Comparison
Cadillac Optiq vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 317 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Cadillac Optiq $50,900 vs $102,190
Faster charging Cadillac Optiq 40 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Cadillac Optiq 5.2 vs 4.8
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 317 mi
Value winner
Cadillac Optiq
$161/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Cadillac Optiq
40 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Cadillac Optiq
321 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Optiq | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Standard | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $50,900 | $102,190 |
| Range | 317 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 321 Wh/mi • 3.12 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 90 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 150 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 64.1 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 74 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 161 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 131 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 317 mi).
- Choose Cadillac Optiq if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 40 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Cadillac Optiq looks better ($161/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Cadillac Optiq has the stronger weighted profile (5.2 vs 4.8).
Cadillac Optiq5.2 Rivian R1S4.8 150 kW40 min 496 kW49 min
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