Audi SQ8 vs Rivian R1S
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Rivian R1S
Overview
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus | Dual Standard |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100,600 | $76,990 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $57,410 (best) | $61,999 |
| Median listing price | $112,884 | $65,342 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $124,633 | $86,199 (best) |
| For sale now | 12 (best) | 5 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 79 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 258 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 106 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 9.5 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 500 hp | 533 hp (best) |
| Torque | 568 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 60.8 cu ft | 105.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs | 7,700 lbs |
| Payload | 1,014 lbs | 2,017 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,247 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 118 in | 121.1 in (best) |
| Length | 197 in | 200.8 in (best) |
| Width | 79 in | 82 in (best) |
| Height | 67 in | 76.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi SQ8 | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus $100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Dual Standard $76,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige $108,100 MSRP | Dual $83,990 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Dual $90,990 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Tri $106,990 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Quad $121,990 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Quad Launch Edition $125,990 MSRP |
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Audi SQ8 vs Rivian R1S FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi SQ8 vs 2026 Rivian R1S on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Rivian R1S starts lower at $76,990. Live Audi SQ8 listings start at $57,410. Live Rivian R1S listings start at $61,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (76,990).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (410).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,025).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on seats in this comparison (7).