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2023 Rivian R1T Quad-Motor — new model reveal: what matters beyond the headline specs?

PixelRoadieCommunity StarterJul 31, 20262023 Rivian R1T Quad-MotorNew York

A new model just dropped and the headline numbers look good, but I'm more interested in curb weight, wheel/tire sizes, real rear-seat room, charging/fueling, repairability and what features are locked behind packages. If I fix it I'll come back and update the thread.

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EuroMechanicish6Community StarterCommunity StarterAug 1, 2026permalink

Charge curves lie if you don't match starting SOC and temp. Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2023 Rivian R1T charge sessions. I'd do that before spending real money. Just my two cents from doing this recently. Make the next action something you can finish this week. I keep a notes app thread for this now.

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