Chevrolet Silverado EV vs Rivian R1T
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Rivian R1T
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Rivian R1TDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Work Truck Standard Range | Dual Standard |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Rivian R1TDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,800 (best) | $70,990 |
| Lowest listing price | $42,999 (best) | $47,864 |
| Median listing price | $58,862 | $57,200 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $84,675 | $69,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 12 (best) | 5 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Rivian R1TDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | — | 79 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | 286 mi (best) | 258 mi |
| Battery capacity | 119 kWh (best) | 106 kWh |
| 240V charge time | — | 9.5 hr (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Rivian R1TDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 510 hp | 533 hp (best) |
| Torque | 490 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft (best) |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Rivian R1TDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.8 cu ft | 21.6 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 8,500 lbs (best) | 7,700 lbs |
| Payload | 2,350 lbs (best) | 1,984 lbs |
| Curb weight | 7,403 lbs (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 145.7 in (best) | 135.8 in |
| Length | 233.1 in (best) | 217.1 in |
| Width | 85.3 in (best) | 82 in |
| Height | 78.1 in | 78.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado EVWork Truck Standard Range | Rivian R1TDual Standard |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 4 | 1 (best) |
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 | Chevrolet Silverado EV | Rivian R1T |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Work Truck Standard Range $52,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Dual Standard $70,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT Standard Range $60,900 MSRP | Dual $77,990 MSRP |
| 3 | Work Truck Extended Range $66,200 MSRP | Dual $84,990 MSRP |
| 4 | LT Extended Range $69,100 MSRP | Tri $100,990 MSRP |
| 5 | Trail Boss Extended Range $70,000 MSRP | Quad $115,990 MSRP |
| 6 | Work Truck Max Range $74,200 MSRP | Quad Launch Edition $119,990 MSRP |
| 7 | Trail Boss Max Range $86,600 MSRP | — |
| 8 | LT Max Range $89,200 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet Silverado EV vs Rivian R1T FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Rivian R1T?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV vs 2026 Rivian R1T on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Rivian R1T?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV starts lower at $52,800. Live Chevrolet Silverado EV listings start at $42,999. Live Rivian R1T listings start at $47,864.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Rivian R1T?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (52,800).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Rivian R1T?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (493).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Rivian R1T?
- The 2026 Rivian R1T leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,025).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV or 2026 Rivian R1T?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (12,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV vs 2026 Rivian R1T?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Silverado EV (5/5 NHTSA overall).