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

While the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as $58225 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) 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 AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 215 kW, while the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) maxes out at 140 kW.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) 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 AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024), but the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).