Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| iX | R1S | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW | Rivian |
| Starting price | — | $76,990 |
| Monthly payment | — | $895 |
| Fuel type | Electricity | Electricity |
| Fuel economy | 38.6 kWh/100 mi | 43.1 kWh/100 mi |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
Common-issue data is not available yet.
Affected 2023 R1S (and R1T) models can have a front steering knuckle that cracks or separates, which may cause the wheel to shift, tire-to-wheel-well contact, increased steering effort, or complete loss of steering. This recall is NHTSA campaign 23V660, and the remedy is free through Rivian. Owners should verify the recall was completed and be alert for front-end clunks, pulling, or abnormal steering effort.
BMW iX and Rivian R1S suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
Both models use Electricity. Fuel economy is iX — 38.6 kWh/100 mi; R1S — 43.1 kWh/100 mi. iX uses less energy in everyday driving.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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