Rivian R1T vs Tesla Model Y Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Rivian R1T | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$90,000 | C$62,990 |
| Range (Claimed) | 507 km | 533 km |
| Battery Capacity | 135 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Motor Power | 495 kW | 324 kW |
| Top Speed | 177 km/h | 217 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%) | 15 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | N/A | N/A |
| NCAP Safety Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Airbags | N/A | N/A |
Rivian R1T vs Tesla Model Y
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Spec Score(12 specs)
6
12 specs
Rivian R1T
Best
3
12 specs
Tesla Model Y
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$90,000
C$62,990
Range
↑ higher
507 km
533 km
Battery
↑ higher
135 kWh
75 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
324 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)
5.0s (0-100 km/h)
Battery
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
135 kWh
75 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
507 km
533 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
25 min (10-80%)
15 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
10 hrs (240V)
10 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
324 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
177 km/h
217 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)
5.0s (0-100 km/h)
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
4751 mm
Width
N/A
1921 mm
Height
N/A
1624 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
N/A
2890 mm
Ground Clearance
↑ higher
N/A
N/A
Features
Rivian R1T
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- + 6 more
Tesla Model Y
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- + 5 more
Spec Score(9 comparable specs)
3
of 9 wins
Rivian R1T
Best Overall
2
of 9 wins
Tesla Model Y
Comparing:
Rivian R1T (Dual Motor Standard) vs Tesla Model Y (Long Range AWD)
| Spec name |  EV Rivian R1TDual Motor Standard C$90,000 2026Finance → |  EV Tesla Model YLong Range AWD C$62,990 2026Finance → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value2 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$90,000 | C$62,990 | |
Est. Monthly ↓ lowerEstimated monthly payment — 40% down, 7% p.a., 5-year loan | CAD 1,069/mo | CAD 748/mo | |
⚡Performance4 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 495 kW Best | 324 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 135 kWh Best | 75 kWh | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 177 km/h | 217 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 & Charging4 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 507 km | 533 km Best | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
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) | 10 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 4751 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1921 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1624 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | 2890 mm | |
Ground Clearance ↑ higherLowest point clearance from ground | N/A | N/A | |
✨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
- Dual Motor
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto