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Rivian Delivers Electric Van Update With 30% More Range and AWD
Rivian has begun deliveries of the first major update to its electric van since production started in 2021: a higher-capacity LFP battery provides 30% more range, and a dual-motor all-wheel-drive version has been added.
By Charlotte Redford · 2 min read
Rivian has begun deliveries of the first major hardware update to its electric van since production started in 2021. The new version features a higher-capacity LFP battery, which increases range by 30%, along with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive variant. The company announced this in its presentation for shareholders for the third quarter of 2026.
According to Rivian, deliveries of the updated variants began in early October. For the van, this is the first significant change in its specifications: for several years, its stated range was about 160 miles, or roughly 260 kilometers. Now the figure has grown by a third, which is directly important for those who use the vehicle for long routes.
InsideEVs reports that the electric van, built for delivery use, now ships with a larger-capacity battery as well as an all-wheel-drive version rated at 710 hp. This expands the vehicle's capabilities for courier companies that serve longer routes and operate in varying weather conditions.
The update applies primarily to the commercial van fleet, since this segment has become Rivian's main market. The increased range and the availability of all-wheel drive allow operators to stop for charging less often and to drive more confidently over difficult terrain and in adverse weather.
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