Rivian · Charging Time
How long to charge a
Rivian R1S Dual Motor Large (Gen 2)?
A Rivian R1S Dual Motor Large (Gen 2) (109.4 kWh battery, 220 kW peak DC) charges from 10% to 80% in approximately 36 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger, and fills from empty in around 16h 26m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox.
Last updated · Specs · Methodology
Every charger
Rivian R1S Dual Motor Large (Gen 2) — charging times by charger
DC times are 10–80% (the standard fast-charging window). AC times are 0–100%, since you’ll usually leave it plugged in overnight.
| Charger | Power | Type | Window | Time | Est. cost |
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| Three-pin domestic socket | 2.3 kW | AC | 0–100% | 52h 51m | £31.60 (£8.51 off-peak) |
| Home wallbox 7 kW | 7.4 kW | AC | 0–100% | 16h 26m | £31.60 (£8.51 off-peak) |
| Three-phase home 11 kW | 11 kW | AC | 0–100% | 11h 03m | £31.60 (£8.51 off-peak) |
| Three-phase home 22 kW | 22 kW | AC | 0–100% | 10h 34m | £31.60 (£8.51 off-peak) |
| Public AC destination 22 kW | 22 kW | AC | 0–100% | 10h 34m | £54.70 |
| Rapid DC 50 kW | 50 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 1h 48m | £64.38 |
| Rapid DC 100 kW | 100 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 54 minutes | £64.38 |
| Fast DC 150 kW | 150 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 36 minutes | £64.38 |
| Tesla Supercharger V3 | 250 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 36 minutes | £44.00 |
| Tesla Supercharger V4 | 325 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 36 minutes | £44.00 |
| Ultra-rapid DC 350 kW | 350 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 36 minutes | £69.27 |
The Specs
About the Rivian R1S Dual Motor Large (Gen 2)
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Battery
109.4 kWh
Usable battery capacity. The number that matters for charging-time maths.
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DC Peak
220 kW
Comfortable on any ultra-rapid charger up to its limit.
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AC Max
11.5 kW
Standard 11 kW three-phase. Most home wallboxes will charge at full pace.
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Range gain (estimate)
≈ 268 mi
Rough miles added by a 10–80% fast-charging session (assuming ~3.5 mi/kWh).
How we calculate
The formula, in the open
Charging time is energy needed divided by effective power. We model the typical, warm, healthy case so the number is honest, not optimistic. Read the full methodology for the curve assumptions and sources.
Common Questions
Rivian R1S — frequently asked
How long does it take to charge a Rivian R1S Dual Motor Large (Gen 2)?
From 10% to 80% in approximately 36 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger. From empty to full in around 16h 26m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox. Times above are for a warm, healthy battery — cold packs and busy charger sites can extend them by 10–20%.
What is the Rivian R1S’s maximum charging speed?
The Rivian R1S Dual Motor Large (Gen 2) accepts up to 220 kW on a DC fast charger and up to 11.5 kW on AC. Power tapers above 80% state of charge to protect the battery cells.
Can the Rivian R1S use a 350 kW ultra-rapid charger?
It will work but the car only draws up to 220 kW. A 220 kW or 150 kW charger gives the same speed at lower cost.
How long to charge a Rivian R1S at home?
On a typical 7.4 kW home wallbox the Rivian R1S fills from empty in around 16h 26m. Plug in overnight and the charge time stops mattering.
Is it bad to charge the Rivian R1S to 100%?
For day-to-day driving most manufacturers recommend an 80% ceiling on lithium-ion (NCM/NCA) chemistries, and 100% on LFP. Charge to 100% before a long trip and use the full range that day.