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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $75,190–$89,563 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Rivian R1T is a truck that earns a Carivo score of 7.6/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 9.4/10, while Reliability at 5.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 5.9/10 for reliability, this truck trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. On safety, it scores 8.5/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.4/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining trucks to actually drive. On technology it rates 9.4/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $75,190–$89,563, 71 MPG, seating 5, the Rivian R1T sits in the luxury tier of the truck market. The value score of 6.9/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 Rivian R1T will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on value and reliability if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good truck should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Rivian R1T ranks #127 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 76% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $75,190 starting price is about 114% above the segment's median of $35,138.
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Smart-money pick: the 2022 Rivian R1T scores 7.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 7.6 — and starts roughly $6,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 7.6/10 | $75,190 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $75,190 | |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $73,000 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.6/10 | $70,810 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.5/10 | $68,620 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Seat belts / Front / Anchorage 03/06/2025 · 25V370000 | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. The D-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies may not have been properly installed. |
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| Exterior lighting / Turn signal 11/06/2025 · 25V387000 | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1t vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)… |
| Electrical system / Propulsion system / Traction battery 21/08/2025 · 25V537000 | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. An improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB) may cause a loss of drive power. |
| Electrical system / Adas / Autonomous/self driving / Software 08/09/2025 · 25V585000 | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles operating a software version prior to 2025.18.30. The Hands-Free Highway Assist (HWA) software may fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle. |
| Suspension / Critical fasteners 05/01/2026 · 26V003000 | Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025. |
Showing 5 of 6 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
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