USA EV Comparison: Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max vs NIO EL8 Standard Range vs EL8 Long Range
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General Info
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $94900 | - Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 8.2 | 6.4 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 410 mi | - Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 242 mi | 317 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 390 mi | 208 mi | 271 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 147 kWh | 75 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 140 kWh | 73.5 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 35.9 kWh/100 mi | 35.3 kWh/100 mi | 33.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.79 mi/kWh | 2.83 mi/kWh | 3.01 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 4.7 | 6.4 |
Charging
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 220 kW | 140 kW | 240 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 6.2 | 7.4 |
Performance
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 496 kW | 480 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 665 hp | 644 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 829 lb-ft | 627 lb-ft | 627 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.4 s | 3.9 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 124 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.3 | 6.7 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 200.8 in | 200.7 in | 200.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 88.4 in | 86.6 in | 86.6 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 82 in | 78.3 in | 78.3 in |
| Height | 77.3 in | 68.9 in | 68.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 120.9 in | 120.9 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 6 | 6 |
| Curb Weight | 6671 lb | 5595 lb | 5804 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 17.6 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 90.7 ft3 | 28.6 ft3 | 28.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 11.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 7700 lb | 4409 lb | 4409 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.7 | 7.9 | 7.9 |
