Comparison
Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 319 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Chevrolet Equinox EV $34,995 vs $102,190
Faster charging Chevrolet Equinox EV 38 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 5.2 vs 5.8
Category winners
6 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 319 mi
Value winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
$110/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
38 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
312 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Performance winner
Rivian R1S
4 s vs 7.7 s
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Chevrolet Equinox EV | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | FWD | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $34,995 | $102,190 |
| Range | 319 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 312 Wh/mi • 3.21 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 85 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 159 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 38 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 66.2 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 75 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 110 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| 0–60 mph | 7.7 s | 4 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 26 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,499 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 319 mi).
- Choose Chevrolet Equinox EV if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 38 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Chevrolet Equinox EV looks better ($110/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (5.8 vs 5.2).
Chevrolet Equinox EV5.2 Rivian R1S5.8 159 kW38 min 496 kW49 min
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