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Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 vs Rivian Commercial Van 500

Comparing the 2025 Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 (from $67,925) with the 2025 Rivian Commercial Van 500 (from $79,900). The BrightDrop 400 offers 177 miles of range while the Commercial Van 500 offers 161 miles.

Quick Take

Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 goes the distance, while Rivian Commercial Van 500 hauls the most gear.

Chevrolet BrightDrop 400

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Chevrolet BrightDrop 400

Longest Range

  • Up to 272 mi EPA-rated range
  • 45 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Rivian Commercial Van 500

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Rivian Commercial Van 500

Most Cargo Space

  • 487 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 2
  • 248.5" long
  • 157.5" wheelbase
Price
$67,925 - $89,225
$79,900
Range
177-272 miles
161 miles
Horsepower
240-300 hp
320 hp
0-60 mph
Unknown
Unknown
Battery Size
Unknown
100 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Seats
2
2
Top Speed
65 mph
Unknown
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
45 min (10-80%)
Unknown
Level 2 Charging
9.5 hrs (0-100%)
10 hrs (0-100%)
Length
238.6"
248.5"
Width
89.4"
80.1"
Height
109.2"
114.7"
Cargo Capacity
412.1 cu ft
487 cu ft

Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 vs Rivian Commercial Van 500: Which Should You Buy?

The Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 starts at $67,925, undercutting the Rivian Commercial Van 500 ($79,900) by about $12,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 covers up to 272 miles, 111 more than the Rivian Commercial Van 500's 161.

The Rivian Commercial Van 500 offers 487 cu ft of cargo space vs 412.1 for the Chevrolet BrightDrop 400. The Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 is also 10 inches shorter than the Rivian Commercial Van 500, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 if you want the longest range, or the Rivian Commercial Van 500 if cargo space is king.

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