Rivian R1T Dual Motor Standard vs Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Rivian R1T | Polestar 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$90,000 | C$96,000 |
| Range (Claimed) | 507 km | 462 km |
| Battery Capacity | 135 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Motor Power | 495 kW | 272 kW |
| Top Speed | 177 km/h | 180 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 25 min (10-80%) | N/A |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Rivian R1T vs Polestar 3: Verdict
The Rivian R1T is the more affordable choice at C$90,000, undercutting the other by about C$6,000. The Rivian R1T travels further on a charge, with a claimed 507 km versus 462 km — roughly 45 km more. The Rivian R1T is the more powerful EV, producing 495 kW to the other's 272 kW.
Choose the Rivian R1T if you want a lower purchase price (C$90,000); pick the Polestar 3 if faster DC charging (up to 250 kW) matters more to you.
Rivian R1T vs Polestar 3
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Spec Score(16 specs)
8
16 specs
Rivian R1T
Best
1
16 specs
Polestar 3
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$90,000
C$96,000
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
507 km
462 km
Battery
↑ higher
135 kWh
111 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
272 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)s
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
135 kWh
111 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
507 km
462 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
25 min (10-80%)
N/A
Normal Charging
10 hrs (240V)
N/A
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
272 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
177 km/h
180 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)s
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
4900 mm
Width
N/A
1968 mm
Height
N/A
1614 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
N/A
2985 mm
Features
Rivian R1T
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- + 6 more
Polestar 3
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
4
of 11 wins
Rivian R1T
Best Overall
1
of 11 wins
Polestar 3
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Rivian R1T (Dual Motor Standard) vs Polestar 3 (Long Range Dual Motor)
| Spec name |  Electric Rivian R1TDual Motor Standard C$90,000 2026EMI → |  Electric Polestar 3Long Range Dual Motor C$96,000 2025EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$90,000 | C$96,000 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,426/mo | C$1,521/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 495 kW Best | 272 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 135 kWh Best | 111 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 1124 Nm | 490 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 177 km/h | 180 km/h Best | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 507 km Best | 462 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 25 min (10-80%) | N/A | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 10 hrs (240V) | N/A | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 4900 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1968 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1614 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | 2985 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto