Rivian R2 Orders Near as Configurator Access Begins in June

Rivian moved closer to opening customer orders for its highly anticipated R2 crossover, notifying reservation holders to confirm delivery details ahead of configurator access in June. The update signaled that the EV startup remained on track for initial deliveries, following plans to begin employee handovers by the end of April as production ramps at its Normal, Illinois facility.

Rivian prepares R2 order rollout with June configurator access

Rivian began contacting early R2 reservation holders, asking them to verify their delivery addresses before gaining access to the vehicle configurator. The step suggested that the company was finalizing logistics ahead of opening order books, with configurator invitations expected to roll out starting in June.

The update followed confirmation that Rivian would begin delivering the R2 to select employees by late April, marking the first real-world handovers of the new crossover, according to autoevolution. Early reservation holders indicated they were informed about upcoming configurator access through both direct communication and discussions with company representatives.

While confirming an address did not yet mean an imminent delivery, it pointed to a structured rollout process. Rivian appeared to be preparing customers to convert reservations into firm orders, aligning with its broader timeline for bringing the R2 to market without significant delays.

Delivery prioritization and pricing strategy take shape

The address verification process likely played a key role in how Rivian planned to prioritize deliveries. As seen during the R1 launch, the automaker was expected to focus initial shipments near its Normal factory and key delivery hubs to streamline early logistics.

Rivian also signaled that configurator access would be granted only when customers were ready to place an order, avoiding past issues tied to premature configuration access. During the R1 rollout, supply chain disruptions forced pricing adjustments that frustrated early adopters, prompting the company to adopt a more controlled order process.

The R2 will launch with a Dual-Motor Performance-based Launch Edition, starting at $57,990 and delivering a claimed 0–60 mph time of 3.6 seconds from its 656-horsepower setup. A more affordable non-Performance version is expected in late 2026 at $53,990, with additional lower-cost variants planned thereafter.

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