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BMW iX3 vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2027 BMW iX3 (from $61,500) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The iX3 offers 434 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX3 charges fastest, while Rivian R1S tows the most.

BMW iX3

2027SUV

BMW iX3
Coming Soon

Fastest Charger

  • 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 400 kW peak charging speed
  • CCS charging port
  • Up to 434 mi EPA-rated range
Rivian R1S

2025SUV

Rivian R1S

Best for Towing

  • 7,700 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1025 hp
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$54,000 - $65,500
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
305-434 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
315-463 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
4.7-5.9 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
82.6-108.7 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
124-130 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
4409 lbs
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
21 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
188.4"
200.8"
Width
74.6"
81.8"
Height
64.4"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
61.8 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

BMW iX3 vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The BMW iX3 starts at $54,000, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $30,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX3 covers up to 434 miles, 24 more than the Rivian R1S's maximum of 410. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the BMW iX3's 5. The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 61.8 for the BMW iX3. The BMW iX3 is also 12 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX3 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if you tow.

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