Chevrolet Silverado EV vs Rivian R1T

Which factory off-road equipment fits your routes?

Choose the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss if its 2-inch lift, 18-inch wheels with 35-inch all-terrain tires, standard four-wheel steer, or Sidewinder diagonal steering matches your route. Chevrolet says Sidewinder is limited to low speeds and directs owners to the Owner’s Manual for feature limitations.^[1]

Rivian says 20-inch Adventure All-Season wheels and tires are standard on the 2027 R1T Premium and a no-cost option on the 2027 R1T Performance.^[2] Rivian describes this setup as offering more traction.^[2:1]

Which towing setup fits your trailer?

For towing, choose a 2027 Silverado EV Extended Range LT or Extended Range Trail Boss if its confirmed rating covers your loaded trailer and exceeds the selected R1T’s verified rating; choose the R1T if its exact build and hitch rating cover the load.^[1:1][3] Chevrolet lists up to 12,500 lb for those Silverado trims.^[1:2] Optional trailering equipment may be needed to reach that maximum; Chevrolet says a specific vehicle’s capacity may vary and passengers, cargo, options, and accessories can reduce it.^[1:3]

Rivian’s Gen 2 R1T table (2025+) lists 7,700 lb for Standard/Dual and Large/Dual, and 11,000 lb for Max/Dual, Max/Tri, and Max/Quad.^[3:1] A weight-distributing hitch is required for Rivian’s listed maximum; without one, Rivian lists 5,000 lb.^[3:2] Chevrolet directs buyers and owners to review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual before buying or towing.^[1:4]

Rivian’s 2027 lineup uses Premium, Performance, and Quad trim names, while the towing table is organized by battery and drivetrain.^[2:2][3:3] Confirm the exact 2027 build before using a table rating for a named trim.