US EV Guide

Spec matrix

Specs comparison

Spec Rivian R1S Tesla Model S
Trim used Dual Max (22in) Model S
MSRP (USD) $102,190
Range 410 mi (EPA) 410 mi (EPA)
Efficiency 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh
Battery (usable) 142.3 kWh
Seats 7
Drivetrain Unknown Unknown
Body type SUV Unknown
DC max 496 kW
AC max 12 kW
10–80% (DC) 49 min
Roadtrip score 68.4 91.1
Miles added (15 min est.) 76 mi
USD per mile of range 249 $/mi
0–60 mph
Top speed
Cargo
Tow rating

Who should choose which?

Weighted verdict

Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (3.3 vs 0.9).

Rivian R1S
0.9
Tesla Model S
3.3

Best for X

Best for range
Tie
410 each
Best for charging speed
Rivian R1S
49
Best for value
Rivian R1S
249.2
Best for performance
Insufficient data
Best for utility
Rivian R1S
70 utility index

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