Comparison
Nissan Ariya vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 289 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Nissan Ariya $44,370 vs $102,190
Faster charging Nissan Ariya 35 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 4.5 vs 5.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 289 mi
Value winner
Nissan Ariya
$154/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Nissan Ariya
35 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Nissan Ariya
344 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Nissan Ariya | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | EVOLVE+ FWD 87kWh | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $44,370 | $102,190 |
| Range | 289 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 344 Wh/mi • 2.91 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 87 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 178 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 7 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 35 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 65.5 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 76 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 154 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 17 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 289 mi).
- Choose Nissan Ariya if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 35 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Ariya looks better ($154/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Nissan Ariya4.5 Rivian R1S5.5 178 kW35 min 496 kW49 min
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