2026 GMC Sierra vs 2026 Rivian R1T
The Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.3 to 45.2, on safety, fuel & range.
2026 GMC Sierra
The 2026 GMC Sierra is sold in the U.S. as a electric, gas and diesel large pickup truck with 25 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the SIERRA…
2026 Rivian R1T
The 2026 Rivian R1T is sold in the U.S. as a electric large pickup truck with 25 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the R1T Dual Max (22in), i…
2026 Rivian R1T
Clear winThe Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.3 to 45.2, on safety, fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2026 Rivian R1Toverall 97.3 | 2026 GMC Sierraoverall 45.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 82.6 |
| Safetyw 4 | 95.2 | 17.1 |
| Space & cargow 2 | no data | no data |
| Performancew 2 | no data | no data |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 97.3 | 45.2 |
GMC Sierra: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Rivian R1T: model-level data · GMC Sierra: model-level data. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Specifications side by side
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPRivian R1T
Top recalls
- highExterior Lighting26V508000 · 3,829 vehicles
GMC Sierra
Top recalls
- criticalElectrical System26V494000 · 10 vehicles
- criticalPower Train26V289000 · 66 vehicles
- highWheels26V496000 · 952 vehicles
- highEquipment26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- minorElectronic Stability Control (Esc)25V594000 · 1,191 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Rivian R1T | GMC Sierra | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — |
| Price range across trims | — | — |
| Powertrains | BEV | BEV, GAS, Diesel |
| EPA configuration compared | R1T Dual Max (22in) | SIERRA EV Ext Range (11kW Charger) |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 87 | 68 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $850 | $1,100 |
| EV range | 420 mi | 410 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Rivian R1T or the 2026 GMC Sierra?
The Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.3 to 45.2, on safety, fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Rivian R1T scores 97.3 and the 2026 GMC Sierra 45.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Rivian R1T or the 2026 GMC Sierra?
2026 Rivian R1T: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 GMC Sierra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade F, 5 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.