BMW iX3 vs Rivian R2
Comparing the 2027 BMW iX3 (from $61,500) with the 2026 Rivian R2 (from $44,990). The iX3 offers 434 miles of range while the R2 offers 275 miles.
Quick Take
BMW iX3 charges fastest, while Rivian R2 hauls the most gear.
2027 • SUV
Fastest Charger
- 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
- 400 kW peak charging speed
- CCS charging port
- Up to 434 mi EPA-rated range
BMW iX3 vs Rivian R2: Which Should You Buy?
The Rivian R2 starts at $44,990, undercutting the BMW iX3 ($54,000) by about $9,000.
In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX3 covers up to 434 miles, 89 more than the Rivian R2's maximum of 345. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 29 for the Rivian R2. The Rivian R2 has a native NACS port for Tesla Superchargers, while the BMW iX3 uses CCS.
The Rivian R2 offers 90.1 cu ft of cargo space vs 61.8 for the BMW iX3.
Bottom line: pick the BMW iX3 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R2 if cargo space is king.
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