Rivian R3 vs Rivian R1T vs Rivian R1S

Overview

Specification Rivian R3 Rivian R1T Rivian R1S
Brand Rivian Rivian Rivian
Model R3 R1T R1S
Year 2027 2026 2026
Type Ev Ev Ev
Body Style Compact Crossover Pickup 3-Row Electric Luxury SUV

Pricing

Specification Rivian R3 Rivian R1T Rivian R1S
Current Price $38,000 $99,900 $121,990
MSRP $38,000 $99,900 $121,990
Dealer Price $37,500 $99,900 $121,990

Engine & Performance

Specification Rivian R3 Rivian R1T Rivian R1S
Engine Dual-Motor / Tri-Motor AWD Tri-Motor Electric In-House Quad Electric Motors (AWD)
Horsepower Up to 450+ hp (estimated) 850 hp 1,025 hp
Torque 600 Nm 1,103 lb-ft 1,198 lb-ft
0–60 mph Under 3.0 sec (0-60 mph for quickest config) 2.9 sec (0-60 mph) 2.5 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 180 km/h 130 mph 130 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Rivian R3 Rivian R1T Rivian R1S
Fuel Type Electric Electric Electric
Mileage / MPG N/A 89 MPGe combined 374 miles EPA Range
Range (EV) Over 300 miles EPA 371 miles EPA est. 374 - 400 miles
Emissions 0 g/mi 0 g/mi 0 g/mi
Battery Up to 80 kWh Max Pack 141 kWh Max Pack Lithium-ion
Charging 250 kW DC (10-80% in 30 min via NACS) Up to 220 kW DC 215 kW DC Fast Charging (NACS Port)

Ratings

Specification Rivian R3 Rivian R1T Rivian R1S
Expert Rating 4.6/10 4.8/10 4.8/10
Community Reviews 0 0 215
Performance Score 9.0 8.5 10.0
Comfort Score 8.5 9.0 9.3
Safety Score 9.0 9.2 9.4
Fuel Economy Score 9.2 9.5 8.0
Technology Score 9.0 8.8 9.7
Value Score 9.0 9.0 8.5

Verdict

Specification Rivian R3 Rivian R1T Rivian R1S
Pros Distinctive retro-futuristic hatchback styling; Over 300 miles of estimated range with larger battery pack; Native NACS... Excellent performance; Long range; Premium cabin; Strong towing; OTA updates Staggering 1,025 horsepower with supercar-level 2.5-second 0-60 mph sprint; Four-motor independent torque vectoring prov...
Cons Production timeline stretches further out; Exact trim pricing and final configurations subject to change; High demand ma... Expensive; Limited service network; Heavy; Charging speed trails some rivals High entry price point ($121,990 base MSRP); Heavy curb weight reduces energy efficiency compared to smaller crossovers;...