Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large vs Tesla Model X Plaid

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-…) has a starting price of $89000, compared to the Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…), which starts at $93490.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large Tesla Model X Plaid
Years of Production 2023-… 2021-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture USA USA
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability USA EU, USA
Price USA (New) $89000 $93490
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $46000
GCC Score 7.9 8

Range and Efficiency

While the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…).

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large Tesla Model X Plaid
Range (EPA) 352 mi 333 mi
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 337 mi
Range (GCC) 334 mi 300 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 137.9 kWh 100 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 131 kWh 95 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 39.2 kWh/100 mi 31.7 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 2.55 mi/kWh 3.16 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.6 7.4

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-…) maxes out at 215 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large Tesla Model X Plaid
Max Charging Power (AC) 11.5 kW 11.5 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 215 kW 250 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS)
Charging Score 7.9 7.6

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large Tesla Model X Plaid
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 496 kW 760 kW
Motor Power (hp) 665 hp 1019 hp
Motor Torque 829 lb-ft 752 lb-ft
0-60 mph 3.5 s 2.5 s
Top Speed 110 mph 163 mph
Performance Score 7 8.1

Dimensions

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…).

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large Tesla Model X Plaid
Length 200.8 in 199.1 in
Width (with Mirrors) 87.1 in 89.4 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 79.3 in 78.7 in
Height 77.3 in 66.1 in
Wheelbase 121.1 in 116.7 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model X Plaid (2021-…).

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large Tesla Model X Plaid
Number of Seats 5, 7 6
Curb Weight 6722 lb 5248 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 5.1 ft3 15 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 79.9 ft3 85.8 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 11.1 ft3 6.5 ft3
Towing Capacity 7700 lb 5000 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 9.6 8.9
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