Buyer's Guide
Does Costco discount Rivian?
Yes, Rivian is listed in the Costco Auto Program. No, it does not currently offer a member-only discount on Rivian vehicles. Here's what's actually available — and the incentives that save buyers far more.
8 min read · Last updated November 2026
The Quick Answer
Is Rivian on Costco Auto Program? Yes, since early 2025.
Is there a Costco member discount on Rivian? No, Costco offers no member-only price reduction on Rivian vehicles.
Why?Rivian sells direct, with no dealer network. Costco's program works through dealers.
What CAN you stack? Federal credit (lease pathway), Colorado state credit, Rivian Rewards referral. Up to thousands in real savings.
What's actually offered through the Costco Auto Program
Costco's auto program normally works by negotiating prices with participating dealers. Members visit the Costco Auto Program website, get a referral to a participating dealer, and access pre-negotiated pricing typically $500–$2,000 below MSRP. The program has been popular for decades because it removes the haggling process and guarantees a fair price.
Rivian uses direct sales — no dealer network — so the standard Costco mechanic doesn't apply. There is no participating Rivian “dealer” because Rivian doesn't operate one. Every Rivian is sold directly by the manufacturer at a fixed price, which fundamentally breaks the model Costco relies on.
The Costco listing currently shows configuration pricing pulled directly from Rivian.com. There is no negotiated discount. The price you see through Costco is identical to the price you'd see configuring on Rivian's own website.
What buyers expect vs. what's actually true
| What buyers expect | What's actually true |
|---|---|
| $1,000–$2,000 Costco member rebate | None for Rivian (yes for Polestar, Volvo, select Chevy EVs) |
| Costco-negotiated dealer discount | N/A — no dealers in Rivian's model |
| Stackable with manufacturer incentives | N/A — there's no Costco discount to stack |
| Different price than Rivian.com | Same price as configuring on Rivian.com directly |
What you can stack instead — and exactly how much
Federal Clean Vehicle Credit (up to $7,500)
Most R1S and R1T configurations exceed the $80,000 MSRP cap for direct purchase eligibility. The lease pathway captures the $7,500 credit without MSRP or income caps applying to the lessee, making it the practical route for most Rivian buyers in 2026. Read the full guide.
Colorado State EV Tax Credit (up to $5,000)
Colorado offers one of the most generous state-level EV credits in the country. Income caps apply, and the credit stacks with the federal credit. Read the full breakdown.
Manufacturer Incentives (varies)
Rivian periodically offers limited-time promotions — bonus Rewards points, complimentary upgrades, or loyalty incentives. These typically appear at quarter-end and around new model year transitions. Watch the Rivian configuration page for current offers.
Rivian Rewards Referral Code (500 points + 3 months charging)
The only program available year-round with no eligibility hoops. Worth approximately $500 in Rewards points plus $200+ in charging value. Use code RICK4348389 at checkout — applies automatically.
What real stacking looks like
Cash buyer in Colorado
Lease in Colorado
Out-of-state cash buyer
The one program that's always available
Step 1
Copy code RICK4348389
Step 2
Configure your Rivian at rivian.com (or click button below)
Step 3
Code applies automatically — buyer earns points and 3 months charging