10 Innovations That Help Make the New 2027 Rivian R2 Stand Out
Key takeaways
- A sound system without front-door speakers, dual glove boxes, a cool rooftop tent, and more are some of the coolest aspects of the new R2.
- The R2 is also serving as a technology showcase for Rivian by incorporating the company’s latest and greatest innovations, most of which are exclusive to the R2, but some will be shared with the R1 models.
Why this matters: an automotive development that could shape industry direction or buying decisions.
A sound system without front-door speakers, dual glove boxes, a cool rooftop tent, and more are some of the coolest aspects of the new R2.
Rivian has a lot riding on its all-new 2027 Rivian R2—essentially, the future viability of the company, as it’s banking on the lower priced, all-electric midsize SUV to be a volume seller compared to the initial and pricey R1T pickup and the larger R1S SUV.
The R2 is also serving as a technology showcase for Rivian by incorporating the company’s latest and greatest innovations, most of which are exclusive to the R2, but some will be shared with the R1 models. Here are the top 10 innovations that caught our attention during the recent R2 media launch.