Is the 2023 Rivian R1S Adventure Edition a better SUV to BUY than a GMC Hummer?

The R1S is Rivian's all new SUV. This vehicle is meant to compete with the Tesla Model X, Cadillac Escalade IQ and GMC Hummer EV SUV. On the outside you will find optional 20in wheels, off-road tires, full LED lighting and tow hooks. On the inside there is a large infotainment system, digital gauge cluster and full glass panoramic roof. Powering the R1S are (4) electric motors producing over 800HP. Is the 2023 Rivian R1S Adventure Edition a better SUV to BUY than a GMC Hummer?
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[@TommyHuynh]

I have the R1S launch edition. It is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned and I've had Lexus GS, Cadillac Escalade, Acura RDX. This vehicle is so thought out and I have no regrets. It's way faster than any sports car, can fit as many people as an escalade, can off road like a jeep and way more reliable than range rover and more luxurious than a German luxury sedan. The craziest part is its still cheaper than a Ford Expedition 😂

[@SLee-vj4px]

R1S easily eats Expedition's, Range Rover's lunch and dinner, any day!

[@ernielaw]

I have high hopes for the Rivian, but the next SUV to compare it to is the Lucid Gravity, which is also fully electric.

[@benpaul5330]

“Be careful, if you rub your wood too hard…” 😂 awesome review Joe!!!

[@leoclement3801]

Right?!?! LOL. Very witty!

[@The_Hi_Life]

This IMO is one of the best proportioned, most thought out vehicles on the market. Not too big, or small, loads of power and torque, decent range, it’s AWD, and amazing towing capacity. It’s comfortably luxurious, but not over the top. Price is still pretty expensive, but compared to everything else, well, everything’s expensive right now. Im thinking this the total package if your in the SUV market.

[@losequis7682]

No car play. No HUD. NO digital rear view mirror. No 3rd row controls to get seat up and down from rear. No controls for bottom trunk hatch is craaazy at $85k+

[@IvanRivera-xb3he]

it is definitely the total package. compared to what it does have, what it doesn't have (car play, hud, mirror) is pure fluff. Don't let the price point police say otherwise. The price point has gone into the drivetrain, not into accoutrements (french for "random crap")

[@jiggyjay682]

Hey boy, how long and how far can it tow a 40FT camper on the back of it?

[@leoclement3801]

Yes of course, the majority of your hard earned dollar goes towards the drivetrain. That's true for almost every new vehicle out there however, I disagree completely with your other presumption. Car play, HUD, digital rear view mirror, proper controls for the 3rd row seats AND a sliding shade below that massive two section glass roof, is most certainly not "fluffy random crap" that is typically seen in an $82,000 vehicle! @@IvanRivera-xb3he

[@magallon643]

Well said!

[@bryanwashington9511]

This Rivian R1S is awesome and can blast off like crazy! Thanks for bringing us the review and on throttle action Joe and Steven thank you for your hard work behind the camera!👍👍

[@shaqdeez1]

Rear floor lifts up to the lip to make the floor flat. Also you missed the accessories in the rear near the 2 buttons. They're slider doors that gives access to compressor and plugs

[@jondavis5782]

Came to the comments for this! Wanted anyone loading drums of pickles to know that it’s not a deal breaker 😂

[@kevinm5177]

Great video as usual. I’ve spent an hour looking at it with no distraction and you showed things I missed.

[@criminalscum8472]

IF I were to buy an electric vehicle, this would be the one

[@leoclement3801]

Another fantastic review Joe. Love your systemic format coupled with some awesome editing. You definitely have one of, if not "the" best auto review channel on KZbin. Congrats bud, you've earned it man! I agree with you 100% regarding the 2 "HUGE" zonks on the Rivian R1S. It is truly hard to believe that the massive two section glass roof does NOT have a sliding shade. It's almost laughable that somehow, this ridiculous flaw passed the test during the designing stage. The other zonk is those stupid manual folding rear seats - yeah, in a $82,000 vehicle - gimme a frickin' break Rivian! And so like everyone else, I'm still waiting for a "real world" review on an actual production-line Cybertruck, not the prototype. It'll most likely set a baseline that everything else will be measured against. Keep up the great work Joe. I love your channel man!

