Comparison
Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 320 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Ford Mustang Mach-E $42,995 vs $102,190
Faster charging Ford Mustang Mach-E 46 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 4.5 vs 5.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 320 mi
Value winner
Ford Mustang Mach-E
$134/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Ford Mustang Mach-E
46 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Ford Mustang Mach-E
307 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Ford Mustang Mach-E | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | RWD Extended | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,995 | $102,190 |
| Range | 320 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 307 Wh/mi • 3.26 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 92 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 216 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 46 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 58.6 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 68 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 134 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 112 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 14 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 320 mi).
- Choose Ford Mustang Mach-E if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 46 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Ford Mustang Mach-E looks better ($134/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Ford Mustang Mach-E4.5 Rivian R1S5.5 216 kW46 min 496 kW49 min
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