Rivian Truck Reviews: 10 Best Electric Trucks for 2024

The electric Ford F-150 is a huge thing, not least since the ordinary one has been North America’s best-selling vehicle (not only truck) for the past 40 years. Since the Lightning, named after the high-performance, gasoline-powered F-150s of yesteryear, was introduced in May 2021, tens of thousands of Americans have reserved one.

You may expect up to 572 bhp, 775lb ft of torque, and a stated range of 320 miles. It has a big front trunk and bi-directional power, which means it can power your equipment, or perhaps your entire house, for days at a time if necessary. It has a maximum payload of 900kg and a towing capacity of 4.5 tons, with costs ranging from $60,000 to $100,000. Is America, however, ready to go electric? Last year, TG Mag editor Jack Rix traveled to the United States for two days to find out and measure public opinion on Ford’s new electric truck.

An all-electric pickup truck from an American start-up—you get the picture. Right? Except you don’t, because this pickup is made by Rivian truck, an American startup. In addition, unlike the other pickup from that other firm, it is already in production.

Early trucks had a 300-mile range (longer and shorter-range variants are on the way) and a quad-motor powertrain, enabling 0–60 mph in under three seconds, with costs beginning at $73,000 (approximately £59k). There’s another 330 liters under the bonnet, 350 liters in the lockable ‘gear tunnel,’ and a 200-liter sealed bin beneath the rear bed floor. Oh, and it can allegedly wade through over 900mm of water while towing over five tons. Rivian truck also offers a seven-seat SUV brother to the R1T, the R1S, which began deliveries.

Like no other truck or vehicle you’ve ever seen. The much-anticipated Tesla Cybertruck was supposed to go into production in late 2021, with Tesla supposedly sitting on hundreds of thousands of pre-orders, but that date was pushed back to 2022. Elon then said that it would be delayed until 2023, and he has now confirmed that it will begin production later this year. Keep your fingers crossed.

So far, here’s what we know. Prices will start at less than $40,000 for the single-motor, rear-drive variant and escalate to $70,000 for the all-wheel-drive, tri-motor model with a claimed “500+ mile” range, a 1.5-tonne max payload, and a towing capability of more than six tons. Oh, and it claims to go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. Tesla says that the Cybertruck will look just like this when it goes into production, with its unpainted stainless-steel body, reinforced glass, and seating for six. Do you like the look?

Lordstown Motors is named after the town of Lordstown, Ohio, where the business owns a historic General Motors plant. At least, it did until it was sold in 2021 to tech giant Foxconn in order to acquire funding for its Endurance electric pickup truck, which we’re informed went into production in late 2022. There is good news.

The Endurance is intended to be a true work truck, similar to the F-150 rather than the Rivian truck, with four in-wheel hub motors and a 109 kWh battery for a stated 250+ mile range. Initially, the idea was to manufacture and deploy 50 pickups by the end of 2022, followed by up to 450 more in the first half of this year.

The Hummer EV isn’t actually intended for tradesmen. Take a look at it. Do you want some figures? It is eighteen feet long, six and a half feet tall, more than seven feet broad, and weighs over four tons. At the very least, he looks the part. The $112,000 First Edition models, billed as “the ultimate off-road EV supertruck,” have 1,000 bhp from three e-motors (drawing power from GM’s clever new ‘Ultium’ battery), 11,500lb ft of torque, can supposedly hit 60mph from a standstill in around three seconds, and have a range of around 350 miles. It has up to 37-inch tires and a “CrabWalk” function that directs both the front and back wheels in the same direction. The Hummer, according to GM, can scale “18-inch verticals” and wade through 600mm of water.

A Chevrolet pickup truck follows a Ford pickup truck as night follows day. And don’t be fooled into thinking it’s just a recycled combustion-engined Silverado; it’s constructed entirely on the same electric architecture as the Hummer EV. When it goes on sale in 2023, purchasers will have the choice of the $105,000 RST First Edition or the more rugged and, um, sensibly priced $39,900 Work Truck (WT). Differences? The former has 664 bhp and 780lb ft of torque, a 600kg payload, and a towing capability of 3,650kg, while the latter has 510 bhp and 615lb ft of torque, a 550kg payload, and a towing capacity of 3,650kg. Sufficiently healthy. The smartest thing about it, however, is that bed. It measures 5 feet 11 inches long, but open the midgate, and it expands to 9 feet or 10 feet 10 inches with the optional tailgate extended.

This is GMC’s third all-electric truck, the Sierra EV. It’ll be built on GM’s Ultium chassis, like the Hummer and Chevrolet’s Silverado EV, with two motors producing 744 bhp and 785lb ft of torque. In other words, plenty. The Denali Edition 1 will be the first vehicle to hit US roads in early 2024, with a range of up to 400 miles on a single charge and a charging capacity of 350 kW, which implies 100 miles of range in just 10 minutes. Furthermore, the 10.2kW onboard power outlet is said to be capable of powering your home for up to 21 days in the case of a power outage.

