Video Summary
Findings from the video review:- Rivian has done a great job with their branding, associating with the “adventure is out there” sentiment.
- Rivian R1S only comes in a seven-seater and costs $100,000 with all options. New dual motor options are available, starting at about $76,000, making it more reasonable for an electric SUV.
- Rivian has updated the R1S with a mini refresh design with an updated interior. The longest range in an electric SUV is 410 miles for the Rivian R1S Dual Max.
- The Model X comes in 5, 6 or 7-seat configurations, starting around $80,000, with only 335 miles of range.
- Now Rivians can charge at Tesla Superchargers, making the Tesla supercharging network less of an advantage.
- Access to the 3rd row of the Rivian R1S does not open 90 degrees and can be inconvenient due to a piece in the way. The Model X falcon-wing doors are very useful in this regard.
- The Rivian's third row is spacious and offers a dynamic roof tint, but lacks seat recline options. It has working rear AC vents, unlike the Tesla.
- The Rivian provides elbow support, a cup holder, a compartment and a USB-C in the third row.
- For tall people, the head can touch the panoramic roof.
- To improve legroom, the second-row seats must be slid forward.
- Model X features 5, 6, or 7 seater configuration.
- Model X is not best for the 3rd row because there isn't a lot of head space. One’s shoulders jut out for the person next to you, there isn’t any elbow support, and you have passive AC vents.
- Access is easier into the Tesla because you can get a lot of the access by opening the falcon doors with kids.
- The Model X offers six different paint options and comes with Adaptive Suspension. On medium, it’s 5’5’’. The Dran Coefficient is .24.
- With adaptive suspension in the Model X, ride quality, performance and handling feels great.
- The R1S is more boxy, but this increases space; its drag coefficient is 0.28.
- With new models you get extra storage, great after-market features such as tent and bike equipment, but may need to pay for a built-in speaker.
- After the refresh design the UI of the R1S is very user friendly.
- The Tesla has great software, Elon Musk is always working to improve it.
- You can connect to Netflix and play video games in the Tesla.
- With similar prices, the Model X qualifies for a $7,500 federal tax credit, while the Rivian may only qualify for $3,750. The ability to deduct on their CPA.
- The Tesla has a great supercharging network, is sexier, drives great, and has better software.
- The Rivan may have a much better and updated range.
Based on the tested R1S model, the third-row space is better than the Model X. The Model X doors makes access easy. The user would keep the Model X, but recommend the R1S for families.
