Comparison
Ford E-Transit vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 159 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Ford E-Transit $51,995 vs $102,190
Faster charging Ford E-Transit 34 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 3.3 vs 5.4
Category winners
4 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 159 mi
Value winner
Rivian R1S
$249/mi vs $327/mi
Charging winner
Ford E-Transit
34 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Rivian R1S
399 Wh/mi vs 470 Wh/mi
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Ford E-Transit | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Cargo Van | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $51,995 | $102,190 |
| Range | 159 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 470 Wh/mi • 2.13 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Van | SUV |
| DC max | 115 kW | 496 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 34 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 40.9 | 68.4 |
| USD per mile of range | 327 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 159 mi).
- Choose Ford E-Transit if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 34 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Rivian R1S looks better ($249/mi vs $327/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (5.4 vs 3.3).
Ford E-Transit3.3 Rivian R1S5.4 115 kW34 min 496 kW49 min
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