Global EV Comparison: Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large vs NIO EL8 Standard Range
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General Info
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €94900. The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €94900 |
| GCC Score | 7.8 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 566 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 390 km |
| Range (GCC) | 538 km | 335 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 137.9 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 131 kWh | 73.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 24.3 kWh/100 km | 21.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.11 km/kWh | 4.56 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 4.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 215 kW, while the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) maxes out at 140 kW.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 215 kW | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 496 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 665 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1124 Nm | 850 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.1 s |
| Top Speed | 177 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-2024) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5100 mm | 5099 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2210 mm | 2199 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2014 mm | 1989 mm |
| Height | 1963 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3076 mm | 3070 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (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 Large (2023-2024), but the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor AWD Large (2023-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).
| Property | Rivian R1S Performance Dual-Motor Large | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 6 |
| Curb Weight | - Curb Weight | 2538 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 144 l | 265 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2262 l | 810 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 314 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3492 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.6 | 7.9 |
