Global EV Comparison: Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max vs Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon)
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) has a starting price of €145990, while the Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €145990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €129995 |
| GCC Score | 8 | 7.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…).
| Property | Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 597 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 450 km |
| Range (GCC) | 567 km | 376 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 147 kWh | 111.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 140 kWh | 109 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 24.7 kWh/100 km | 29 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.05 km/kWh | 3.45 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 3.6 |
Charging
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 367 kW, while the Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) maxes out at 220 kW.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) is limited to 11.5 kW.
| Property | Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 220 kW | 367 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 634 kW | 675 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 850 hp | 905 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1495 Nm | 985 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3 s | 2.9 s |
| Top Speed | 209 km/h | 260 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.7 | 7.9 |
Dimensions
The Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5100 mm | 5103 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2238 mm | 2135 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2082 mm | 2019 mm |
| Height | 1955 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3076 mm | 3019 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…).
| Property | Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Max | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3095 kg | 2725 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 481 l | 611 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2548 l | 1532 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 314 l | 46 l |
| Towing Capacity | 3492 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.7 | 8.1 |