Rivian R1S, R1T See 2027 Updates, Including Second-Row Captain’s Chairs
American electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian is rolling out 2027 model year updates to the R1S SUV and R1T pickup this week. Alongside a revised trim-level naming scheme that brings the R1 models in line with the newer R2, Rivian’s R1S can now be had with a new second-row captain’s chair configuration that trades a bit of seat capacity for improved comfort and convenience. Meanwhile, the R1T electric truck gets a new all-season wheel-and-tire option, rebalancing on-road range with off-road capability. Upgraded seating The biggest material update affects the full-size R1S, which is now available with a six-seat configuration that swaps the SUV’s second-row bench for captain’s chairs. The new buckets get individual armrests that fold flush when not in use and a push-to-release cupholder that accommodates large water bottles, while retaining the bench’s heated surfaces and car-seat tie-downs. The fold-flat design makes way for bulky cargo, but the unobstructed center pass-through allows long, narrow gear like surfboards or skis to stretch through from the rear without having to fold the seats down or give up …








