The company says the California Dune edition vehicles are “built to tackle the toughest terrains.” Rivian’s tri-motor EVs already offer a number of distinct drive modes, including Soft Sand, but now the automaker is building a vehicle specifically for those desert adventures.

What You Need to Know About the New 2025 Rivian R1S and R1T California Dune Edition - Find Rivian charging stations near you. Essentially a collection of appearance packages, the

Rivian's new California Dune special edition costs $105,900 for the R1S configuration, and $99,900 if you opt for the R1T truck. It's not cheap. But it is cool. Your average Rivian R1T or R1S is already a massively capable off-road vehicle,

Rivian has introduced the new R1T and R1S California Dune Editions. They have a unique paint job, special wheels, and a two-tone interior. The EVs have a tri-motor powertrain with 850 hp and 329 miles of range.

Whether you pick an R1S or an R1T as your base, every California Dune Edition model will feature the brand’s tri-motor layout, which provides 850 horsepower and 1,103 lb-ft of t

You can get the rally-inspired 20-inch wheels in beige or graphite, but they're exclusively available on the new limited-edition California Dune models.

Rivian sent out a teaser via email and social media stating that “ a mirage takes shape Feb 19. ” The photos included several views of sand dunes and a black-and-white photo of a Rivian vehicle, leading many to surmise that part of the announcement would involve a new color.