Low Suspension for Entry/Exit

[Ron_Burgundy]

I have my Gravity set to “low” for the easy entry/exit, but it doesn’t move to low until I get out of car. Is this the same for others?

I put it in park and wait (thinking it will “kneel” like our R1S), but nothing happens. When I get out and close the door, I hear the air suspension lowering it. Perhaps it’s only supposed to be on “low” for entry and not to aid in exit?

Just want to make sure it’s acting as it should.

 

[bhramabull]

I have my Gravity set to “low” for the easy entry/exit, but it doesn’t move to low until I get out of car. Is this the same for others?

I put it in park and wait (thinking it will “kneel” like our R1S), but nothing happens. When I get out and close the door, I hear the air suspension lowering it. Perhaps it’s only supposed to be on “low” for entry and not to aid in exit?

Just want to make sure it’s acting as it should.

I noticed just yesterday that once you set it to "low" for easy entry and exit, that somehow the key is once you hit the park button on the car. Once it's done, the car automatically lowers itself to the 'low' setting. Conversely, once you sit back in the Gravity and put your seatbelt on, it then raises the suspension to the "auto" setting I have to take it to the standard ride height. However, once you put the car in park and quickly try to exit, then it does not even begin to lower the suspension. So yes, you kinda have to hit park-wait for just a couple of seconds for it to lower itself to the 'low' setting

 

[Ron_Burgundy]

I noticed just yesterday that once you set it to "low" for easy entry and exit, that somehow the key is once you hit the park button on the car. Once it's done, the car automatically lowers itself to the 'low' setting. Conversely, once you sit back in the Gravity and put your seatbelt on, it then raises the suspension to the "auto" setting I have to take it to the standard ride height. However, once you put the car in park and quickly try to exit, then it does not even begin to lower the suspension. So yes, you kinda have to hit park-wait for just a couple of seconds for it to lower itself to the 'low' setting

Got it. That’s what I was looking for and will try. It’s the same on the R1S, but it has an indicator telling you it’s “kneeling” and it signals when it’s done. Thank you!

 

[FirstLucidFL]

I have my Gravity set to “low” for the easy entry/exit, but it doesn’t move to low until I get out of car. Is this the same for others?

I put it in park and wait (thinking it will “kneel” like our R1S), but nothing happens. When I get out and close the door, I hear the air suspension lowering it. Perhaps it’s only supposed to be on “low” for entry and not to aid in exit?

Just want to make sure it’s acting as it should.

I actually turned off this feature permanently last week.

I had it turned on and would notice 50/50 chance it lowered before I got out of the car and or after I already opened the door.

I actually turned it off because my passenger almost nailed a curb! Super close call but had 1/2 inch of space between the bottom of the door and the curb. Due to this car already being so low, then lowering it for easy entry/exit, it can potentially directly hit into, or scape on curbs. Obviously different in my R1S with much more ground clearance..but yeah, this feature is never going on again.

 

[bhramabull]

Got it. That’s what I was looking for and will try. It’s the same on the R1S, but it has an indicator telling you it’s “kneeling” and it signals when it’s done. Thank you!

Actually I should slightly correct myself -

1. The car lowers itself once the driver's side seat belt is unbuckled (and car is in park of course!)
2. The car only starts to raise itself once you get into "drive" and the car moves forward ever so slightly

 

[Ron_Burgundy]

I actually turned off this feature permanently last week.

I had it turned on and would notice 50/50 chance it lowered before I got out of the car and or after I already opened the door.

I actually turned it off because my passenger almost nailed a curb! Super close call but had 1/2 inch of space between the bottom of the door and the curb. Due to this car already being so low, then lowering it for easy entry/exit, it can potentially directly hit into, or scape on curbs. Obviously different in my R1S with much more ground clearance..but yeah, this feature is never going on again.

100%. So I am going back and forth here as we’ve had probably five close calls already with doors and the curb. Resulting in me reacting as if someone were throwing my child from a cliff. Probably not healthy, but that’s for another thread…

Will probably just keep it at standard/normal because of this.

 

[hydbob]

I actually turned off this feature permanently last week.

I had it turned on and would notice 50/50 chance it lowered before I got out of the car and or after I already opened the door.

