2026 Rivian R1S Quad Max (20in AT)Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD4-Wheel Drive
City
71
MPGe
Highway
63
MPGe
Combined
67
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
325 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
14 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
50.1
City 47.5 / Hwy 53.3 kWh
Electric Motor
201 kW ACPM

EPA-estimated range of 325 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 14 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 50.1 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (A1)
Electricity EV
City
71
Hwy
63
Comb
67
Fuel cost: $1,150/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,150

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$6,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 9/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
0 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
0.1 barrels

Specifications

Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
50.1027 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
47.4956 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
53.2891 kWh / 100 mi

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems8 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 8 owner complaints for the 2026 Rivian R1S Quad Max (20in AT). Top reported issues include locks & latches, structure and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Locks & Latches
3
Structure
2
Brakes
2
Speed Control
1
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
1
Electrical System
1

2026 Rivian R1S Quad Max (20in AT) problems by category: Locks & Latches: 3 complaints, Structure: 2 complaints, Brakes: 2 complaints, Speed Control: 1 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 1 complaints, Electrical System: 1 complaints.

5
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
2
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

StructureFiled: 03/23/20261 InjuryODI#11726259
Summary of the problem: The rear liftgate on my Rivian failed to detect an obstruction while closing and continued to close despite contact with a person. What happened: While the rear liftgate was a…
Locks & LatchesFiled: 12/25/2025ODI#11707052
I would like to file a safety concern regarding the vehicles rear doors. The manual latch is covered by a strong piece of plastic that cannot be opened in a quick emergency. I am very worried as I dri…
BrakesFiled: 12/16/2025Crash1 InjuryODI#11705326
The contact owned a 2026 Rivian R1S. The contact stated that while at a red light and idled, the vehicle accelerated violently, and the vehicle was uncontrollable. The contact depressed the brake peda…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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