For what it’s worth,A Rivian’s website indicates a fording depth of 3+ feet.
“Our engineers going for a quick dip!”
Furthermore, water crossings such as this happen occasionally while camping, offroading, or Overlanding.
Unlike internal combustion engines, EV battery packs and powertrains can be completely sealed from the elements and water.
The Rivian R1T will begin shipping in September andstarts at $73,000.