Comparison
BMW iX vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 364 mi vs 410 mi
Best value BMW iX $87,900 vs $102,190
Faster charging BMW iX 32 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile BMW iX 6.1 vs 4
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 364 mi
Value winner
BMW iX
$241/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
BMW iX
32 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
BMW iX
347 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW iX | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $87,900 | $102,190 |
| Range | 364 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 347 Wh/mi • 2.88 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 105.2 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 195 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 83.2 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 99 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 241 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 5,512 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 364 mi).
- Choose BMW iX if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 32 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, BMW iX looks better ($241/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW iX has the stronger weighted profile (6.1 vs 4).
BMW iX6.1 Rivian R1S4 195 kW32 min 496 kW49 min
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