Rivian R3 vs Tesla Model Y
Rivian R3
$38,000
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Rivian R3 vs Tesla Model Y. Rivian R3 offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Rivian R3
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Rivian R3
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Rivian R3
$38,000
Rating: 4.6/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Rivian R3 |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Rivian | Tesla |
| Model | R3 | Model Y |
| Year | 2027 | 2026 |
| Type | Ev | Ev |
| Body Style | Compact Crossover | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $38,000 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $38,000 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $37,500 | $47,990 |
| Engine | Dual-Motor / Tri-Motor AWD | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | Up to 450+ hp (estimated) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 600 Nm | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | Under 3.0 sec (0-60 mph for quickest config) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | N/A | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | Over 300 miles EPA | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 0 g/mi | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | Up to 80 kWh | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | 250 kW DC (10-80% in 30 min via NACS) | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | 9.0 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.2 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Distinctive retro-futuristic hatchback styling; Over 300 miles of estimated range with larger battery pack; Native NACS... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Production timeline stretches further out; Exact trim pricing and final configurations subject to change; High demand ma... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
