USA EV Comparison: Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard vs Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) has a starting price of $69900, compared to the Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…), which starts at $65090.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Pickup.

Even though the Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…) maxes out at 150 kW.

The Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…) is limited to 11.3 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) has more power, the Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…) stretches out longer, while the Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.

The Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

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

The Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Ford F-150 Lightning Standard Range (2022-…).