
But, no surprise, we found that towing a trailer will deplete the battery far more quickly than when cruising unladen, so buyers who plan to utilize the truck's towing capabilities would be wise to get the model with the largest battery pack when it becomes available. Rivian says that every R1T can tow 11,000 pounds and that the pickup offers a payload capacity of 1760 pounds. 2022 Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Embraces Duality.Our first test drive, which we conducted in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, displayed the R1T's impressive off-road capabilities as well as its punchy on-road performance. The Quad-Motor setup allows the R1T to do what Rivian calls a Tank Turn, which lets the electric motors rotate the left wheels in the opposite direction of the right wheels, spinning the truck on its axis. An air suspension is standard and can adjust the ground clearance from eight to 14 inches. This model blasted to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds at our test track, which makes it the quickest pickup truck we've tested to date.

With the optional Quad-Motor setup, the R1T boasts up to 835 horsepower. With just two motors on board, the Dual-Motor model makes 600 horsepower.


Its more compact size makes it easier to maneuver in tight places than gargantuan full-size offerings such as the Ford F-150 Lightning and the GMC Hummer EV SUT. Slightly larger than a Ford Ranger, the R1T is powered by two or four electric motors, depending upon the model, with the most powerful version making a robust 835 horsepower and enabling maximum towing of up to 11,000 pounds. Tech startup Rivian was the first company to produce an electric pickup truck, and the 2023 R1T's clever design and impressive performance earned it a spot on our 10Best Trucks and SUVs list for 2023.
