Global EV Comparison: Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max vs Tesla Model X Dual Motor

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
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General Info

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in Europe.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max Tesla Model X Dual Motor
Years of Production 2025-… 2025-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture USA USA
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability USA USA
GCC Score 8.2 8.1

Range and Efficiency

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 Tesla Model X Dual Motor (2025-…).

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max Tesla Model X Dual Motor
Range (EPA) 660 km 566 km
Range (GCC) 627 km 538 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 147 kWh 100 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 140 kWh 95 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 22.3 kWh/100 km 17.7 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 4.48 km/kWh 5.66 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.6 8.6

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model X Dual Motor (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) maxes out at 220 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 Tesla Model X Dual Motor (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max Tesla Model X Dual Motor
Max Charging Power (AC) 11.5 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 220 kW 250 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 CCS Type 2 (Tesla)
Charging Score 7.9 7.6

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Tesla Model X Dual Motor (2025-…) has more power, the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max Tesla Model X Dual Motor
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 496 kW 500 kW
Motor Power (hp) 665 hp 671 hp
Motor Torque 1124 Nm 800 Nm
0-100 km/h 3.6 s 3.9 s
Top Speed 209 km/h 250 km/h
Performance Score 7.3 7.2

Dimensions

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Tesla Model X Dual Motor (2025-…).

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max Tesla Model X Dual Motor
Length 5100 mm 5057 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2238 mm 2271 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 2082 mm 2005 mm
Height 1955 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase 3076 mm 2965 mm

Cargo and Towing

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.

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

The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model X Dual Motor (2025-…).

Property Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Max Tesla Model X Dual Motor
Number of Seats 5, 7 5, 6, 7
Curb Weight 3025 kg 2337 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 481 l 420 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 2548 l 2492 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 314 l 183 l
Towing Capacity 3492 kg 2250 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 9.7 8.9
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