Comparison

Rivian R1S vs Tesla Model S

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

Best range Rivian R1S 410 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Tesla Model S $102,190 vs $86,630
Faster charging Tesla Model S 49 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 2.7 vs 7.3

Category winners

5 available
Range winner
Tie
410 mi each
Value winner
Tesla Model S
$211/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 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 S
Trim used Dual Max (22in) Model S
MSRP (USD) $102,190 $86,630
Range 410 mi 410 mi
Efficiency 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh
Battery (usable) 142.3 kWh 96 kWh
Seats 7 5
Drivetrain AWD AWD
Body type SUV Sedan
DC max 496 kW 250 kW
AC max 12 kW 11 kW
10–80% (DC) 49 min 31 min
Roadtrip score 68.4 88.7
Miles added (15 min est.) 76 mi 120 mi
USD per mile of range 249 $/mi 211 $/mi
Top speed 125 mph 155 mph
Cargo 18 cu ft 25 cu ft
Tow rating 7,716 lb 3,527 lb

Who should choose which?

  • Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 49 min).
  • For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model S looks better ($211/mi vs $249/mi).

Weighted verdict

Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (7.3 vs 2.7).

Rivian R1S2.7 Tesla Model S7.3 496 kW49 min 250 kW31 min

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