Rivian Towing Capacity Calculator: 11,000 Pounds and the Range Math That Comes With It
Rivian didn't just build an electric truck that tows, it built one that tows better than most gas trucks on the road, with the Quad-Motor R1T hitting a genuinely class-leading 11,000 lb. The catch nobody advertises loudly is what that trailer does to your remaining range. This calculator gives you the honest tow rating and the honest range math in the same breath.
Rivian towing calculator
Set Up Your Rivian
Look on the windscreen through the driver's side glass, the door jamb sticker, or your Rivian app under vehicle details.
Your Result
Pick a model or drop in a VIN
Choose an R1T, R1S or R2 trim or decode your VIN, check the pre-filled numbers, add what you're carrying, then hit Run the Numbers.
The six checks
Standards used
- Tow rating:
SAE J2807 - Hitch class:
SAE J684 - GVWR / payload:
FMVSS 110 - Trailer electrics:
ISO 11992,ISO 1724 - VIN structure:
ISO 3779
The truck that made 11,000 pounds an electric number too
Owners after a figure specific to their own Rivian rather than a brochure average should use the Rivian towing capacity by VIN feature above, since motor configuration genuinely shifts the certified number across the R1T and R1S lineups. The R1T Quad-Motor leads the range with a genuinely class-leading 11,000 lb figure, the R1S follows with a strong three-row SUV number, the R2 carries preliminary but credible figures ahead of wider deliveries, and the R3 simply hasn't reached production certification yet, which this calculator states plainly rather than guessing at a number that doesn't exist.
Class-leading, genuinely so
Up to 11,000 lb on Quad-Motor, a figure that beats most gas-powered full-size trucks.
Three rows, real muscle
Up to 7,700 lb, a strong figure for an electric family SUV.
Preliminary but credible
Up to 6,500 lb expected, figures may shift slightly before wide deliveries ramp up.
R3 isn't ready yet
No production certification exists yet, so this calculator flags it as pending rather than inventing a number.
The full Rivian towing capacity chart
Every trim below loads straight into the calculator with a single click. Models without a confirmed production figure are marked plainly rather than left to guesswork.
| Model / motor config | Tow rating | GVWR | Payload | Curb weight |
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Getting a result in five steps
Enter VIN
Decodes model, motor configuration and tow package fitment.
Check the numbers
Cross-check against your Rivian towing capacity chart.
Load it up
Add passengers and cargo before the trailer.
Add the trailer
Loaded weight and tongue target, plus your unloaded range.
Read the checks
Payload, GVWR, GCWR, tow, tongue, hitch, plus range impact.
How the figures are worked out
SAE J2807
Ratings for the R1T, R1S and R2 with the factory tow package follow J2807 test methodology, same as any combustion truck.
VIN structure (ISO 3779)
The 17-character VIN carries WMI, VDS and VIS segments encoding model, motor configuration and equipment used to pin down your real figure.
Payload checked first
Tongue weight and cargo are weighed against payload before tow rating, since the large battery pack already eats into payload more than a comparable gas truck.
FMVSS 110
GVWR and payload definitions plus the certification label rules that apply across the current lineup.
SAE J684
Hitch class matched to trailer weight, Class IV for most setups scaling to Class V on a fully equipped Quad-Motor R1T.
More towing tools worth pairing with an R1T or R1S
Jaguar F-Pace and E-Pace towing hub
A performance-luxury comparison for context against Rivian's own adventure-focused positioning.
Jeep Gladiator and Grand Cherokee towing hub
An off-road-capable gas pickup comparison, a direct rival for the R1T's own adventure truck identity.
JMC Vigus Pro and Grand Avenue towing hub
A value-focused gas pickup comparison, the widest possible price and drivetrain gap from an R1T.
Kia Telluride and EV9 towing hub
Another electric SUV in this comparison, useful for weighing the EV9 against the R1S directly.
Lamborghini Urus towing capacity
A genuinely surprising super-SUV figure, purely for contrast against Rivian's adventure-truck focus.
Lexus towing capacity hub
A premium comparison point for buyers weighing Rivian's price bracket against an established luxury badge.
Mazda CX-90 and CX-70 towing hub
A gas-powered three-row comparison, useful for weighing range and refueling against an all-electric Rivian.
Mercedes-Benz GLE and G-Class towing hub
The luxury ceiling of this comparison set, useful context against Rivian's premium electric pricing.
MG RX8 and HS towing hub
A value-focused comparison for buyers weighing an R2 against a more budget-friendly badge.
Mitsubishi Triton and Pajero Sport towing hub
An established gas pickup and SUV comparison, another data point for a very different drivetrain philosophy.
Nissan Titan and Pathfinder towing hub
A genuine full-size gas truck figure, a direct benchmark for the R1T's own class-leading number.
Plymouth Grand Voyager towing capacity
A discontinued badge's genuine minivan figure, an interesting historical contrast to Rivian's brand-new approach.
Porsche Cayenne towing capacity
A performance-badge SUV that also surprises with a genuinely serious tow rating, much like the R1S.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Rivian R1T towing capacity?
The R1T is rated to tow up to 11,000 lb on the Quad-Motor variant with the factory tow package, a genuinely class-leading figure that beats most gas-powered full-size trucks. The Dual-Motor variant carries a slightly lower figure.
Can the Rivian R1S tow a travel trailer?
Yes. The R1S is rated to tow up to 7,700 lb on properly equipped variants with the factory tow package, a strong figure for a three-row electric SUV.
How much does towing reduce a Rivian's range?
Significantly. Towing near the rated capacity can reduce real-world range by roughly 45 to 60 percent compared to unloaded driving, so planning charging stops around that reduced range matters more than on a gas truck.
Does the Rivian R3 have a towing rating yet?
Not yet. The R3 has been announced but has not entered full production or certification testing, so no manufacturer towing figure exists yet.