Reported EPA Leak Claims Rivian R2 Will Hit 335 Miles on One Charge

That number outperforms an already-solid estimate revealed last month.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:02pm

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An abstract, colorful image created with a slow shutter speed and panning motion, depicting a modern electric SUV as sweeping, blurred streaks of vibrant hues, conveying a sense of speed, power, and advanced engineering.The Rivian R2's impressive EPA-estimated range could give it a competitive edge in the electric SUV market.Indianapolis Today

According to a post on Rivian Forums, the EPA has leaked the full specifications for the upcoming Rivian R2 electric SUV, including a range of 335 miles on a single charge - surpassing the previously announced 330-mile estimate. The leaked filing also reveals other competitive details about the R2's curb weight, battery capacity, and performance variants.

Why it matters

The Rivian R2 is a highly anticipated new electric vehicle that will compete directly with models like the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Ioniq 5. If the leaked EPA range numbers are accurate, it would give the R2 a significant advantage over its rivals and make it an even more compelling option for EV buyers.

The details

According to the leaked EPA filing, the Rivian R2 with 21-inch wheels is estimated to have a range of 335 miles on a single charge. This narrowly beats the 330-mile range that Rivian had previously announced for the production model. The filing also shows a 314-mile range for the R2 with 20-inch wheels. Other details include a curb weight just under 5,000 pounds, a tested weight of 5,250 lbs, and a battery capacity of 86.8 kWh. Performance variants of the R2 will deliver over 600 horsepower and start arriving this spring, while more affordable standard models with 275 miles of range and a $45,000 starting price are expected to launch in late 2027.

  • The performance-focused R2 variants will start deliveries this spring.
  • More affordable standard R2 models with 275 miles of range are expected to launch in late 2027.

The players

Rivian

An American electric vehicle startup that is developing the R2 SUV to compete with models like the Tesla Model Y.

Tesla Model Y

An all-electric midsize luxury crossover SUV produced by Tesla, which the Rivian R2 will directly compete against.

Hyundai Ioniq 5

An all-electric midsize crossover SUV produced by Hyundai, which the Rivian R2 will also compete against in the EV market.

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What they’re saying

“The Rivian R2 already looks like a hit in the making, particularly after the company announced in March that the production model will hit a key collection of planned range, performance, and pricing benchmarks.”

— Fred Smith, Motorsports Editor

What’s next

More details about the Rivian R2's official EPA ratings and pricing are expected to be announced in the coming months as the vehicle nears its full production launch.

The takeaway

The leaked EPA numbers suggest the Rivian R2 could have a significant range advantage over its key competitors in the electric SUV segment, which could make it an even more compelling option for EV buyers looking for a practical and capable electric vehicle.