2022 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2022 Rivian R1S
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2022 Rivian R1S contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 2022 Rivian R1S.
When we compare the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe's and the 2022 Rivian R1S's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2022 Rivian R1S has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe's and the 2022 Rivian R1S's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe is a better car than the 2022 Rivian R1S.
Pricing: A used 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe ranges from $49,990 to $69,999 while a used 2022 Rivian R1S is priced between $74,841 to $89,531.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe loses 48.1 percent of its value and the 2022 Rivian R1S loses 66.7 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe retains 18.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Rivian R1S.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the 2022 Rivian R1S base engine makes 835 horsepower. The Tahoe is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The R1S is rated to deliver an average of 73 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 303 miles.This gives the 2022 Rivian R1S the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe the advantage in maximum range. The Tahoe uses regular unleaded, and the R1S uses electricity.
Safety Ratings: The 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$49,456 - $77,505
Starting MSRP:
$46,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
$52,241
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
$46,250 - $56,700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$75,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$61,025
Price Range:
$49,990 - $69,999
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
$56,802
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
$43,801 - $66,003
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,100
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
47,750
# Good or Great Deals:
459
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$81,083
Price Range:
$74,841 - $89,531
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
8
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
20,434
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Chevrolet Tahoe Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Rivian R1S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
7.7 - 10.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
69.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Rivian R1S
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.2 - 3.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
34
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Chevrolet Tahoe Rankings
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24 out of / 34Ranking
25 out of / 39Rivian R1S Rankings
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36 out of / 44Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Trim Levels
Fleet, High Country, LS, LT, Police, Premier, RST, Special Service, Z71
2022 Rivian R1S Trim Levels
Adventure, Launch Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 175000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
835 hp
Torque:
908 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.121 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
73 / 65 / 69
Range (city/hwy):
303 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
135 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
13 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
70.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
125.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
193.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
17.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
104.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5542 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
210.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
6916 lbs
Width:
87.1 inches
Height:
77.3 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
275/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
275/50R22
Exterior Colors
Beige
Empire Beige Metallic
Black
Black
Blue
Dark Blue Metallic / Midnight Blue Metallic / MSP Blue
Gray
Dark Ash Metallic / Satin Steel Metallic
Green
Woodland Green
Red
Auburn Metallic / Cherry Red Tintcoat / Victory Red
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Midnight
Blue
Rivian Blue
Gray
El Cap Granite / Limestone
Green
Forest Green / Launch Green
Red
Red Canyon
Silver
LA Silver
White
Glacier White
Yellow
Compass Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Green
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black Mountain
Green
Forest Edge
White
Ocean Coast