I actually turned it off because my passenger almost nailed a curb! Super close call but had 1/2 inch of space between the bottom of the door and the curb. Due to this car already being so low, then lowering it for easy entry/exit, it can potentially directly hit into, or scape on curbs. Obviously different in my R1S with much more ground clearance..but yeah, this feature is never going on again.

That's why I set mine to adjust to high instead of low =)

 

[Spaceship]

Out of my curiosity, what ride height do you drive in? Is there distinguished difference in comfort in the ride modes?

I'm sure other R1S owners can relate, but the low ride height can be unbearable with how bouncy the vehicle gets so I keep mine in standard ride height. Was wondering how the Gravity behaved in different drive modes in comparison. Also, is there a speed limit for the highest ride setting like the R1S or can it be kept like that at highway speeds?

 

[hmp10]

I actually turned it off because my passenger almost nailed a curb! Super close call but had 1/2 inch of space between the bottom of the door and the curb. Due to this car already being so low, then lowering it for easy entry/exit, it can potentially directly hit into, or scape on curbs. Obviously different in my R1S with much more ground clearance..but yeah, this feature is never going on again.

I actually did hit a curb in a parking space with this feature engaged. It freaked me out but, fortunately, did no visible damage. Unfortunately, I am just under 5'8*. Even with the car lowered, I have to heave/drag myself over the bottom seal cushion bolster and still drop a couple of inches before my feet hit the ground. My worry is wearing the Tahoe seat bolster leather out (and something that will be a bigger worry when our Yosemite Purluxe Gravity arrives).

So I'm keeping the feature engaged but trying to gauge whether I need to manually raise the suspension before exiting in certain situations.

 

[Ron_Burgundy]

Out of my curiosity, what ride height do you drive in? Is there distinguished difference in comfort in the ride modes?

I'm sure other R1S owners can relate, but the low ride height can be unbearable with how bouncy the vehicle gets so I keep mine in standard ride height. Was wondering how the Gravity behaved in different drive modes in comparison. Also, is there a speed limit for the highest ride setting like the R1S or can it be kept like that at highway speeds?

I have an R1S quad G1. The ride is unbearable below “standard” or whatever the name is, as you said. Gravity is a joy at an height.

Gravity is SO different. I drive in standard most of the time. It drops automatically to “low” in sprint mode. It is a bit stiffer all around when lower, but nothing like the R1S. Still incredibly enjoyable. I have 21/22 tires, but I understand the 22/23s are still a great ride. And am sure the 20/21s are too.

Not sure about speed limit for height. Haven’t tried as I don’t know why I’d want to be in a higher mode on highway, but can try tomorrow. I expect it will not stay on “highest” above some speed. This is true in the R1S and the X.

 

[hmp10]

I have an R1S quad G1. The ride is unbearable below “standard” or whatever the name is, as you said. Gravity is a joy at any height.

If I understand the technology correctly, I think this is one of the advantages of the 3-chamber air suspension -- the ability to control compliance independently of ride height. I wonder how much of this will be preserved with the single-chamber air suspension of a Gravity without the Handling Package?

 

[Spaceship]

I have an R1S quad G1. The ride is unbearable below “standard” or whatever the name is, as you said. Gravity is a joy at an height.

Gravity is SO different. I drive in standard most of the time. It drops automatically to “low” in sprint mode. It is a bit stiffer all around when lower, but nothing like the R1S. Still incredibly enjoyable.

Not sure about speed limit for height. Haven’t tried as I don’t know why I’d want to be in a higher mode on highway, but can try tomorrow. I expect it will not stay on “highest” above some speed. This is true in the R1S and the X.

Same here, currently have an R1S LE Quad. I personally wish the low ride height was more composed in it, but no matter how many software updates Rivian throws its way, just seems like it is what it is. I will say, I test drove the new R1S Quad G2 and the suspension is much improved in that regard.

I do love my Rivian, and would have considered upgrading to the new Quad but the charging time on the R1S leaves a lot to be desired. My wife prefers the Gravity, so makes it easier for me to lean in that direction, specially with the range and charging speeds advertised. I also miss having massaging seats (my 2020 Ford Explorer had them), along with other creature comforts like a thigh support extender and the rear wheel steering seems like a game changer for a vehicle this size. Also, looking forward to having something quieter at highway speeds.

And was just curious about the ride height since Rivian caps the high setting at 45 mph, so wasn't sure if Lucid had done the same here. I doubt I'll ever do it, but was just wondering incase the high setting becomes my preferred setting.

