The Rivian Wall Charger costs $595 and delivers 25 miles of range per hour at 48 amps on a 240V circuit. Professional installation adds $1,100 to $1,800 for the 60-amp circuit, conduit, breaker, permit, and inspection. After the federal 30% credit your total net cost is typically $695 to $1,395. Free installer quotes in 24 hours.
Congratulations on your Rivian. The first practical decision every R1T and R1S owner faces after taking delivery is home charging setup. Rivian vehicles have large battery packs the standard R1T has a 135 kWh pack which means a Level 1 standard 120V outlet will add only 3 to 5 miles of range per hour. At that rate fully charging a depleted R1T would take 27 to 45 hours. A Level 2 home charger solves this completely.
Rivian's own Wall Charger delivers 25 miles of range per hour at 48 amps, meaning a full charge from near empty takes approximately 5 to 6 hours overnight. You will wake up every morning to a full battery regardless of how many miles you drove the day before. This is the single most important upgrade any Rivian owner can make in the first 30 days of ownership.
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| Specification | Rivian Wall Charger | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Output amperage | 48A | Requires 60-amp dedicated circuit |
| Voltage | 240V AC | Standard US Level 2 |
| Power output | 11.5 kW | Maximum output |
| Charging speed | 25 miles per hour | R1T and R1S at 48A |
| Connector type | Rivian proprietary | J1772 adapter included in box |
| WiFi connectivity | Yes built in | Rivian app integration |
| Hardware price | $595 | From Rivian directly |
| Circuit requirement | 60-amp dedicated 240V | Licensed electrician required |
| Cable length | 25 feet | Reaches most parking configurations |
Installing the Rivian Wall Charger is not a DIY project. The charger itself mounts on a wall, but it requires a dedicated 60-amp 240V circuit run from your home's electrical panel. This is licensed electrical work in every US state. Here is exactly what a certified electrician does during a Rivian home charging installation.
First the electrician assesses your electrical panel to confirm it has space for a new 60-amp double-pole breaker. Most homes built after 1990 with 200-amp service have adequate capacity. Older homes or homes with many high-draw appliances may need a panel assessment. Next the electrician runs conduit and wire from the panel to your garage or parking location, installs the 60-amp breaker, mounts the wall charger, and connects all wiring. The electrician then pulls the required permit from your city or county, schedules the inspection, and is present when the inspector approves the installation. The whole process takes 4 to 8 hours for a straightforward installation.
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