BMW vs. Rivian
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from BMW and Rivian contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both BMW and Rivian cars.
When comparing the BMW brand to the Rivian brand, BMW has the advantage in the areas of depreciation, retained value and variety of models offered. Rivian has the advantage in the areas of horsepower and towing capacity.
BMW versus Rivian: Pricing and Value: BMW models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons. The lower overall prices for BMW, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives BMW the overall advantage over Rivian.
BMW versus Rivian: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Rivian vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Rivian offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
BMW versus Rivian: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: BMW shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: BMW offers 14 SUVs, 15 sedans, 6 coupes, and 5 convertibles. In comparison, Rivian offers only 1 SUV.
Drivetrain Options: BMW offers 23 gasoline vehicles, 5 plug-in hybrids, and 4 electric vehicles. Rivian offers 2 electric vehicles.
BMW offers 26 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 15 rear-wheel-drive models. Rivian offers 2 all-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
BMW X7
$89,198 - $126,050
New Car Pricing
Rivian R1S
Not Yet Available
Used Car Pricing
BMW X7
Not Yet Available
Used Car Pricing
Rivian R1S
$77,794 - $99,348
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
BMW X7
55%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Rivian R1S
66.7%
Horsepower / Torque
BMW X7
375 hp / 398 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Rivian R1S
533 hp / 610 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
BMW X7
Not Yet Available
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Rivian R1S
Not Yet Available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
BMW X7
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Rivian R1S
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
BMW X7
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Rivian R1S
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
BMW X7
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Rivian R1S
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
BMW X7
7.1 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Rivian R1S
6.3 / 10