[@garciafamily3335]

KARATE KID!!!! One of my all time favs! We have a Ford Mach E, LOVE this Rivian...we have their Amazon vans zipping around our neighborhood too! Awesome video, as always!

[@joelcazares9986]

Made my day @14:30 😂. Thank you!

[@marcusturner5291]

Nice video keep up the good work Joe

[@davonne225]

I actually like the design. Very unique and doesn't look like any other SUV or truck on the road. I don't mind the flat black since its an Adventure edition. The rear looks like the Jeep Wagoneer. I liked that Defender in the background with that unique paint job on the side. That is really sweet. No head up display is a major zonk.

[@G82Watts]

Lol looks so ugly man literally a bug

[@hearmeout1966]

Much love for Rivian. Great looking vehicles with amazing technology and great brand.

[@DADRacingYT]

Nice video. But just quick mention.. your battery range info is incorrect for the quad motor. The quad motor does not take the max pack, only the dual motor. This quad motor range is in the 280s because of the wheel/tire package.This is the long range battery (midsize). If you want more range on this, you'll need to get different tire package. But for the dual motor, yes there are 3 range differences on battery alone. then tire/wheel package will adjust those also.

[@mattedwards9986]

The internal air compressor in the rear storage area is a nice touch, too. It's purpose built, and gives a different flavor compared to the typical tesla bubbles.

[@andykuhn4968]

Can get an air compressor and jumpstarter combo at Costco for $120. Keep it in your whatever car. done.

[@mrgonzo2139]

@@andykuhn4968no one said you couldn’t but it’s nice it comes with it. It’s convenient

[@auburndirectprimarycare2174]

I love the random size comparisons 😂

[@Darkgudda]

Great video just now seeing this. I had pre-ordered this but over time was taking to long and the price increased to $82K. Prior was around high $70's but there was some things they had to increase that finally my lovely wife said with a son going to college nope. Instead got me a 2022 Jeep Gladiator which I love. This is a very sweet SUV.

[@maverickflint1991]

That is good cargo room with the seats down and a nice storage area in the back.👍

[@odinfatherofthor]

That's only BEV I would buy if I was in the market for one. Love the black on black with a touch of yellow.

[@johnade75]

This is a nice review I love it.👍👍👍

[@LordStevenStone]

My dad owns a mid size suv so I always wanted one for myself will keep this one on my radar and it’s less than $100k

[@twinflame2885]

I want this!! i hope the company does well. i’ve had my eye on this for like 2 years

[@RaitisRides]

Fingers crossed for you

[@goulartaf66]

Love everything about the Rivian a lot of Volvo type styling cues! 👌🏼

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe keep up the good work real true and I love the video real true 👍

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you having my back

[@prolly2565]

When you sit in the back seat, are the front seats all the way back? I'm 6'1 with long legs and always ride with the front seat back all the way and want to find a vehicle for my back passengers to have plenty of space

[@maverickflint1991]

That is a nice 3rd row. Did not know they had a SUV but I do now.👍

[@maverickflint1991]

Another great video.

[@quanfit2266]

Absolutely love the R1S

[@SLee-vj4px]

totally agree, will be my next new vehicle!

[@maverickflint1991]

That Rivian that thing got up and flew like the wind when you hit the gas 👍

[@petebarnett9]

No gas. Accelerator.

[@chabbysrides]

Great SUV!! Fantastic for a first try by Rivian. Thanks for bringing it to us.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Micahel!

[@A.Deveneaux]

One word that describes the R1S is exclusively capable. On the track, off roading, daily driving and formal parties. It's everything you can do in one SUV.

[@jonathanormaza4256]

You were talking about the beach fight between Daniel San and Jhonny in Karate Kid! Love that movie.

[@JustJamesYT]

im confusd, you cant option a rivian r1s quad motor with the small battery pack, unless I'm misinformed.

