Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Rivian R1T | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$90,000 | C$54,990 |
| Range (Claimed) | 507 km | 438 km |
| Battery Capacity | 135 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Motor Power |
| 495 kW |
| 208 kW |
| Top Speed | 177 km/h | 201 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.1s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 25 min (10-80%) | 15 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
The Tesla Model 3 is the more affordable choice at C$54,990, undercutting the other by about C$35,010. The Rivian R1T travels further on a charge, with a claimed 507 km versus 438 km — roughly 69 km more. The Rivian R1T is the more powerful EV, producing 495 kW to the other's 208 kW.
Choose the Rivian R1T if you want more driving range between charges (507 km); pick the Tesla Model 3 if a lower purchase price (C$54,990) matters more to you.
Rivian R1T vs Tesla Model 3
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Price
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Fuel Type
Range
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Battery
↑ higher
Motor Power
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0-100 km/h
↓ lower
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
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Fast Charging
Normal Charging
Motor Power
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Top Speed
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Acceleration
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Length
Width
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| Spec name |  Electric Rivian R1TDual Motor Standard C$90,000 2026EMI → |  Electric Tesla Model 3Standard Range Plus C$54,990 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$90,000 | C$54,990 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,426/mo | C$871/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 495 kW Best | 208 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 135 kWh Best | 60 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 1124 Nm | 420 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 177 km/h | 201 km/h Best | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 6.1s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 507 km Best | 438 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | WLTP | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 25 min (10-80%) | 15 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 10 hrs (240V) | 8 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 4720 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1850 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1443 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | 2875 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
