EDITORS’ CHOICE: 2022 RIVIAN R1T
Starting MSRP: $68,575 (estimated)
The Rivian R1T is the first EV truck to hit the
mainstream market, and what a debut. The R1T
packs an amazing amount of on- and off-road
performance, cutting-edge tech and unique
style into a package that’s slightly bigger than
a typical midsize truck. The R1T rocketed from
zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds — that’s neck-
and-neck with the latest Chevy Corvette — and
turned in the best handling performance of any
truck we’ve ever tested. Moreover, the R1T can
tow up 11,000 pounds and boasts an impressive
payload capacity of 1,760 pounds. You probably
won’t need that sort of capability on a regular
basis, but you’ll certainly appreciate the storage
provided by the R1T’s spacious front trunk and
clever gear tunnel under the front of the bed.
Counterpoint: The R1T’s touchscreen user
interface was slow to respond in our testing,
and the Bluetooth connection occasionally cut
out. There’s a chance this could be remedied via
future software updates.