Thanks for your feedback though! Specially from a current R1S owner. Definitely still have my trepidations about doing the eventual switch, but am certainly excited for when the days comes to order my Gravity.

 

[NoseyReporter]

If you open the door, it immediately stops lowering or raising. I assume its a safety thing.

I also find it to be very slow in either direction. A buddy has a RR it seems to raise and lower much faster.

The doors on the Gravity are also INSANELY tall. Much taller than most cars. I always find myself having to raise the car before getting out; if I have passengers.

 

[hmp10]

The doors on the Gravity are also INSANELY tall. Much taller than most cars. I always find myself having to raise the car before getting out; if I have passengers.

Why do tall doors require raising the car for passengers to get out? (I don't recollect the door seeming that tall, either . . . but, of course, it's hard to remember as we don't see much of our Gravity these days.)

 

[NoseyReporter]

The doors extend down much lower than most doors. Many times a passenger will go to open the door and it will hit the curb. If you closely look at the Gravity door, they are much taller in height, than most car doors.

 

[Ron_Burgundy]

If I understand the technology correctly, I think this is one of the advantages of the 3-chamber air suspension -- the ability to control compliance independently of ride height. I wonder how much of this will be preserved with the single-chamber air suspension of a Gravity without the Handling Package?

I also wonder about that and also what will be offered for Touring…

 

[Ron_Burgundy]

Same here, currently have an R1S LE Quad. I personally wish the low ride height was more composed in it, but no matter how many software updates Rivian throws its way, just seems like it is what it is. I will say, I test drove the new R1S Quad G2 and the suspension is much improved in that regard.

I do love my Rivian, and would have considered upgrading to the new Quad but the charging time on the R1S leaves a lot to be desired. My wife prefers the Gravity, so makes it easier for me to lean in that direction, specially with the range and charging speeds advertised. I also miss having massaging seats (my 2020 Ford Explorer had them), along with other creature comforts like a thigh support extender and the rear wheel steering seems like a game changer for a vehicle this size. Also, looking forward to having something quieter at highway speeds.

And was just curious about the ride height since Rivian caps the high setting at 45 mph, so wasn't sure if Lucid had done the same here. I doubt I'll ever do it, but was just wondering incase the high setting becomes my preferred setting.

Thanks for your feedback though! Specially from a current R1S owner. Definitely still have my trepidations about doing the eventual switch, but am certainly excited for when the days comes to order my Gravity.

Another item, off topic, but to help assuage concerns around the switch. I can confirm the Gravity has MORE storage than our R1S had as I pack a ton of stuff every week for my daughter’s soccer games and I can see the extra space in the Gravity and don’t have to play Tetris as much as I do in R1S. It’s not massive, but it’s noticeable and a masterclass in deception by Lucid as you’d think the R1S has more space.

My kids, generally oblivious to all things but their screens, have remarked mutliple times on how much space they have in the second and third row versus our R1S and our X.

As well, aside from riding higher (which I know many folks like), the Gravity accelerates more smoothly and just handles so much better. I can’t imagine paying $125k for a new quad R1S as I paid less than that for our GGT and it’s just a much more composed car that delivers more value. I know that’s tough to say at $100,000+, but it’s true.

 

[hmp10]

The doors extend down much lower than most doors. Many times a passenger will go to open the door and it will hit the curb. If you closely look at the Gravity door, they are much taller in height, than most car doors.

I think the Gravity did the same thing with its doors that Rivian does: they have a lower panel that extends below the floor sill, something most car doors don't do. Rivian did it so that in off-roading use, passengers could get out of the car without getting their legs dirty from dirt and mud stuck to the sill. I suspect Lucid did it for the same reason, the Gravity being also being a (supposed) off-road SUV.

 

[Ron_Burgundy]

I think the Gravity did the same thing with its doors that Rivian does: they have a lower panel that extends below the floor sill, something most car doors don't do. Rivian did it so that in off-roading use, passengers could get out of the car without getting their legs dirty from dirt and mud stuck to the sill. I suspect Lucid did it for the same reason, the Gravity being also being a (supposed) off-road SUV.

I always thought Rivian did it to help with the water tight seal so it can go through 3’+ of water…

 

[hmp10]

Maybe that, too. But I saw the clothing protection mentioned in one of the reviews or promos way back when.