US EV Guide

Spec matrix

Specs comparison

Spec Nissan Ariya Rivian R1S
Trim used EVOLVE+ FWD 87kWh Dual Max (22in)
MSRP (USD) $102,190
Range 289 mi (EPA) 410 mi (EPA)
Efficiency 344 Wh/mi • 2.91 mi/kWh 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh
Battery (usable) 87 kWh 142.3 kWh
Seats 5 7
Drivetrain FWD Unknown
Body type SUV SUV
DC max 178 kW 496 kW
AC max 7 kW 12 kW
10–80% (DC) 35 min 49 min
Roadtrip score 65.5 68.4
Miles added (15 min est.) 76 mi 76 mi
USD per mile of range 249 $/mi
0–60 mph
Top speed
Cargo
Tow rating

Who should choose which?

Weighted verdict

Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (4.2 vs 3).

Nissan Ariya
3
Rivian R1S
4.2

Best for X

Best for range
Rivian R1S
410
Best for charging speed
Nissan Ariya
35
Best for value
Rivian R1S
249.2
Best for performance
Insufficient data
Best for utility
Rivian R1S
70 utility index

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