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Rivian R2 uses up to 26% more energy than Model Y in real-world test

Rivian R2 uses up to 26% more energy than Model Y in real-world test
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Out of Spec Reviews put a Rivian R2 Performance and a Tesla Model Y Performance on the same roads on the same afternoon. The R2 used 18% to 26% more energy at every single speed they tested. That’s awkward, because the two SUVs carry identical EPA efficiency ratings, and Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has been telling media the R2 matches the Model Y.

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