Ram 3500 vs Rivian R1T
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Rivian R1T
Overview
| Spec | Ram 3500Tradesman | Rivian R1TPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Tradesman | Premium |
| Body style | Truck (Regular Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ram 3500Tradesman | Rivian R1TPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49,340 (best) | $79,990 |
| Lowest listing price | $66,702 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $72,663 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $81,233 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 6 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ram 3500Tradesman | Rivian R1TPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | — | 85 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 329 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 108 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 12 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 32 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Ram 3500Tradesman | Rivian R1TPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 405 hp | 533 hp (best) |
| Torque | 429 lb-ft | 610 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 6.4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ram 3500Tradesman | Rivian R1TPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 3 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | — | 21.6 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 15,490 lbs (best) | 7,700 lbs |
| Payload | 4,969 lbs (best) | 2,116 lbs |
| Curb weight | 6,071 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 140 in (best) | 135.8 in |
| Length | 232 in (best) | 217.1 in |
| Width | 79 in | 82 in (best) |
| Height | 78 in | 78.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ram 3500Tradesman | Rivian R1TPremium |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Ram 3500 | Rivian R1T |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tradesman $49,340 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $79,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Tradesman $52,960 MSRP | Premium $86,990 MSRP |
| 3 | Tradesman $53,160 MSRP | Performance $100,990 MSRP |
| 4 | Tradesman $52,270 MSRP | Quad $115,990 MSRP |
| 5 | Tradesman $55,890 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Tradesman $56,090 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Big Horn $53,090 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Big Horn $56,710 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Big Horn $56,910 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Big Horn $56,020 MSRP | — |
| 11 | Big Horn $59,640 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Big Horn $59,840 MSRP | — |
| 13 | Lone Star $53,090 MSRP | — |
| 14 | Lone Star $56,710 MSRP | — |
| 15 | Lone Star $56,910 MSRP | — |
| 16 | Lone Star $56,020 MSRP | — |
| 17 | Lone Star $59,640 MSRP | — |
| 18 | Lone Star $59,840 MSRP | — |
| 19 | Laramie $64,795 MSRP | — |
| 20 | Laramie $64,995 MSRP | — |
| 21 | Laramie $67,725 MSRP | — |
| 22 | Laramie $67,925 MSRP | — |
| 23 | Laramie $81,735 MSRP | — |
| 24 | Limited $76,805 MSRP | — |
| 25 | Limited $77,095 MSRP | — |
| 26 | Limited $79,735 MSRP | — |
| 27 | Limited $80,025 MSRP | — |
| 28 | Limited $94,035 MSRP | — |
| 29 | Longhorn $76,805 MSRP | — |
| 30 | Longhorn $77,095 MSRP | — |
| 31 | Longhorn $79,735 MSRP | — |
| 32 | Longhorn $80,025 MSRP | — |
| 33 | Longhorn $94,035 MSRP | — |
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Ram 3500 vs Rivian R1T FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Ram 3500 or 2027 Rivian R1T?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ram 3500 vs 2027 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: 2027 Ram 3500 or 2027 Rivian R1T?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Ram 3500 starts lower at $49,340. Live Ram 3500 listings start at $66,702.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ram 3500 or 2027 Rivian R1T?
- The 2027 Ram 3500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (49,340).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Ram 3500 or 2027 Rivian R1T?
- The 2027 Rivian R1T leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (420).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ram 3500 or 2027 Rivian R1T?
- The 2027 Rivian R1T leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,025).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Ram 3500 or 2027 Rivian R1T?
- The 2027 Ram 3500 leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ram 3500 or 2027 Rivian R1T?
- The 2027 Ram 3500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (24,080).