USA EV Comparison: NIO EL8 Standard Range vs Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) has a starting price of $94900, while the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 220 kW, while the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) maxes out at 140 kW.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...), but the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).