Comparison
Rivian R1S vs Volkswagen ID.Buzz
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 410 mi vs 234 mi
Best value Volkswagen ID.Buzz $102,190 vs $59,995
Faster charging Volkswagen ID.Buzz 49 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 6.7 vs 3.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 234 mi
Value winner
Rivian R1S
$249/mi vs $256/mi
Charging winner
Volkswagen ID.Buzz
33 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Rivian R1S
399 Wh/mi vs 408 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Rivian R1S | Volkswagen ID.Buzz |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Dual Max (22in) | ID. Buzz |
| MSRP (USD) | $102,190 | $59,995 |
| Range | 410 mi | 234 mi |
| Efficiency | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh | 408 Wh/mi • 2.45 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 142.3 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | Van |
| DC max | 496 kW | 200 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 49 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 68.4 | 58.2 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 76 mi | 67 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 249 $/mi | 256 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 11 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 234 mi).
- Choose Volkswagen ID.Buzz if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 33 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Rivian R1S looks better ($249/mi vs $256/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (6.7 vs 3.3).
Rivian R1S6.7 Volkswagen ID.Buzz3.3 496 kW49 min 200 kW33 min
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