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Hyundai Kona Electric vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric (from $32,975) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The Kona Electric offers 200 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Hyundai Kona Electric wins on price, while Rivian R1S goes the distance.

Hyundai Kona Electric

2025SUV

Hyundai Kona Electric

Best Value

  • Starts at $32,975
  • About $126 per mile of range
  • Up to 261 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Rivian R1S

2025SUV

Rivian R1S

Longest Range

  • Up to 410 mi EPA-rated range
  • 180 kWh battery
Price
$32,975 - $41,150
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
200-261 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
133-201 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
7.6-8 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
48.6-64.8 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
Unknown
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Length
171.5"
200.8"
Width
71.9"
81.8"
Height
61.4"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
Unknown
Unknown

Hyundai Kona Electric vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The Hyundai Kona Electric starts at $32,975, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $51,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 149 more than the Hyundai Kona Electric's maximum of 261.

The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the Hyundai Kona Electric's 5. The Hyundai Kona Electric is also 29 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Hyundai Kona Electric if you want the most for your money, or the Rivian R1S if you want the longest range.

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