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 automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100,600 | $76,990 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
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 | 23 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 | — | 105.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 7,700 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 2,017 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,203 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 | None reported |
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 $100,600 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 |