Cadillac Optiq vs Rivian R1S

Q: Which goes further on a charge?

Range (EPA) Cadillac Optiq 317 mi EPA Rivian R1S 410 mi EPA version: R1S Dual Max (22in)

Q: Which charges faster?

Fast-charge peak Cadillac Optiq 150 kW Rivian R1S 200 kW version: R1S Adventure — Dual Standard

Q: Which is cheaper to buy?

Price (from, new) Leader Cadillac Optiq Cadillac Optiq $49,995 Rivian R1S $75,900 Ahead by $25,905

The Cadillac Optiq leads on cargo space. The Rivian R1S leads on power.

Data updated Oct 23, 2026

picture[data-themed-picture]{display:none!important}noscript[data-picture-fallback]{display:contents} Cadillac Optiq

CadillacOptiq

SUV

2027 OPTIQ Luxury

1 of 12 versions

Maker's price (MSRP), US

checked Oct 4, 2026

73/100#11 of 87 · Everyday

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RivianR1S

SUV

2027 Rivian R1S Premium Long Range (22in)

1 of 66 versions

Maker's price (MSRP), US

checked Sep 18, 2026

71/100#11 of 87 · Everyday

Cadillac Optiq is cheaper by $25,905

Who's ahead - and by how much?

OptiqCadillac OptiqR1SRivian R1S

Range (EPA)
410 miversion: R1S Dual Max (22in)
A disputed figure or another version's - not compared.
Cargo space
- best on this row
+8 cu ft· 44%
Power
- best on this row
+162 kW· 69%
Efficiencylower is better
EPA - best on this row
40.1 kWh/100 miEPA
8 kWh/100 mi faster· 20%
AC charging
19.2 kW - best on this row
+8 kW· 67%
Full charge at 240 Vlower is better
5.9 h - best on this row
15 h
9.1 h faster· 61%

Every spec side by side

Spec	Cadillac Optiq	Rivian R1S
Range and efficiency
Range (EPA)		410 miversion: R1S Dual Max (22in)
Efficiency lower is better	EPA - best on this row	40.1 kWh/100 miEPA
Battery		version: Dual Max
Battery (gross)	no data	version: R1S Tri Max
Charging
Fast-charge peak		version: R1S Adventure — Dual Standard
10–80% charge lower is better	no data	version: R1S Adventure — Dual Standard
Full charge at 240 V lower is better	5.9 h - best on this row	15 h
AC charging	19.2 kW - best on this row
Performance
0⁠–⁠60 mph lower is better	no data
Power		- best on this row
Torque	332 lb-ft	- best on this row
Top speed		no data
Drive	RWD	AWD
Space and size
Cargo space	- best on this row
Front trunk	no data
Seats
Length
Width	84 in
Height
Wheelbase
Ground clearance
Battery and warranty
Battery warranty
Cell chemistry	no data
Equipment
Heat pump
Vehicle-to-load (V2L)	no data	version: R1S Adventure — Dual Standard

Which one suits you?

Pick the Cadillac Optiq if

you need more cargo roomCargo space
you want lower energy useEfficiency
you charge on AC at home or workAC charging
you want a quicker full charge at homeFull charge at 240 V

Score by category

out of 100

Cadillac OptiqRivian R1S

Range
96100
Charging
4863
Practicality
7471

How much is each in the US?

Cadillac Optiq

Maker's price (MSRP), US

checked Oct 4, 2026 - Price checked Oct 4, 2026 - it may be out of date

cadillac.com

2027 Luxury: $49,995
2026 LUXURY RWD: $50,900
Luxury: $50,900
Sport: $51,500

Prices in 2 markets

Rivian R1S

Maker's price (MSRP), US

checked Sep 18, 2026 - Price checked Sep 18, 2026 - it may be out of date

assets.rivian.com

Adventure — Dual Standard: $75,900
Premium: $83,990

Prices in 2 markets

US EV incentives

Questions

Which goes further on a charge?

Range (EPA)

Cadillac Optiq: EPA
Rivian R1S: 410 miEPAversion: R1S Dual Max (22in)

Which charges faster?

Fast-charge peak

Cadillac Optiq
Rivian R1S: version: R1S Adventure — Dual Standard

Which is cheaper to buy?

Cadillac OptiqOptiq

Price (from, new)

Leader: Cadillac Optiq
Cadillac Optiq
Rivian R1S
Ahead by: $25,905

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