Rivian R1T vs Tesla Cybertruck
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Tesla Cybertruck
Overview
| Spec | Rivian R1TDual Standard | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Dual Standard | Dual Motor |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | all 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 | Rivian R1TDual Standard | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70,990 | $69,990 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Rivian R1TDual Standard | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 79 MPGe | 79 MPGe |
| Electric range | 258 mi | 325 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | 106 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 9.5 hr (best) | 11.7 hr |
Performance
| Spec | Rivian R1TDual Standard | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 533 hp | 600 hp (best) |
| Torque | 610 lb-ft (best) | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Rivian R1TDual Standard | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 21.6 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs (best) | 7,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,984 lbs | 2,006 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 6,537 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 10 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 135.8 in | 143.1 in (best) |
| Length | 217.1 in | 223.7 in (best) |
| Width | 82 in (best) | 80 in |
| Height | 78.2 in (best) | 70.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Rivian R1TDual Standard | Tesla CybertruckDual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 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 | Rivian R1T | Tesla Cybertruck |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dual Standard $70,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Dual Motor $69,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Dual $77,990 MSRP | Premium $79,990 MSRP |
| 3 | Dual $84,990 MSRP | Cyberbeast $99,990 MSRP |
| 4 | Tri $100,990 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Quad $115,990 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Quad Launch Edition $119,990 MSRP | — |