Comparison

Rivian R1S vs Tesla Model 3

Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.

Best range Rivian R1S 410 mi vs 363 mi
Best value Tesla Model 3 $102,190 vs $42,490
Faster charging Tesla Model 3 49 min vs 36 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model 3 3.6 vs 6.4

Category winners

5 available
Range winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 363 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model 3
$117/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model 3
36 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index

Side-by-side comparison

Primary trims
Spec Rivian R1S Tesla Model 3
Trim used Dual Max (22in) Long Range RWD
MSRP (USD) $102,190 $42,490
Range 410 mi 363 mi
Efficiency 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh
Battery (usable) 142.3 kWh 82 kWh
Seats 7 5
Drivetrain AWD RWD
Body type SUV Sedan
DC max 496 kW 208 kW
AC max 12 kW 11 kW
10–80% (DC) 49 min 36 min
Roadtrip score 68.4 79.7
Miles added (15 min est.) 76 mi 97 mi
USD per mile of range 249 $/mi 117 $/mi
Top speed 125 mph 125 mph
Cargo 18 cu ft 21 cu ft
Tow rating 7,716 lb 2,205 lb

Who should choose which?

  • Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 363 mi).
  • Choose Tesla Model 3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 36 min vs 49 min).
  • For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model 3 looks better ($117/mi vs $249/mi).

Weighted verdict

Tesla Model 3 has the stronger weighted profile (6.4 vs 3.6).

Rivian R1S3.6 Tesla Model 36.4 496 kW49 min 208 kW36 min

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