[@RS35cyl]

What a great vehicle! The headlights gives it Little Orphan Annie eyes!

[@tpndgo2061]

That close up around 3:17 on the front , makes it look like a rear.

[@onterrioredmon5711]

That thang cleannnnn I like that

[@gramb5611]

"If the Twinkie doesn't fit it's not legit" Spot on

[@RaitisRides]

You know it man!

[@sebyylove]

Those seats are badass

[@Bluesky1ification]

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[@Mark-in-Texas]

Regarding the 3rd row seats, most owners will probably rarely ever use it and just keep it in the down position anyway, so the manufacturer having it manual rather than increasing costs to make it automatic is probably a good idea.

[@lokchan9399]

As an R1S owner, it really isn't a big deal for me. We have it up all the time (since we prefer the looks of the 3rd row up) and have it down when we go for a Costco run every few weeks. It only takes us a few second to put it back up.

[@heatism]

@@lokchan9399 do you find it hard to have to manually pull the back to push up the third row seats? And when did you take delivery?

[@tnygp]

wish there was a 5 seater option

[@Aggie4life77]

@@tnygpthere is one now called the RS2.

[@Aggie4life77]

I agree with this. It’s a nice to have when family comes into town for us, but otherwise, those seats rarely get used. We only have one child though.

[@jamesdaple9951]

Man that’s Quick !

[@ZenEndurance]

Truly an amazing vehicle. So much better than a Tesla with actual buttons and controls.

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true

[@ericjarvis3051]

As an owner of both a Model S and R1T all those buttons don't help if the software is crap. And compared to my Tesla the software is horrible. Great vehicle but interface is years behind Tesla. And it takes all of a day to get used to using a touchscreen or voice commands

[@nguyep4]

Except not everyone like buttons and knots

[@davidv.5360]

I've driven both and unfortunately it's still behind in software compared to tesla.

[@heatism]

@@davidv.5360 as it should be, since Tesla has what, a 10 year Head-start? Just hoping Rivian works on their software and updates. I’m due to take delivery in a few weeks.

[@RelaxingRivian]

thanks for the review.. we love our R1s.. not perfect.. but very good for $75k

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Now my first Rivian R1S EV SUV I can afford.

[@chltmdwp]

I see Rivian everywhere i go in a small town Oregon

[@maverickflint1991]

Hello sir. Good to see you again 🙂👍

[@rjk6490]

Where are the cup holders for driver & passenger?

[@onewayofliving]

I traded in my land Rover Defender for the Rivian R1S. Rivian is a ton more fun. Defender was great. Built like a tank but cost $130 to go around 300+ miles here in CA. For the same about off money, the Rivian can go over 1500 miles. Massive cost savings

[@TrevorSchulz666]

My neighbour has the pickup truck version and it’s actually pretty nice

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that!

[@shuss-pi3me]

that thing is dang beautiful

[@Aggie4life77]

I’m really considering this SUV. I really like that Electric Escalade that’s coming out in a year, but that may be too big as a daily for the wife. This just checks off all the boxes. The third row is a nice to have for when family comes to town, but we will mostly use it as a 5 seater. I will check out the Hummer and compare.

[@ivankoretskyy8243]

Perfect in every way ❤

[@Undisputed_King]

Looks nice

[@bsmith]

Nice overview! Solid SUV. Btw, Tesla hasn’t made a vehicle with a portrait display in a few years now.

[@robertgrantz6639]

I'm wondering if he was thinking of Ford - I like the Mach-e but man is that screen wonky.

[@bsmith]

@@robertgrantz6639 good point!

[@davidp2888]

I just saw one of these today! it's YUGE!

[@RaitisRides]

Do you like them?

[@davidp2888]

@RaitisRides Yessir, I do!

[@hearmeout1966]

Rivian is the real deal. Love it.

[@RaitisRides]

I am sure they are happy to hear that!

[@BrandonElliotSmith]

UGHHHHH.... Literally the exact color I want. I want one soooo bad lol. Either that, the Escalade IQ, an electrified Genesis GV80 (if they ever release one), an electrified Infiniti Monogram (if they ever release one), an electrified Range Rover (if they ever release one), a Lucid SUV (if they ever release one), or of the new Fisker Oceans w/ the solar roof lol.

