Comparison
BMW iX vs Rivian R1T
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1T 364 mi vs 420 mi
Best value BMW iX $87,900 vs $102,190
Faster charging BMW iX 32 min vs 47 min
Weighted profile BMW iX 5.7 vs 5.3
Category winners
6 availableRange winner
Rivian R1T
420 mi vs 364 mi
Value winner
BMW iX
$241/mi vs $243/mi
Charging winner
BMW iX
32 min vs 47 min
Efficiency winner
BMW iX
347 Wh/mi vs 388 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1T
167.1 utility index
Performance winner
Rivian R1T
4 s vs 4.5 s
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW iX | Rivian R1T |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $87,900 | $102,190 |
| Range | 364 mi | 420 mi |
| Efficiency | 347 Wh/mi • 2.88 mi/kWh | 388 Wh/mi • 2.58 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 105.2 kWh | 143 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | Truck |
| DC max | 195 kW | 220 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 47 min |
| Roadtrip score | 83.2 | 72.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 99 mi | 82 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 241 $/mi | 243 $/mi |
| 0–60 mph | 4.5 s | 4 s |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 62 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 5,512 lb | 11,023 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1T if you want the longer rated range (420 mi vs 364 mi).
- Choose BMW iX if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 32 min vs 47 min).
- For “range per dollar”, BMW iX looks better ($241/mi vs $243/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW iX has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 5.3).
BMW iX5.7 Rivian R1T5.3 195 kW32 min 220 kW47 min
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