Comparison
Rivian EDV500/7 vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Volvo EX3 161 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $83,500 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 35 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Volvo EX3 1.2 vs 7.5
Category winners
4 availableRange winner
Volvo EX3
261 mi vs 161 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $519/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 35 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 497 Wh/mi
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Rivian EDV500/7 | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | EDV500 | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $83,500 | $38,950 |
| Range | 161 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 497 Wh/mi • 2.01 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| Body type | Van | SUV |
| DC max | 220 kW | 153 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 35 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 40.2 | 73.1 |
| USD per mile of range | 519 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Volvo EX3 if you want the longer rated range (261 mi vs 161 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 35 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $519/mi).
Weighted verdict
Volvo EX3 has the stronger weighted profile (7.5 vs 1.2).
Rivian EDV500/71.2 Volvo EX37.5 220 kW35 min 153 kW26 min
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