[@sa4769]

Im seeing more Rivians around in town I like them

[@evkx]

Only in US this is a mid-size suv :-) It is gigantic 🙂

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it

[@razorraysolarsavings70]

Lots of fat people in the USA, yeah I said, it’s the truth.

[@Random.Adventures.]

black color looks nice

[@maverickflint1991]

Awesome you can put a box of Twinkes in that compartment.😋👍

[@raysilva12]

This thing is beautiful if i had the miney is definitely buy

[@ericjarvis3051]

That one does have the large battery since that's the only option currently. Also, you cannot get a truck with three motors. And Tesla hasn't made portrait screens for years now.

[@user-su5rt2dk8p]

It's a really nice car and I want it. It would be great if the company releases it in the form of a Rivian SUV in many countries, including Korea, when the company's finances are good.

[@stefangreene3405]

I'll get my Mazda CX 90. But great review as always Joe. Thanks Steven for the superb camera work.

[@taggerung890]

I think the R1s is great - I just wish the frunk was shaped more like the Ford Lightning's frunk

[@somejackball]

it's actually nice! 😊

[@RaitisRides]

I would have to agree with you!

[@aymanlockhartable]

If they have lower term compete with Model Y and its price, sales will take off!

[@ericritter46]

Can you give us an action shot of some of these newer column shifters? Would nice to know they're actually going back to classic column shifter or if these new column shifters are just a 'flick'.

[@petebarnett9]

Flick like a turn signal.

[@ericritter46]

@@petebarnett9 that's unfortunate but I'll still take it over a knob or buttons

[@randomdude7341]

I like it. Priced well in my opinion

[@sheldongraham9970]

Joe is the type of guy to use the Rivian speaker at a Karate Kid beach party 🤙🏼

[@petebarnett9]

Cargo lid in the rear moves up a bit to make rear flush

[@RaitisRides]

You are very correct!

[@guccisasha]

Great review video, as usual. I have one on order, along the R1T truck version, as it will arrive earlier, while the R1S delivery is set for 2024. I like how they asked for a refundable 1 k deposit, when ordering, so only serious buyers with get in line.

[@heatism]

Have you been invited to configure yet?

[@guccisasha]

Not yet has been 6 weeks on r1t n 4 m on r1s@@heatism

[@andres7196]

Love how it has four wheels and even a rivian badge on the steering wheel I just can’t believe it has electric assist seats.

[@HeroMaster137]

You love how it has four wheels? lol

[@andres7196]

@@HeroMaster137 haha yeah I’m being sarcastic because the way he does car reviews lol

[@HeroMaster137]

@@andres7196 ok lol

[@negativesplits06]

Nice ride

[@vincentwallace7447]

Sounding like Johnny Cochran with the rhymes 😂😂

[@RaitisRides]

Lol you are hilarious

[@TampaGuy]

Why didn’t you cover the tech inside in more depth? Are the seats cooling or heated how about the back info-tament kinda dropped the ball on this one Brother.

[@MegaRetr]

This Rivian R1S is awesome and can blast off like crazy!

[@bjbg6838]

Oh I gotta see this.

[@RaitisRides]

I have all the details for you!

[@maverickflint1991]

The rear seats like you said should have been powered up and down.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I buy Rivian R1S Adventure EV SUV one day.

[@flubberlane8437]

That front pouch is a perfect place for the twinkies 😀

[@RaitisRides]

Bingo

[@jayray274]

I’d love this thing! Too bad I don’t have 93K laying around. 😢

[@dandoherty1964]

Refusal to support CarPlay is a dealbreaker for me. I also agree that the lack of an HUD is a miss on an expensive “luxury” vehicle. Otherwise, it’s really nice.

