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Rivian is one of the most exciting automakers in the industry. The automaker has produced the first American electric pickup truck: the Rivian R1T. The 2022 Rivian R1S is an SUV based on the R1T. The R1S is a game-changer because of its unique capabilities.

Doug DeMuro is a huge fan of the 2022 Rivian R1S

Doug DeMuro is a popular automotive journalist that became a huge YouTube star. DeMuro rose to fame by creating YouTube videos discussing vehicles in a relatable way. His YouTube channel now has over 4.49 million subscribers.

Doug is one of the biggest automotive influencers in the space, so millions of automotive enthusiasts and consumers respect his take on popular vehicles. The YouTuber loves the Rivian R1S, which is great news for the electric vehicle automaker.

DeMuro titles his Rivian R1S review video: The Rivian R1S Is the Most Amazing Electric SUV Yet. The thorough review praises the R1S’ quickness and off-road capability. The YouTuber gushes over how versatile the three-row electric SUV is. He claims it combines supercar speed with the off-roading capability of a jeep.

How much does the Rivian R1S cost?

A blue 2022 Rivian R1S electric SUV.
The 2022 Rivian R1S | Rivian

The 2022 Rivian R1S starts at $78,000. Rivian is giving its entry-level Explore trim the axe, so the more expensive Adventure trim is now the base model. The Rivian R1S Launch Edition starts at $90,000.

The R1S makes 600 horsepower and 600 lb-ft of torque. The Launch Edition makes an incredible 835 horsepower and 908 lb-ft of torque. Its adjustable air suspension allows the SUV to get up to 14.9 inches of ground clearance. This much ground clearance allows the R1S to conquer tricky off-road obstacles.

The Rivian R1S is easily one of the most capable SUVs on the market today because of its suspension and different drive modes. The R1T has conquered the Hell’s Gate obstacle in Moab, Utah. The R1S should be able to conquer the same obstacle because of its incredible maximum approach and breakover angles.

Should you get a 2022 Rivian R1S?

A white Rivian R1S electric SUV is parked.
The Rivian R1S | Rivian

The 2022 Rivian R1S is an automotive marvel. TopSpeed.com claims that the R1S can go from 0-60 miles per hour in about 3.2 seconds.

If you can get a Rivian R1S, you won’t be disappointed. Doug DeMuro’s high praise of the R1S is justified because of its amazing quickness and off-roading prowess. Rivian’s R1T and R1S are proof that electric vehicles can outperform gas-powered vehicles. Best of all, both Rivian models are more affordable than luxury sports vehicles with similar speed and agility. Is the Rivian R1S really the most impressive SUV that Doug DeMuro has ever tested?

Read more about another impressive Rivian model, the R1T electric pickup truck, in the next article below.


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