Comparison
Cadillac Vistiq vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 305 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Cadillac Vistiq $78,000 vs $102,190
Faster charging Cadillac Vistiq 42 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 4.5 vs 5.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 305 mi
Value winner
Rivian R1S
$249/mi vs $256/mi
Charging winner
Cadillac Vistiq
42 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Cadillac Vistiq
393 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Vistiq | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Standard | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $78,000 | $102,190 |
| Range | 305 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 393 Wh/mi • 2.54 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 107.5 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 200 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 42 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 59.8 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 68 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 256 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 131 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 15 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 5,000 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 305 mi).
- Choose Cadillac Vistiq if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 42 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Rivian R1S looks better ($249/mi vs $256/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Cadillac Vistiq4.5 Rivian R1S5.5 200 kW42 min 496 kW49 min
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