Rivian's Performance Dual-Motor AWD system sits between the entry-level Dual-Motor AWD and the top-of-the-line Quad-Motor AWD options in terms of power output and price.
The Performance Dual-Motor AWD system comprises of two electric motors, one per axle, that generate 700 horsepower and 700 pound-feet of torque, allowing for a 0-60 time of 3.5 seconds. The drivetrain also offers a driving range of up to 400 miles thanks to its compatibility with the Max battery pack, which is available on the R1T and announced for the R1S in March 2023.
For comparison, the entry-level Dual-Motor AWD system provides 600 horsepower and 600 pound-feet of torque, a 4.5-second 0-60 time, and a 400-mile driving range when paired with the Max pack. At the higher end of the range, the Quad-Motor AWD system delivers 835 horsepower, 908 pound-feet of torque, a 3-second 0-60 time, and an EPA-estimated 328-mile driving range.
On sale now, the Performance Dual-Motor AWD powertrain costs $5,000 regardless of whether it's added to the R1T or the R1S. Customers who ordered one of Rivian's EVs with the Quad-Motor system and the Max Pack will automatically get their order changed to a dual-motor system, and pricing will get updated accordingly.
Buyers who ordered their truck before March 1, 2022, will save $4,500 if they select the entry-level Dual-Motor AWD system and $2,000 if they choose the new Performance setup. Buyers who ordered their truck between March 2 and May 25, 2022, will save $6,000 by switching to the entry-level drivetrain and $1,000 by selecting the Performance system.
Source: Autoblog
