Global EV Comparison: BMW iX M70 xDrive vs Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) has a starting price of €123900, while the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| 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 | 8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) has a larger battery, the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | 529 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 481 km | 503 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 115 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.9 kWh | 108.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.6 kWh/100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.42 km/kWh | 4.64 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 6.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 220 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 Large (2025-...) is limited to 11.5 kW.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 195 kW | 220 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 Large (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3.6 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 209 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.5 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4965 mm | 5100 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2238 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1970 mm | 2082 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1955 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 Large (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large (2025-...), but the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) 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 Large |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2655 kg | 2864 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 481 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 2548 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 314 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 3492 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 9.7 |
