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Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV (from $33,600) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The Equinox EV offers 319 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Chevrolet Equinox EV charges fastest, while Rivian R1S tows the most.

Chevrolet Equinox EV

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Chevrolet Equinox EV

Fastest Charger

  • 10 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 150 kW peak charging speed
  • Up to 319 mi EPA-rated range
Rivian R1S

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Rivian R1S

Best for Towing

  • 7,700 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1025 hp
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$33,600 - $36,900
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
307-319 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
220-300 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
7.7 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
85 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
112 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
10 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7.4 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
190.6"
200.8"
Width
75.5"
81.8"
Height
64.8"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
57.2 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The Chevrolet Equinox EV starts at $33,600, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $50,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 91 more than the Chevrolet Equinox EV's maximum of 319. At a DC fast charger, the Chevrolet Equinox EV goes from 10-80% in about 10 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the Chevrolet Equinox EV's 5. The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 57.2 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV. The Chevrolet Equinox EV is also 10 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Chevrolet Equinox EV if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if you tow.

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