Discover EVs

BMW iX4 vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2027 BMW iX4 (from $66,200) with the 2027 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The iX4 offers 428 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX4 charges fastest, while Rivian R1S hauls the most gear.

BMW iX4

2027 • SUV

BMW iX4
Coming Soon

Fastest Charger

  • 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 400 kW peak charging speed
  • NACS charging port
  • 428 mi EPA-rated range
Rivian R1S

2027 • SUV

Rivian R1S

Most Cargo Space

  • 104.7 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 7
  • 200.8" long
Price
$66,200
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
428 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
463-603 hp
533-1025 hp
0-60 mph
3.7-4.7 sec
2.6-4.5 sec
Battery Size
112.2 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
130-149 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
21 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
8 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
188.4"
200.8"
Width
74.6"
81.8"
Height
62.8"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
56.5 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

BMW iX4 vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The BMW iX4 starts at $66,200, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $18,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX4 covers 428 miles, 18 more than the Rivian R1S's maximum of 410. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX4 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the BMW iX4's 5. The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 56.5 for the BMW iX4. The BMW iX4 is also 12 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX4 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if cargo space is king.

Other Cars to Compare

Explore how these similar EVs stack up against the vehicles above.

Compare BMW iX4 vs Rivian R1S - Discover EVs | Discover EVs