The Rivian R1S represents the pinnacle of electric adventure vehicles, and protecting your investment with a professional vehicle wrap is a smart choice. Whether you're looking to enhance aesthetics, protect the OEM paint, or create a branded fleet presence, R1S wraps offer versatile work. With over 600+ Rivians wrapped through our parent company Chicago Fleet Wraps, we've perfected the R1S wrap process.
R1S Wrap Types & Options
The Rivian R1S's distinctive 212-inch length and angular design create unique wrapping opportunities. We offer three primary wrap configurations:
Full Vehicle Wraps: Complete coverage of all exterior surfaces including doors, panels, roof, and bumpers. Perfect for fleet branding or complete aesthetic transformation. Installation time: 5-7 business days.
Partial/Accent Wraps: Target specific areas like the hood, roof stripe, side panels, or bumper wraps. Ideal for showcasing logos or brand colors while maintaining original paint visibility. Installation time: 2-3 business days.
Protective Film + Accent Design: Combines clear protective film on high-impact areas (hood, fenders, door edges) with custom design elements. Preserves factory paint while adding visual appeal. Installation time: 3-4 business days.
Material Selection & Durability
Premium vinyl wrap materials are engineered for longevity and environmental resistance. We use 3M, AVERY, and Hexis professional-grade films offering:
- 5-7 year durability for calendered films
- 7-10 year durability for cast vinyl films
- UV protection to prevent fading and degradation
- Self-healing top coat technology on select premium options
- Color-matched seams and edge sealing
The R1S's aluminum body panels and Tesla-like design require precision application. Our technicians hand-measure each section to ensure pattern alignment across the vehicle's 118-square-foot exterior surface area.
R1S Wrap Pricing & Cost Breakdown
| Wrap Type | Coverage Area | Price Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Vehicle Wrap | 100% exterior | From $4,100 | 5-7 days |
| Partial Wrap (Hood + Roof) | ~35% coverage | $1,800 - $2,800 | 2-3 days |
| Side Panel Wrap | ~25% coverage | $1,400 - $2,200 | 2 days |
| Protective Clear Film | High-impact zones | $800 - $1,400 | 1-2 days |
| Custom Design Add-on | Variable | $400 - $2,000+ | Design phase |
Pricing varies based on design complexity, material selection (standard vs. premium), and customization. Fleet accounts receive volume discounts-our parent company Chicago Fleet Wraps has processed 2,800+ accounts with tight pricing for multi-vehicle orders.
Installation Process & Warranty
Professional R1S wrap installation follows a rigorous process: vehicle surface preparation with clay bar treatment, precise vinyl cutting using CAD data specific to R1S geometry, heat application using specialized tools, and edge sealing with protective trim. Each installation includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty against peeling, fading, or adhesion failure (
“Rivian R1S Wrap Options. The part nobody tells you: we post-heat every edge so the film locks down and will not lift later. Nineteen thousand four hundred vehicles deep, the process does not change.”R1S Coverage Options and Timeline
A full wrap is the most common choice on the R1S. It changes the entire color, covers every painted panel, and protects the factory finish underneath for the life of the wrap. This is the route for a true color change or a full brand look, and it runs about $4,100 installed with cast film.
A partial wrap covers select panels, doors, roof, hood, or accents, for a lighter look or lighter budget, at roughly 55 percent of the full-wrap price. Decals and lettering handle simple branding at about 20 percent. Most R1S owners who want a new color choose the full wrap; businesses branding an R1S often start partial and scale up.
Whichever coverage you choose, the finish options are the same: gloss, satin, matte, metallic, and color-shift in 3M 2080 and Avery J55C. A full R1S wrap takes 3 to 5 business days from design approval to delivery, installed in our Chicago bay with free pickup and return anywhere in Chicagoland, and backed by a 2-year workmanship warranty.