BMW X6 vs Rivian R1S
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Rivian R1S
Overview
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | xDrive40i | 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 | BMW X6xDrive40i | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $77,300 | $76,990 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $15,029 (best) | $61,999 |
| Median listing price | $62,296 (best) | $65,342 |
| Highest listing price | $113,772 | $86,199 (best) |
| For sale now | 18 (best) | 5 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 26 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 | 21.9 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 533 hp (best) |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Rivian R1SDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 59.6 cu ft | 105.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,209 lbs | 7,700 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,082 lbs | 2,017 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,002 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 121.1 in (best) |
| Length | 195 in | 200.8 in (best) |
| Width | 78.9 in | 82 in (best) |
| Height | 66.5 in | 76.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | 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 | BMW X6 | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | xDrive40i $77,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Dual Standard $76,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M60i $98,000 MSRP | Dual $83,990 MSRP |
| 3 | Competition $136,100 MSRP | 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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BMW X6 vs Rivian R1S FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Rivian R1S starts lower at $76,990. Live BMW X6 listings start at $15,029. Live Rivian R1S listings start at $61,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (76,990).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2027 BMW X6 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (410).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,025).
- Which has better seats: 2027 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X6 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
- The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).