Rivian R2 Deposit? 3 Honest Realities After One Year with R1S SUV

Thinking about putting down a deposit on the new Rivian R2? Before you hit “confirm,” there are a few things about the Rivian ownership experience you won’t find on a spec sheet. After owning our Rivian R1S for a full year, I’m sharing the honest truth about what it’s really like to own a Rivian, the surprises that came, and if it's worth the investment in 2026. In this video, I break down the 3 biggest issues we've had after one year of R1S ownership, including screen glitching, steering wheel noise, and a coolant leak. I also dive deep into the Rivian customer service experience. From free towing and car rentals. Whether you’re deciding if the Rivian R2 will be worth the wait or wondering if the R1S is the right electric SUV for your family right now, this real honest ownership review has you covered. What you'll see in this video: 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Problem 1: Screen Glitching & Software 1:07 - Problem 2: Steering Wheel Noise Issue 2:18 - Real Audio: Hearing the Steering Noise 2:22 - Problem 3: The Infamous Coolant Leak 2:37 - Visual: Coolant Leak 3:04 - Rivian Customer Service: The Honest Truth 3:20 - Service Process: Towing & Loaner Cars 3:50 - Rivian & Enterprise Partnership Explained 5:05 - The Perks: Picking Up a Fully Charged Vehicle 5:21 - Do Rivian Service Centres Provide Free Car Washes? 5:40 - The Verdict: Why We Are Staying With Rivian 6:10 - Advice for Rivian R2 Buyers #RivianR2 #RivianR1S #Rivian #R2Deposit #RivianReview #RivianOwnership #ElectricSUV #EVOwnership #EVReview #ElectricVehicle #AdventureVehicle #R2