Global EV Comparison: BMW iX M70 xDrive vs Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Standard+
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General Info
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €123900. The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Standard+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €123900 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.4 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
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 BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...).
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Standard+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | 507 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 481 km | 482 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 115 kWh | 127.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.9 kWh | 121 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.6 kWh/100 km | 25.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.42 km/kWh | 3.98 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 5.6 |
Charging
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 BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) maxes out at 195 kW.
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) is limited to 11.5 kW.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Standard+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 195 kW | 215 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 7.8 |
Performance
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 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Standard+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 485 kW | 496 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 650 hp | 665 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1015 Nm | 1124 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 3.7 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 177 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.5 | 7 |
Dimensions
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Standard+ (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Standard+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4965 mm | 5100 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1970 mm | 2014 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1963 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3076 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) 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 BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) 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 BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...).
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Standard+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2655 kg | - Curb Weight |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 144 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 2262 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 314 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 3492 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 9.6 |
