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Rivian Delivery 500 (EDV 500) vs Rivian Delivery 900 (EDV 900 – Amazon exclusive)

MODEL

Models Rivian Delivery 500 (EDV 500) Rivian EDV 900 (Amazon exclusive)

LAUNCH

Announced 2020 (initial reveal for Amazon) 2021
Status In production; commercially available since late 2023 In production, fleet-only (Amazon)
Base Price ~$79,900 (fleet/commercial pricing; subject to volume and incentives)

PERFORMANCE

Power Single-motor, Front-Wheel Drive (FWD), ~320 hp (238 kW) Dual-motor AWD
Torque ~299 lb-ft (405 Nm) ~600 Nm (est.)
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. ~14 seconds (0–60 mph; estimated) ~5–6 sec (0–60 mph, est.)
Max Speed ~65–75 mph (electronically limited; varies by fleet config) ~65 mph (limited)

BATTERY

Capacity ~135 kWh (approximate; not officially published) ~135 kWh (est.)
Tech Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Lithium-ion, custom Rivian pack
Range ~161 miles (EPA estimated) Up to 150 miles (real-world usage)
Consumption ~44 kWh/100 mi (real-world est.) ~45–50 kWh/100 mi (est.)
Recuperation Regenerative braking with selectable levels Regenerative braking with selectable levels
Heat Pump
AC Charging Up to 11.5 kW (typical depot charging; ~10–12 hours full charge) Yes (Level 2)
DC Charging Up to 100 kW (CCS; ~30–45 min to 80%) Yes (Rivian Adventure Network & CCS compatible)
Others Compatible with Rivian commercial chargers and standard CCS networks Thermal management optimized for delivery cycles

BODY

Type Electric Panel Van (Cargo Van) Electric cargo van
Platform Rivian RCV (Commercial Van Skateboard Platform) Rivian Skateboard Platform
Dimensions Length: 248.5 in (6,311 mm)
Height: ~108 in (varies slightly by config)
Width: ~88 in (with mirrors)
Length ~277 in (7.04 m), Height ~115 in (2.92 m)
Wheelbase 157.5 in (4,000 mm) ~190 in (est.)
Clearance ~8 in (est.)
Weight GVWR: ~9,000 lbs
Payload: ~2,734 lbs (1,240 kg)
GVWR ~9,500 lbs (est.)
Suspension Front: Independent MacPherson strut
Rear: Multi-link
Independent front & rear
Wheels 16" steel wheels with commercial tires Steel or alloy, 16–18 in (varies)
Trunk/Boot Cargo Volume: ~487 cubic feet
Rear roll-up cargo door, flat cargo floor
Cargo bay (rear only)
Frunk/Bonnet None None
Towing None None
Others Sliding curbside door
Integrated rear-step and low cargo floor
Automatic rear bulkhead door
Custom modular cargo shelving, 270° rear doors, auto-opening side door

DISPLAYS

Centre 15.6" central touchscreen (fleet UI, navigation, vehicle controls) 15.6" touchscreen
Driver's Display 12.3" digital cluster 12.3" digital instrument cluster
Head-Up Not available Not available
Others Reverse camera and 360° surround view on center screen Rear camera feed on in-cabin display

COMFORT

Seats 1 or 2 seats (driver + optional passenger); heated & ventilated, ergonomic Heated front seat, durable upholstery
Roof Fixed metal roof; no sunroof or skylight Solid
Parking Aids 360° camera, front & rear sensors, automatic bulkhead Rearview camera, sensors, 360° cam
Connectivity LTE
GPS
Bluetooth
Over-the-air updates
Fleet telematics integration
LTE, Wi-Fi, fleet tracking, Alexa integration
Others Powered doors
Keyless entry/start
Heated windshield
Keyless start, auto-closing doors, wide entry

SAFETY

Airbags Dual front airbags Front, side, curtain
Driving Aids Lane Keeping Assist
Forward Collision Warning with Auto Braking
Blind Spot Monitoring
Cross-Traffic Alert
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane keep assist, auto emergency braking, blind spot monitor
Self Driving No hands-free or autonomous system (Level 2 assist features only) Driver assist (L2), no full autonomy
Crash Tests NHTSA/EU ratings not publicly available (fleet only)

Note

Others Originally exclusive to Amazon; now open to all commercial fleet buyers
Designed for high-efficiency last-mile logistics
Customizable fleet telematics software
Built in Rivian’s Illinois facility
Built exclusively for Amazon Prime delivery
Factory in Normal, Illinois
Custom-designed for efficiency, safety, and delivery driver ergonomics
  Rivian Delivery 500 (EDV 500) Rivian Delivery 900 (EDV 900 – Amazon exclusive)

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