Comparison
Rivian R1S vs Subaru Solterra
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 410 mi vs 227 mi
Best value Subaru Solterra $102,190 vs $38,495
Faster charging Subaru Solterra 49 min vs 35 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 5.5 vs 4.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 227 mi
Value winner
Subaru Solterra
$170/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Subaru Solterra
35 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Subaru Solterra
320 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Rivian R1S | Subaru Solterra |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Dual Max (22in) | AWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $102,190 | $38,495 |
| Range | 410 mi | 227 mi |
| Efficiency | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh | 320 Wh/mi • 3.13 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 142.3 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 496 kW | 100 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 49 min | 35 min |
| Roadtrip score | 68.4 | 55.3 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 76 mi | 65 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 249 $/mi | 170 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 16 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 7,716 lb | 1,653 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 227 mi).
- Choose Subaru Solterra if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 35 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Subaru Solterra looks better ($170/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Rivian R1S5.5 Subaru Solterra4.5 496 kW49 min 100 kW35 min
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