Comparison
Kia EV6 vs Rivian R1S
Static side-by-side comparison using range, charging, value, efficiency, performance, and utility metrics.
Kia EV6: 4.2 Rivian R1S: 3
Spec matrix
Specs comparison
| Spec | Kia EV6 | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | — | $102,190 |
| Range | 319 mi (EPA) | 410 mi (EPA) |
| Efficiency | 296 Wh/mi • 3.38 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Unknown |
| Body type | Crossover | SUV |
| DC max | 168 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 20 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 86.9 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 142 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | — | 249 $/mi |
| 0–60 mph | — | — |
| Top speed | — | — |
| Cargo | — | — |
| Tow rating | — | — |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 319 mi).
- Choose Kia EV6 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 20 min vs 49 min).
Weighted verdict
Kia EV6 has the stronger weighted profile (4.2 vs 3).
Kia EV6
4.2
Rivian R1S
3
Best for X
Best for range
Rivian R1S
410
Best for charging speed
Kia EV6
20
Best for value
Rivian R1S
249.2
Best for performance
—
Insufficient data
Best for utility
Rivian R1S
70 utility index
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