallest SUV yet will be the 2029 R3, which takes the shape of a tall hatchback with meaty tires and some ground clearance. Details are murky, but at the R3's reveal event, Rivian announced that it will ride on the same platform as the compact R2 SUV and that a performance-oriented R3X model will be included in the lineup as well. Single-, dual-, and tri-motor configurations are likely, along with two different battery sizes. The largest battery should provide an estimated driving range of over 300 miles. The interior design is similar to other Rivian models, mixing rugged and upscale elements. The R3's front and rear seats can also fold flat to accommodate car-camping adventures. Rivian will likely open order books closer to the R3's launch date, with online deposits likely required to secure a spot in line. When the R3 and R3X go on sale, they'll compete with similarly sized EV SUVs such as the Kia EV6 and the Volvo EX30.
The R3 and R3X models will be new additions to the Rivian lineup. We expect to see production start sometime in late 2028. Rivian has said the performance-oriented R3X will enter production first, followed by the R3.