It, like the Hummer, can crab walk thanks to four-wheel steering, and it has a 600kg cargo capacity and a towing capacity of 4,309kg. Prices start at $107,000, so it’s not cheap, but subsequent versions should considerably lower the entrance price.

The Ram 1500 Revolution Electric Vehicle (REV) was initially presented as a concept in January, with Ram revealing the production version a month later at this year’s Super Bowl halftime show. That’s hardly a horrible way to make your debut, is it? So far, here’s what we know. It will be built on Stellantis’ new STLA Frame platform and will be offered in two sizes: a 168kWh battery pack with a range of up to 350 miles and a 229kWh unit with a range of up to 500 miles. If you can find a 350kW fast charger, you can add up to 110 miles of range in 10 minutes, while 645 bhp, 620lb ft of torque, and a 0–60 mph speed of 4.4 seconds all seem very healthy to us.

The Ram 1500 REV also has a 1,225kg payload capacity, 6,350 towing capacity, and 610mm wading capabilities, as well as bi-directional charging from vehicle to vehicle, vehicle to house, and vehicle to grid. The full rollout is planned for later this year.

Another day, another Californian EV startup, but Alpha has taken off. We first saw the wolf in March 2021, when it was simply a 3D rendering. After five months, it had grown into a real, tangible model. Quick work. So far, here’s what we know. There will be three models: the basic Wolf, the extended-cab Wolf+, and the double-cab SuperWolf. Buyers will be able to choose between a single-motor 2WD and a twin-motor 4WD. Alpha claims a 0-60mph time of 6.2 seconds and a range of roughly 250 miles from its 75kWh battery. And get this: Alpha is aiming for a $36k (about £29k) beginning price, though we’ll believe it when we see it. It made its global debut at this year’s Seoul Mobility Show, and manufacturing is set to begin in Q4.

Atlis, another American start-up vying for a piece of the electric pickup pie, initially presented its wedge-tastic XT pickup to the world in 2019, with a claimed Mercedes EQS-rivaling 500-mile range and a 15-minute full charge time. Wowsers. The remaining specifications were as impressive: 600+ bhp, 12,000lb ft of torque, 0–60 mph in 5.0 seconds, a peak speed of 120mph, a payload of over 2.3 tons, and a towing capability of nearly 16 tons. Buyers will be able to choose between a 6.5- or 8-foot bed, with costs starting at $45,000 for the entry-level model with a 125-kWh battery and a 300-mile range. Meanwhile, the range-topper, with its 250kWh battery and 500-mile range, begins at $69,000. Oh, and Atlas believes it will have a one-million-mile life lifetime—four times the distance that the average British motorist is said to travel in their lifetime. Otherworldly.

FAQS

Should I buy the Rivian R1T in 2023?

If you’re looking for a high-end electric pickup truck that combines power, efficiency, capacity, and usefulness in an appealing design, the Rivian truck R1T is a must-see. However, it is more expensive than other competitors. If you require a truck that can transport heavy loads or long lengths of timber while maintaining the economy of an electric vehicle, the Ford F-150 Lightning may be a better option. The Honda Ridgeline is a similarly refined truck that is substantially cheaper and has comparable handling. Just bear in mind that you won’t receive the same level of power, capacity, or luxurious trappings as with the Rivian.

Which Rivian truck R1T model should you buy?

The Rivian truck R1T is easier to choose than many other trucks since it only comes in one trim—Adventure — and you can personalize it by selecting characteristics such as battery capacity and number of motors. We recommend getting the Adventure with the large battery ($6,000) and quad-motor drivetrain ($8,000). The large battery provides a good amount of driving range, while the four electric motors (one at each wheel) provide excellent acceleration, towing, and off-roading capabilities.

What is 2023 R1T’s driving range?

According to Rivian truck, the 2023 R1T has a driving range of around 260 miles when equipped with the standard 105-kWh battery and dual-motor powertrain. The quad-motor powertrain with the large battery has a maximum driving range of 314 miles, and adding the Max battery increases the range to 400 miles, according to Rivian.

Where and how can I charge the 2023 R1T?

The R1T may be charged at home with the Rivian truck Wall Charger ($750), on the move with the Rivian Portable Charger ($400), or at any public charging station. Rivian truck is presently creating a proprietary public charging network akin to Tesla’s Supercharger network, and the R1T’s navigation system can direct you to the nearest public charging station.

How Much Does a Rivian R1T Cost to Insure?

Your deductible, the desired level of coverage, and the type of insurance you choose are just a few of the variables that affect how much it will cost to insure a Rivian R1T. Your age, gender, region, credit score, and driving record can all influence your insurance prices. To get the best auto insurance coverage for you, consult our car insurance guide.

What is cost of charging the 2023 R1T?

According to the EPA, charging R1T cars with large batteries costs between $950 and $1,100 per year. The charges for the Standard and Max batteries have not been disclosed.

How long will the battery in the 2023 R1T last?

The projected longevity of Rivian truck’s battery packs has not been stated, although the batteries are backed by an eight-year, 175,000-mile warranty. Battery life varies according to factors such as the environment, mileage traveled, and how frequently the battery is charged.