Comparison
Rivian R1T vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1T 420 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Tesla Model Y $102,190 vs $59,900
Faster charging Tesla Model Y 47 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 2.4 vs 6.9
Category winners
4 availableRange winner
Rivian R1T
420 mi vs 320 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model Y
$187/mi vs $243/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model Y
33 min vs 47 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 388 Wh/mi
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Rivian R1T | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Dual Max (22in) | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $102,190 | $59,900 |
| Range | 420 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 388 Wh/mi • 2.58 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 143 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | Truck | SUV |
| DC max | 220 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 47 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 72.8 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 82 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 243 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 125 mph |
| Tow rating | 11,023 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1T if you want the longer rated range (420 mi vs 320 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model Y if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 33 min vs 47 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model Y looks better ($187/mi vs $243/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (6.9 vs 2.4).
Rivian R1T2.4 Tesla Model Y6.9 220 kW47 min 331 kW33 min
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