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BMW X7 vs Rivian R1S

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Rivian R1S

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Overview

SpecBMW X7xDrive40iRivian R1SDual Standard
Selected trimxDrive40iDual Standard
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X7xDrive40iRivian R1SDual Standard
MSRP$87,500$76,990 (best)
Lowest listing price$25,755 (best)$61,999
Median listing price$66,497$65,342 (best)
Highest listing price$168,835$86,199 (best)
For sale now51 (best)5

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X7xDrive40iRivian R1SDual Standard
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)—
City MPG21 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG25 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 tank21.9 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecBMW X7xDrive40iRivian R1SDual Standard
Horsepower375 hp533 hp (best)
Torque398 lb-ft610 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L (best)—
CylindersI6—

Size & capability

SpecBMW X7xDrive40iRivian R1SDual Standard
Seating7 seats7 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume90.4 cu ft105.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—7,700 lbs (best)
Payload1,261 lbs2,017 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,452 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance8.7 in8.7 in
Wheelbase122.2 in (best)121.1 in
Length203.6 in (best)200.8 in
Width78.7 in82 in (best)
Height72.2 in76.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X7xDrive40iRivian 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.

TrimBMW X7Rivian R1S
1

xDrive40i

$87,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Dual Standard

$76,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

M60i

$115,000 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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BMW X7 vs Rivian R1S FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW X7 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X7 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 X7 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Rivian R1S starts lower at $76,990. Live BMW X7 listings start at $25,755. Live Rivian R1S listings start at $61,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X7 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (76,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X7 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 BMW X7 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (410).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X7 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,025).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X7 or 2026 Rivian R1S?
The 2026 Rivian R1S leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).