Rivian’s new Dune edition lets you channel your inner Fremen


Rivian announced the California Dune edition of its R1 electric vehicles, with new 20-inch All-Terrain wheels, a new paint color, and a protective underbody shield for those with a desire for some serious off-roading.
The company says the California Dune edition vehicles are “built to tackle the toughest terrains.” Rivian’s tri-motor EVs already offer a number of distinct drive modes, including Soft Sand, but now the automaker is building a vehicle specifically for those desert adventures.
“Built to tackle the toughest terrains”
The special edition is based on the company’s tri-motor powertrain, which offers 850 horsepower and 1,103 lb-ft of torque. That means 0-60mph acceleration in 2.9-seconds, with an EPA-estimated range of 329 miles. But the new add-ons won’t come cheap: the California Dune version of the R1T truck starts at $99,900, while the R1S SUV starts at $105,900.
The 20” All-terrain wheels come in two styles: newly introduced dark wheels or the all new California Dune finish wheels that match the exterior paint color. That new paint is called California Dune, which Rivian says was inspired by “the subtle natural undertones of the desert dunes with calming, earthy tones that offer a neutral and warm feeling.”
And because you can’t offer a new paint color without freshening up the inside, Rivian is offering a new two-tone Adventure interior with Sandstone topped with a layer of Black Mountain (those are colors, I suppose). Newly durable and easy-to-clean floor mats allow for swift removal of sand and other off-roading detritus.
There’s also a range of accessories to choose from, including dark Maxtrax recovery boards, in case your Rivian finds itself stuck in some deep sand and needs a little extra help getting out. The California Dune edition also comes with dark crossbars and a powered tonneau with a new look.
The new special edition EVs are being announced on the eve of a crucial earnings report from Rivian. The company will report its fourth quarter results, as well as its full-year numbers and outlook for 2025.
Rivian announced the California Dune edition of its R1 electric vehicles, with new 20-inch All-Terrain wheels, a new paint color, and a protective underbody shield for those with a desire for some serious off-roading. The company says the California Dune edition vehicles are “built to tackle the toughest terrains.” Rivian’s…
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