Comparison
Kia EV6 vs Rivian R1T
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1T 319 mi vs 420 mi
Best value Kia EV6 $42,600 vs $102,190
Faster charging Kia EV6 20 min vs 47 min
Weighted profile Kia EV6 5.7 vs 3.6
Category winners
4 availableRange winner
Rivian R1T
420 mi vs 319 mi
Value winner
Kia EV6
$134/mi vs $243/mi
Charging winner
Kia EV6
20 min vs 47 min
Efficiency winner
Kia EV6
296 Wh/mi vs 388 Wh/mi
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Kia EV6 | Rivian R1T |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,600 | $102,190 |
| Range | 319 mi | 420 mi |
| Efficiency | 296 Wh/mi • 3.38 mi/kWh | 388 Wh/mi • 2.58 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80 kWh | 143 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Crossover | Truck |
| DC max | 168 kW | 220 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 20 min | 47 min |
| Roadtrip score | 86.9 | 72.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 142 mi | 82 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 134 $/mi | 243 $/mi |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 125 mph |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 11,023 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1T if you want the longer rated range (420 mi vs 319 mi).
- Choose Kia EV6 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 20 min vs 47 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Kia EV6 looks better ($134/mi vs $243/mi).
Weighted verdict
Kia EV6 has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 3.6).
Kia EV65.7 Rivian R1T3.6 168 kW20 min 220 kW47 min
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