Comparison
Rivian R1T vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1T 420 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $102,190 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 47 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Volvo EX3 3.6 vs 5.7
Category winners
4 availableRange winner
Rivian R1T
420 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $243/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 47 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 388 Wh/mi
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Rivian R1T | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Dual Max (22in) | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $102,190 | $38,950 |
| Range | 420 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 388 Wh/mi • 2.58 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 143 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | Truck | SUV |
| DC max | 220 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 47 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 72.8 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 82 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 243 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 112 mph |
| Tow rating | 11,023 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1T if you want the longer rated range (420 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 47 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $243/mi).
Weighted verdict
Volvo EX3 has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 3.6).
Rivian R1T3.6 Volvo EX35.7 220 kW47 min 153 kW26 min
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