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Kia EV3 vs Rivian R2

Comparing the 2027 Kia EV3 with the 2026 Rivian R2 (from $44,990). The EV3 offers 320 miles of range while the R2 offers 275 miles.

Quick Take

Kia EV3 plays nicest with your phone, while Rivian R2 hauls the most gear.

Kia EV3

2027SUV

Kia EV3
Coming Soon

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
  • NACS charging port
Rivian R2

2026SUV

Rivian R2

Most Cargo Space

  • 90.1 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 5
  • 185.9" long
  • 115.6" wheelbase
Price
Unknown
$44,990 - $57,990
Range
220-320 miles
275-345 miles
Horsepower
201-288 hp
350-656 hp
0-60 mph
7.5-7.7 sec
3.6-5.9 sec
Battery Size
58.3-81.4 kWh
87.9 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
106 mph
110-130 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
3500-4400 lbs
DC Fast Charging
31 min (10-80%)
29 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Length
169.3"
185.9"
Width
72.8"
78.1"
Height
61.4"
66.9"
Cargo Capacity
26.1 cu ft
90.1 cu ft

Kia EV3 vs Rivian R2: Which Should You Buy?

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R2 covers up to 345 miles, 25 more than the Kia EV3's maximum of 320. At a DC fast charger, the Rivian R2 goes from 10-80% in about 29 minutes vs 31 for the Kia EV3.

The Rivian R2 offers 90.1 cu ft of cargo space vs 26.1 for the Kia EV3. The Kia EV3 is also 17 inches shorter than the Rivian R2, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Kia EV3 if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Rivian R2 if cargo space is king.

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