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Rivian · model year 2027
2027 Rivian R1S Premium (20in)
SUV · 4-Wheel Drive · Electric · EPA class: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Where it places
- 04 Rivian cars
Every model year, newest first #4 of 187 - 185 Electric SUVs
Ordered by EPA range #185 of 401 - 431 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #431 of 539 - 337 Electric cars by range
Ordered by EPA range #337 of 683 - 535 Electric cars by efficiency
Ordered by efficiency #535 of 683 - 592 Electric cars by charging time
Ordered by charge time at 240 V #592 of 818
Against other electric SUVs
The CarCody take
The 2027 Rivian R1S Premium (20in) is a 4-wheel-drive electric SUV rated for 300 miles on a charge. Its combined rating is 79 MPGe, with energy use of 42.87 kWh per 100 miles. EPA estimates annual electricity cost at $950. Charging at 240 volts takes 12 hours.
Good to know
- 300-mile EPA electric range
- 4-wheel drive SUV layout
- 79 combined MPGe rating
- 264 kW ACPM electric powertrain
Watch for
- 12-hour charge time at 240 volts
- 42.87 kWh used per 100 miles
- EPA annual fuel cost is $950
Who it suits. Drivers seeking a 300-mile electric SUV Owners who need 4-wheel drive
The 2027 Rivian R1S Premium (20in) is an electric 4-wheel-drive SUV for drivers who value a 300-mile EPA range. Its 79 combined MPGe rating and 42.87 kWh per 100 miles show how it uses electricity, while the EPA puts yearly fuel cost at $950. Charging from a 240-volt source takes 12 hours, so ownership works better when charging can be planned around that schedule. Consider it when range and all-wheel traction matter more than quick charging.
What it is
This 2027 Rivian R1S is a standard sport utility vehicle with 4-wheel drive. It uses electricity and an automatic transmission.
Its powertrain is listed as a 264 kW ACPM electric motor. The Premium (20in) model is built on the R1S base model.
The numbers
The EPA range is 300 miles. That is the distance this electric SUV is rated to travel on a full charge.
Combined efficiency is 79 MPGe, using 42.87 kWh per 100 miles. Those figures let you compare its electricity use with other electric SUVs and vehicles.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates $950 in annual fuel cost for the electricity this R1S uses. Your actual bill can differ with electricity rates and driving.
A 240-volt connection is listed at 12 hours for charging.
How it compares
The 300-mile range places this R1S in the range conversation for electric cars by range. Its 79 combined MPGe and 42.87 kWh per 100 miles are the efficiency figures to set beside other models.
As an electric SUV, it can also be compared with the vehicles in the electric SUV chart.
Who it suits
This R1S suits a driver who wants an electric SUV with 4-wheel drive and a 300-mile EPA range. The range figure gives a clear target for regular travel between charges.
Trade-offs
The 12-hour 240-volt charge time requires planning when the battery is low. Its 42.87 kWh-per-100-mile use and $950 EPA annual fuel estimate describe the electricity needed to operate it.
Verdict
Choose this R1S if a 300-mile electric range and 4-wheel drive match your daily needs. Its 79 MPGe rating gives you a straightforward efficiency benchmark, while the 12-hour 240-volt charge time is the main routine constraint. The EPA annual fuel estimate is $950, so electricity use is a major part of its running-cost picture.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPGe
- 79 MPGe
- EPA range
- 300 miles
- Energy use
- 42.9 kWh per 100 miles
- Annual fuel cost
- $950
- Charge time at 240 V
- 12 hours
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 264 kW ACPM
- Transmission
- Automatic (A1)
- Fuel
- Electricity
Questions
How far can the 2027 Rivian R1S Premium (20in) go?
Its EPA range is 300 miles on electricity.
What is its combined MPGe?
The R1S Premium (20in) is rated at 79 combined MPGe.
How much energy does it use?
EPA lists energy use at 42.87 kWh per 100 miles.
What is the annual fuel cost?
EPA estimates annual electricity cost at $950.
How long does charging take?
Charging at 240 volts is listed at 12 hours.
Does it have 4-wheel drive?
Yes. The EPA class is a standard sport utility vehicle 4WD, and the drive type is 4-wheel drive.
What powers this R1S?
It uses electricity and a 264 kW ACPM electric engine with an automatic transmission.
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