[@chrisgelo1425]

This makes me curious of a Fisker or Vinfast review coming from Raiti soon 🤔

[@RaitisRides]

You just never know l😂

[@chrisgelo1425]

@RaitisRides Ha ha Raiti I think I guessed right again 😏

[@user-tk7xt3wq8r]

Excellent SUV just wish I could afford it 😮

[@RaitisRides]

Maybe one day

[@chrisb7507]

One day, maybe we can all afford these vehicles… until then, I’m sticking with my gasoline powered car with the auditory V8 whine

[@2010drive]

Rivian or Denali Ultimate?

[@navyman8314]

All grip and no slip.

[@eDENTECHNOCYBERHUB]

YOUR BIGGEST KENYAN FAN, SUBSCRIBER, LIKER, COMMENTER RIGHT HERE, AS USUAL, 04/10/2023

[@weiyang917]

Love my R1S , just need some improvement on the software . The navigation and the phone APP isn’t as good as Tesla’s .

[@ramonverde3300]

Hey Joe nice review of this vehicle don’t know if you have or have not. I would like to see a review of the Fisker Ocean and see how that vehicle is. Compared to all the others.

[@DoomsDay-ys1ki]

I’m just imagining if a time where you only see electric vehicles, the moment you and others move forward when a traffic light turns green, you may here a slight sound of spaceship instead of engine 😂

[@joebrito2066]

Awesome truck! If I was in the market for luxury or EV SUV I would pick this over a Range Rover or those Defenders behind you. Great video Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@G82Watts]

The hummer ev looks way better the interior is nice on this but it's front end is ugly

[@joebrito2066]

yeah, but can the power grid on your neighborhood can support charging the Hummer EV without brownouts

[@G82Watts]

@@joebrito2066 that's a problem? I have a porsche hybrid that charges just find in my garage

[@joebrito2066]

@@G82Watts Hybrids have tiny batteries compared the 212 kWh battery on the Hummer EV. I sold mine, it was cool but it took to long to charge compared to previous EV I owned. Waiting on the Sierra EV AT4 or Silverado EV Trail Boss, or even the Cybertruck.

[@islanddon865]

$20k less and it would be Limousine King. Don't need the mega power. Extended battery is the one I'd get for my rig. The bizarre headlights are perfect Limo identifiers from afar, for curbside or airport transfers. In big dollar Limo Markets, it might be a total winner.👍

[@bobcat18us]

I couldnt click this video fast enough! Lol

[@CorporacionRS]

Just got mine delivered 2 weeks ago, Mine cost me 78,000 , ordered 2 years ago. I am too happy with it, there is no way I am getting anything near as good for under 80k on 2023/2024/2025 etc. It does everything with excellence, customer service is awesome, and yes that 0-60 gets old, but boy merging into the highways never felt so good

[@kromahj]

My neighbor have one, I was like what that

[@heatism]

Are you eligible for the federal tax credit since yours was under $80k?

[@CorporacionRS]

Mine was actually 77,300.00 , so yes it was under 80,000.00 , and yes I will be asking for those 7,500 next April@@heatism

[@petebarnett9]

It's not eligible for the full rebate now because not all battery materials were sourced in the US.

[@heatism]

@@petebarnett9 correct. I believe it was eligible for the full credit before April 17 of this year. Anything after and it’s half that. Like me unfortunately

[@maverickflint1991]

Those buttons need to be for the rear seats and not the second row seats up and down. 👍

[@abo3258]

Huge zonk for me with the giant glass roof with no shade because I live in Texas. 🥵 But this is a great suv. Great review 👍

[@petebarnett9]

They sell aftermarket shades to insert

[@abo3258]

@@petebarnett9 Thats good to know

[@chriszawertany5242]

I need my Rivian serviced-ASAP-oh the nearest service center is Richmond VA-350 miles away- You pay the towing if the vehicle needs towing to the Rivian center also.Warrenty work. Unacceptable for a $80000 vehicle most people won't buy or afford.

[@badshodi]

Ya that is stupid. These companies need to understand that people want customer service and they are willing to pay otherwise they can buy a ford

[@gavinbarrera197]

Joe I know it’s not a brand new car but could you pls review a 2019 Mercedes Benz s65 amg.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m working on tracking one down for you