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.

Rivian has unveiled the exclusive California Dune Edition R1S and R1T variants, both of which sport a color inspired by California’s deserts.

Rivian has introduced new California Dune Edition versions of its 2025 R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck, designed for tackling the sand and other types of rough terrain.

Rivian’s California Dune Edition is a paint and accessories package available both for the R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck.

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.